Apple pulls remaining Lightning-based devices from European stores

Apple has ceased selling the iPhone SE and iPhone 14 series in Europe, which are the last models with the Lightning charging port, as the EU transitions to a common charging solution based on USB-C due to Directive 2022/2380 coming into effect. The affected countries include The Netherlands, France, Norway, and Germany, while the US and other non-EEA countries still have these devices available. The new iPhone SE with USB-C and upgrades like an OLED display is expected to launch in 2025, aligning with the EU’s requirements for USB-C ports on devices and improved labeling for consumer understanding.

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