China USB cellphones for all

Simplicity in China leads to standardization. Just recently, they have announced that all handsets sold in China must use a standardized USB charger, reports Slashgear.

"This will cost accessories manufacturers to adjust to the new regulation, but many have yet to adjust because the details of the new regulation is not yet available." On top of this, it would impact on lower-income households, who'll cannot afford a computer to charge their phones.

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