'End-of-life batteries contain many valuable resources and we must be able to reuse those critical raw materials instead of relying on third countries for supplies.'
Under the new rules, manufacturers will have until 2027 to redesign their products to allow for easy battery replacements by users, a grace period that should ensure sufficient time for companies to change designs and manufacturing processes of smartphones and other devices to enable easy battery swapping.The EU's new battery regulations not only focus on replaceability but also emphasize the collection, recovery, and recycling of waste batteries.
It would be naïve, however, to expect companies to take these new rules without any resistance. Given that these companies currently charge a not-so-insignificant amount for a battery change, it would not be a surprise to see innovative and proprietary methods of swapping and extended batteries to ensure that their share of revenue remains unaffected.
The move toward replaceable batteries not only addresses this demand but also paves the way for innovations such as port-less smartphones, where users can easily swap in fully charged batteries. By prioritizingand consumer needs, the EU is leading the way in shaping the future of the mobile industry.
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