JAKARTA - Apple has officially stopped selling third-generation iPhone 14 and iPhone SE in most EU countries. This step was taken in response to local regulations requiring all smartphones sold in the region to be equipped with USB-C ports.
Reported by MacRumors and 9to5Mac, iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, and third-generation iPhone SE are now no longer available in Apple's online stores in a number of EU countries, such as Germany, Spain, France, Italy, and Portugal. Applicable regulations require device manufacturers to update their products to use the USB-C port before December 28, 2024. However, this device is still available in the UK, which is no longer part of the European Union.
With the launch of the iPhone 15 in 2023, Apple will start using the USB-C port as the standard for all iPhone models. This change is also followed by accessories updates such as AirPods and Magic Mouse to support USB-C.
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However, Apple still sells the iPhone 14 and iPhone SE 3 with Lightning connectors outside the European Union. Users in the European Union are now missing the iPhone option at the most affordable price for the time being.
According to rumors, Apple plans to launch a new iPhone SE with an updated design and USB-C port early next year. This move may be the reason why Apple chose not to replace the iPhone SE 3 in the EU market. The iPhone 14, this model is likely to be completely discontinued in September 2025 along with the launch of the iPhone 17 series.
With this change, Apple continues to adapt to local regulations while presenting innovations to its product lines.
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