All gadget batteries in gadgets sold in EU to be user replaceable by 2027.
They used to be.
Quote:
The European Parliament has voted yes to replaceable battery legislation, putting Apple on a path to a second redesign just over a year after USB-C charging ports were mandated in the bloc.
Unlike the USB-C redesign, which has a 2024 deadline, the "portable battery" rule will come into play in 2027 at the earliest. That rule, by the way, covers all appliances and will mean that if you own the gadget, you should be able to remove and replace its battery yourself.
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https://www.theregister.com/2023/06/...y_eu/?td=rt-3a
IMO this is years late, but good. I note the rechargeable "Dremmel" like tool I got this week has 5 years on the tool and 6 months on the battery pack (which does unplug).
Of course no g'tee you'll find a battery or cell.
The NiMH, various Lithium and Lead Acid (gel worse than wet) all have shorter life than the electronics. Life is partly cycles, quality, temperature and relative drain (heavy or light), so 12 months is only an average in many cases on Electronic that can last 5 to 20 years.
Some Kindles and most Kobos can be popped open to for the user to replace the cell. Many calculators and toys need a screwdriver so that small children don't swallow the button cells.
It just means the unit needs to open somehow and battery/cell shouldn't be glued.
An issue for many rechargeable BT ear buds and pens/stylus, not just phones.
The KK3, DXG, original Libra and Sage easily opened. I think Oasis not at all and the original Kobo Aura HD H2O is difficult.
Edit: All my phones since 1998 except my defunct iPhone have had replaceable packs: Various Nokia, Sagem, Nokia, Sony-Ericsson (Android 5), Sony, Alcatel, Huawei, Oppo (Android 11). The last five still go.