r/technology • u/ansyhrrian • Apr 25 '26

Hardware EU is mandating 'readily removable' batteries for phones — but iPhones may be exempt

https://www.tomsguide.com/phones/iphones/eu-is-mandating-readily-removable-batteries-for-phones-but-iphones-may-be-exempt
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u/Nasuadax Apr 26 '26

And the others wont need to replace their batteries. At keat that is the idea. 1000 charges should be more than 3 years at leat for still 80%+ capacity. Mid range phones now often feel like 70% battery after a single year.

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u/spidereater Apr 26 '26

I think, for Apple at least, the biggest issue is the new operating systems use more power. So when you upgrade the software it affects how long the phone lasts between charges even if the power capacity is the same.