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All smartphones, including iPhones, must have replaceable batteries by 2027 in the EU::undefined

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[-] KrisND@lemmy.world 18 points 1 year ago

Not a bad idea but there are flaws and this also doesn't seem to address the issue of pricing or availability.

  • So you can remove the battery, will you be able to buy one.
  • They could prevent 3rd parties from making batteries that work.
  • They could just not sell battery replacements.
  • They could add more parts needed, like seals, screws that strip too easily, that annoying sticky tape etc.
[-] MonkderZweite@feddit.ch 6 points 1 year ago

If i remember right, all those shitholes are addressed?

[-] KrisND@lemmy.world -1 points 1 year ago

To be honest, some may be to an extent but I've heard of issues. The last one, I don't see how it can be address "add more parts needed, like seals, screws that strip too easily, that annoying sticky tape etc.". Because they may take extra steps to ensure durability and integrity (mainly to just make more $$ from those doing it themselves.).

I also find it odd because for me at least in the US, it cost me less than $100 for a iPhone 13 Pro Max battery replacement after a little more than 1yr of use, primarily went out due to extreme cold weather. Is the problem more towards a lack of authorized repair locations or their pricing? I'm sincerely curious what is the root issue here.

[-] hydra@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago

You paid $100 for a battery replacement!?!? My Galaxy S7's second battery cost us $12!

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