AccidentalLemmingJul 12, 2023

EU will require removable batteries from 2027

https://lemmy.world/post/1397803

EU will require removable batteries from 2027 - Lemmy.world

It had been in the works for a while, but now it has formally been adopted. From the article: > The regulation provides that by 2027 portable batteries incorporated into appliances should be removable and replaceable by the end-user, leaving sufficient time for operators to adapt the design of their products to this requirement.

Show threadRaphaelJul 13, 2023
Thank EU for saving us from capitalism, please keep the American influence in check.
Show threaddonchez
capitalism is when no removable batteries
Jul 13, 2023 at 4:49pmWeb
Show threadRaphaelJul 13, 2023
I couldn’t find a more accurate description.
Show threadRevan343Jul 13, 2023
Capitalism is when many things, but yes, non-removable batteries in expensive hardware is one of them
Show threadChefKalashJul 13, 2023
This but not ironically
Show threadNalivaiJul 14, 2023
Preventing the ability to service and repair your product in order to make people buy a new one instead is when capitalism