one world, one charger

February 18, 2009 at 6:11 am Leave a comment

It’s a move that will be welcomed by consumers and environmentalists alike. The Guardian reports that the GSM Association has announced an initiative to introduce a universal mobile charger, which would also meet higher energy efficiency standards.

It’s likely to be based on the micro-USB connection, found on devices like the new BlackBerry Storm.

Still on the drawing board, it’s expected to be a standard by around 2012.

The mobile phone industry plans to introduce a universal charger as part of a drive to improve its previously patchy environmental record.

Not only will it mean phone users no longer have to hunt for the right charger, but the specifications for the new device include a 50% reduction in standby energy consumption.