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Just curious. If there is a seemingly better connector emerged in the future, could vendors experiment it on new devices on their own? Or do they have to first

Just curious. If there is a seemingly better connector emerged in the future, could vendors experiment it on new devices on their own? Or do they have to first submit a proposal to the regulator and then deploy it to the device after the proposal has been accepted? I am afraid that the latter could harm innovation.

gardaani 4y ago
Apple is already doing that on MacBooks. They have USB-C connectors for charging (that will be mandated by the EU law in the future) and they have a MagSafe connector (their innovation). They can do the same for iPhone: one USB-C connector for charging and one innovation connector.
AndrewDucker 4y ago
From the FAQ: "Any technological developments in wired charging can be reflected in a timely adjustment of technical requirements/ specific standards under the Radio Equipment Directive. This would ensure that the technology used is not outdated. At the same time, the implementation of any new standards in further revisions of Radio Equipment Directive would need to be developed in a harmonised manner, respecting the objectives of full interoperability. Industry is therefore expected to continue the work already undertaken on the standardised interface, led by the USB-IF organisation, in view of developing new interoperable, open and non-controversial solutions." https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/QANDA_21_4614 https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/QANDA_...
- xenadu02 4y ago
  In other words: no, you can't make certain kinds of innovations without begging permission first.