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They will almost certainly be grandfathered in. Legislation nearly never retroactively applies to things created before the legislation itself.
by sxg 4y ago
They will almost certainly be grandfathered in. Legislation nearly never retroactively applies to things created before the legislation itself.
- ryathal 4y agoThat's a pretty huge leap. Just because a design existed before regulation doesn't mean you can keep making it after the regulation. I would be surprised if Apple was allowed to keep selling non-USB-C phones manufactured in winter 2024 or 2025. They will likely be allowed to sell existing inventory, maybe offer refurbished phones that aren't compliant.