Apple Shake‑up: Why the iPhone 14 is Vanishing From the Swiss Apple Store
*In a move that feels like a plot twist from a sci‑fi thriller, the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, and iPhone SE (3rd generation) have been pulled from the online Apple shop in Switzerland. The culprit? A brand‑new EU law that insists all smartphones capable of wired charging must trade in a USB‑C port.
Swiss Apples and the EU “Golden Rule”
- EU Rule: No more “Lightning‑only” phones that ship with USB‑C power adapters. Yep, that means the good old iPhone 14 and SE 3⃣ refuse to fit the bill.
- Switzerland’s Position: Although it’s not part of the EU, the country plays in the same “single European market” – so it has to roll with the new rules.
What Happens to the Torn‑Down Phones?
Apple’s own retail outlets across the EU simply won’t offer the 14‑series or SE‑3 anymore. Yet, you’ll still find a few of those devices if the stock is there – that’s because authorized Apple resellers can keep selling them until their inventory is gone. It’s an “end‑of‑season sale” for the iPhone 14, but with a twist: there is no re‑stock.
Good News: iPhone 15 & 16 Are USB‑C Ready
The brand‑new iPhone 15 & 16 come equipped with USB‑C, so they’re staying treacherous—and in stock—in all EU regions.
Next‑Gen iPhone SE: The USB‑C Upgrade on the Horizon?
- Thought the 3rd generation is the last SE with a Lightning port?
- Keep an eye out – a new 4th‑gen SE might arrive in March 2025, bombarded with USB‑C for the first time.
In short, if you hit the Swiss Apple Store or pop into a Swiss Apple retail location now, you’ll find the iPhone 14 and SE 3 squashed out of the menu. Future iPhones are marching to the new USB‑C beat, making a USB‑C‑first world a little more inevitable.
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