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By the end of 2024, all mobile phones, tablets and cameras sold in the EU will have to be equipped with a USB Type-C charging port. From spring 2026, the obligation will extend to laptops. The new law, adopted by plenary on Tuesday with 602 votes in favour, 13 against and 8 abstentions, is part of a broader EU effort to reduce e-waste and to empower consumers to make more sustainable choices.

Under the new rules, consumers will no longer need a different charger every time they purchase a new device, as they will be able to use one single charger for a whole range of small and medium-sized portable electronic devices.

Regardless of their manufacturer, all new mobile phones, tablets, digital cameras, headphones and headsets, handheld videogame consoles and portable speakers, e-readers, keyboards, mice, portable navigation systems, earbuds and laptops that are rechargeable via a wired cable, operating with a power delivery of up to 100 Watts, will have to be equipped with a USB Type-C port.

All devices that support fast charging will now have the same charging speed, allowing users to charge their devices at the same speed with any compatible charger.

“Wireless Power Bank Market” Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report 2024 – By Applications (Mobile, Tablet, Media Device, Other), By Types (<3000mAh, 3001-5000mAh, 5001-10000mAh, >10000mAh), By Segmentation analysis, Regions and Forecast to 2031. The Global Wireless Power Bank market Report provides In-depth analysis on the market status of the Wireless Power Bank Top manufacturers with best facts and figures, meaning, Definition, SWOT analysis, PESTAL analysis, expert opinions and the latest developments across the globe, the Wireless Power Bank Market Report contains Full TOC, Tables & Figures, and Chart with Key Analysis, Pre & Post COVID-19 Market Outbreak Impact Analysis & Situation by Regions.

The Wireless Power Bank market has witnessed growth from USD million to USD million from 2017 to 2022. With the CAGR of , this market is estimated to reach USD million in 2031.

The report focuses on the Wireless Power Bank market size, segment size (mainly covering product type, application, and geography), competitor landscape, recent status, and development trends. Furthermore, the report provides detailed cost analysis, supply chain.

Technological innovation and advancement will further optimize the performance of the product, making it more widely used in downstream applications. Moreover, Consumer behavior analysis and market dynamics (drivers, restraints, opportunities) provides crucial information for knowing the Wireless Power Bank market.

Smartwatch sales are likely to see a 17 per cent growth globally in 2024, with an anticipated shipment of 83 million units, a new report has shown.

Initially attracted to basic or affordable smartwatches, users are now seeking enhanced functionality, especially those who purchased devices during the pandemic.

“Vendors aim to boost shipment revenues by promoting advanced smartwatches with upcoming hardware improvements, including significant battery life enhancements and the potential arrival of micro-LED screens on premium devices,” said Jack Leathem, research analyst at market research firm Canalys.

These enhancements also encompass novel fitness and health capabilities like blood pressure monitoring and sleep apnea detection, which are expected to become new industry standards when introduced by Apple in its Watches.

“With regards to its recent ban by the US’s International Trade Commission (ITC), prior generation devices are expected to account for the majority of lost shipments in the US market,” Leathem added.

The wearable band market is poised for a more substantial uplift, with a 10 per cent growth in 2024.

“The global shift to advanced smartwatches will be most evident in emerging regions, with the Middle East and Central and Eastern Europe expected to see a remarkable 27 per cent and 22 per cent respective increase in smartwatch shipments in 2024,” said Cynthia Chen, research manager.

The global wearable band market analysis forecast a 2 per cent rise in 2023, reaching 186 million units.

This growth is primarily driven by a significant 22 per cent surge in basic watch shipments in emerging markets, notably India.

This increase effectively counterbalances a 9 per cent decrease in smartwatch sales and a 10 per cent reduction in basic band shipments, the report mentioned.

“Basic watches emerged as the standout trend in 2023, with the category expected to form more than 40 per cent share of wearable band shipments this year,” said Leathem.

Sony has unveiled their plan to take on Apple’s upcoming Vision Pro MR or mixed reality headset, at the ongoing CES 2024. Sony has unveiled a new headset, specially designed for content spatial content creation.

Sony has revealed an innovative standalone mixed-reality headset, tailored for content creators and professionals at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES).

This as-yet-unnamed device, set to rival products like the Apple Vision Pro in business and enterprise contexts, boasts a unique flip-up visor design and a strong emphasis on spatial computing.

The headset is equipped with Sony’s own high-resolution micro OLED displays, delivering an impressive 4K resolution per eye.

Powered by Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 processor, users can expect robust graphical capabilities to seamlessly handle intricate 3D models and simulations.

The flip-up visor feature facilitates effortless transitions between augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) modes, offering wearers peripheral vision when lifted.

While Sony already offers the PlayStation VR 2 headset geared towards gaming, this new release specifically targets spatial content applications.

With USB-C finally more or less standard across phones, tablets and laptops, and fewer and fewer manufacturers including chargers in the box with their products, you’ve probably found yourself in need of a speedy, high-powered USB-C charger. Luckily, the widespread adoption of Gallium nitride (GaN) — a material that conducts electricity more efficiently and doesn’t get as hot as old-school silicon — means USB-C chargers can be built smaller, lighter and more powerful than ever.

In order to find the best USB-C chargers, we tested 35 different models from respected manufacturers to find the best for your needs, whether you need to charge a phone, tablet, laptop or all three, plus a bagful of accessories.

Popular Apple accessories like its AirPods earbuds and AirPods Max headphones have given rise to their own cottage industry of accessories. An accessory for an accessory may seem a bit weird, but the market is flooded with these, a lot of which are made for the original AirPods Pro and newer AirPods Pro 2, which now comes in a slightly upgraded USB-C version (We have a separate list of the best AirPods Max accessories.)

There are a lot of different types of accessories available for the AirPods Pro and AirPods Pro 2. The two most popular types of accessories are protective case covers (a case for the case) and foam ear tips that provide a more secure fit. I personally like the Otterbox Core case at the top of this list (it’s my current favorite case). That said, there are plenty of other excellent cases to choose from on this list, which may serve you better, along with a few different types of foam ear tips, including ones from Comply.

Here’s a look at CNET’s current top picks for AirPods Pro and AirPods Pro 2 accessories based on my hands-on experience. I’ll update this as I test more of the best AirPods Pro cases and accessories. 

Otterbox Core series cases for smartphones — and now the AirPods Pro 2 — are made of 50% recycled materials. But what I like about them is their texture. Not only is this AirPods case soft to the touch, but it also has a grippy feel, and it’s protective too. You can find cheaper silicone cases (see below), but this is truly high-quality silicone that mixes in colorful flecks of recycled material. What’s also nice is that, unlike some other silicone offerings, Core series cases don’t attract and show dust. 

Although this is a two-piece case (by that I mean there’s a top and bottom but nothing joining them together), both pieces fit snugly. With some of these types of cases, the top tends to slip off (some come with an adhesive on the inside), but this top stays on better than most without the need to use the adhesive.

The one downside is that the case is currently available in only two color options: Mardi Gras (purple) and Carnival Night (black). I did like both colors (I was slightly more partial to the purple, as you can see by the photo), but a few more options would be good. For example, the Core Series for iPhone 14 also comes in blue and gray.