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EU MANDATES REPLACEABLE BATTERIES IN ALL PHONES BY 2027
The European Union has enacted legislation requiring all smartphones and tablets sold in the bloc to feature user-replaceable batteries starting in 2027. The regulation aims to reduce electronic waste and extend device lifespans.
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Article URL: https://www.theolivepress.es/spain-news/2026/04/20/eu-to-force-replaceable-batteries-in-phones-and-tablets-…