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New EU regulations mandate user-replaceable batteries in Apple products
(appleinsider.com)
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I mean, with the right tools they already are. I prefer compact and waterproof design over an easily replaceable battery.
That's the point, it is so you don't have to require any special tools that you have to purchase or rent, or having to deal with glue and all that crap.
You think because it's replaceable it can't be compact and waterproof? Ever used a watch?
A more current example before you complain that no one uses watches now and only smartwatches is an AirTag from ~~cr~~Apple, they are waterproof, compact, and the battery is replaceable without any tools.
That's not the point. The point is reduce electronic waste and improve lithium recovery. The regulations have the following provisions for replaceable batteries
Addition provision for waterproofing also may apply
So basically most companies will opt either provide the tools for free like some already do or just claim that watches and headphones undergo enough contact with sweat and oils that apply for the derogation