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technology1 month ago•2 min saved

Nintendo Plans EU-Only Switch 2 Variant With Replaceable Batteries

Nintendo confirmed an EU-compliant Switch 2 variant with swappable batteries is in development for 2027 to meet the EU's right-to-repair rules (models with prefix 'BEE' and 'OSM' on packaging). These EU-only versions will be sold as regulatory products within the EU and likely won't release outside the region; the move comes as the EU battery rules take effect in 2027 and after Nintendo's May 2026 price increase to €500. The Switch 2, released in 2025, already offers a bigger screen and improved performance as part of Nintendo's ongoing hardware evolution.

via Engadget|

#eu-regulation #nintendo #replaceable-batteries

gaming3 months ago•47 min saved

Nintendo Switch 2 EU revision could make batteries swappable and boost repairability

Nintendo plans a Switch 2 revision in the EU with replaceable batteries for the console and Joy-Cons to comply with upcoming EU right-to-repair rules; the current version reportedly has a glued-in battery, Japan specs would stay the same, and Nintendo hasn’t commented yet. If the change expands beyond the EU, it could boost repairability as devices age toward longer lifespans.

via The Verge|

#eu-regulation #gaming #nikkei

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

"Fairbuds: The Game-Changing Wireless Earbuds with User-Replaceable Batteries"

Fairphone has released Fairbuds, wireless earbuds with easily replaceable batteries for both the charging case and buds themselves, along with other replaceable parts, aiming to reduce e-waste. With features like active noise cancellation, IP54 sweat and water resistance, and a two-year warranty (extendable to three years), the Fairbuds offer a compelling package. Priced at €149 in Europe, they hope to set an example for sustainable design in the tech industry.

via Stuff|

#fairphone #replaceable-batteries #sound-quality

technology2 years ago•5 min saved

"JBL Unveils Innovative Features for Latest Audio Products at CES 2024"

JBL has unveiled new portable Bluetooth speakers at CES 2024, featuring replaceable batteries for extended usage. The updated PartyBox models and personal portable iterations support Bluetooth 5.3 with LE audio and Auracast for wireless connectivity with other Auracast-enabled JBL speakers. The large-format PartyBox models now include easily swappable batteries, while the personal portables have longer runtimes on a single charge. Additionally, recycled fabric and plastic are used in their construction.

via Engadget|

#bluetooth-speakers #ces-2024 #jbl

technology3 years ago•5 min saved

Valve's Steam Deck Revision: Anticipating Improvements

Valve will be forced to manufacture new versions of the Steam Deck with replaceable batteries due to a new EU battery regulation. The current process of removing the battery is difficult and can lead to damage. The regulation aims to reduce environmental impact and encourage competition among battery manufacturers. This change may apply to all devices sold by Valve, including those in the US. Third-party sellers may also produce more powerful replacement batteries. The new version of the Steam Deck is expected to be released in the next few years.

via Windows Central|

#battery #eu-regulation #replaceable-batteries

technology3 years ago•3 min saved

The Return of Easily Replaceable Phone Batteries.

The European Parliament has approved a law that requires portable batteries in appliances to be "readily removable and replaceable" by consumers. This means that in a few years, any phone sold in Europe will have to be designed so that its battery can be replaced by the person who owns it. The interpretation of "readily removable and replaceable" is still up for debate, but this move could extend the longevity of devices and bring back easily replaceable phone batteries.

via The Verge|

#battery-regulations #european-union #portable-devices

technology3 years ago•1 min saved

EU Passes Law Mandating Replaceable Phone Batteries

The EU Parliament has approved a set of rules requiring replaceable batteries in portable appliances, including mobile phones. The move is expected to increase ease of maintenance and extend the lifespan of devices. The package also includes the introduction of a battery passport for larger industrial and EV batteries.

via Hackaday|

#battery-passport #eu #mobile-phones

technology3 years ago•1 min saved

EU Pushes for Replaceable and Sustainable Batteries in Electronics

The European Parliament has passed a law that will require all gadgets, including smartphones, to have easily replaceable batteries without the need for special tools or adhesives. This law, which goes into effect in 2027, is an attempt to reduce environmental waste and increase responsibility in the tech industry. The law could fundamentally change how smartphones are designed, as the current "glass sandwich" design method would need to be altered to comply with the new regulations.

via Android Authority|

#design #environmental-waste #eu