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...

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…

  •  NotMyOldRedditName   ( @NotMyOldRedditName@kbin.social ) 
    2•1 year ago

    Its not really as easy for non apple repair techs to change the battery. If anyone but a certified person does I bet that would void any water resistance part of the warranty, possibly if anyone but apple specifically does it?

    Easily changeable batteries that don’t compromise water resistance would be really great, but that will definitely make them bigger.

    •  cykablyatbot   ( @cykablyatbot@lemmy.fmhy.ml ) 
      1•1 year ago

      And fortunately the Euros are choosing sustainability over convenience, which is the ethical and smart move. The whiners can STFU as far as I’m concerned.
      If people won’t choose to do the right thing I have no problem with limiting a tiny bit of consumer choice.