Among the many changes, the new rules would require batteries in consumer devices like smartphones to be easily removable and replaceable. That’s far from the case today…

  • sab@kbin.social
    link
    fedilink
    arrow-up
    1
    ·
    2 years ago

    Seems like you could just mandate manufacturers to make sure replacement batteries are available on the market as well?

    I’m a few years into my Fairphone 3, it still lasts two days of normal use without charging, and the battery can be replaced in seconds. If I need a new one I can buy it straight from the producer.