Smartphone Manufacturers and Battery Replacement Issue

Smartphone manufacturers are facing criticism for not allowing users to replace the battery, leading users to become dependent on technical services for phones with depleted battery life and incurring additional costs. However, this situation is set to change with the new regulations of the European Union.

The law adopted by the European Parliament mandates that smartphones sold within the EU must comply with certain design and recycling rules. The most notable rule is the requirement for the battery to be easily replaceable. This rule not only applies to phones but also to electric scooters and cars. Europe values the ease of battery replacement as it prepares for the future of the electric world.

Apple, Samsung, and other phone manufacturers must shift towards replaceable battery designs to comply with Europe’s new laws and compete in the global market. In current designs, batteries are fixed inside the casing and secured with special adhesive tapes. This makes battery replacement difficult and directs users to technical services.

With the enforcement of the new laws, the costs for battery replacement for users will decrease, and competitive conditions will be shaped on a fairer ground. The pressure from phone manufacturers regarding battery replacement may become a thing of the past.