Why does the EU want replaceable batteries in handheld gaming consoles?
The European Union wants that “portable batteries included in devices should be removable and replaceable by the end user” as they would be easier to replace and recycle. The regulation also claims that the 2027 deadline gives operators “sufficient time to adapt the design of their products to this requirement”. The EU also noted that this new change would have “significant provisions for consumers”.
As per the report, the published document does not specifically mention the handheld gaming device. However, an EU representative has reportedly confirmed that “batteries for gaming handhelds are covered by the Batteries and Waste Batteries Regulation”.
The document further states: “A portable battery shall be considered to be easily removable by the end-user where it can be removed from a product with the use of commercially available tools, without requiring the use of specialized equipment , unless provided with it free of charge. product”
“Batteries are key to the decarbonization process and the EU’s transition towards zero-emission modes of transport. At the same time, end-of-life batteries contain many valuable resources and we need to reuse them instead of relying on those critical raw materials. Must be able to supply to third countries,”
Teresa RiberaThe Spanish Minister for Ecological Transition said about this new regulation.
“The new regulations will boost the competitiveness of European industry and ensure that new batteries are sustainable and contribute to the green transition,” said Ribera.
EU wants iPhones to come with USB-C charging
Last year, The European Commission It has been confirmed that all portable electronic devices sold in the EU will be required to use USB Type-C for charging by 2024. The change is also aimed at reducing electronic waste. The EU also claimed that USB-C charging in iPhones would be more consumer-friendly as users would only have a “common charger”. Apple has also confirmed that it will comply with the EU order and will include a USB-C cable port with iPhones.