The European Union (EU) has now agreed on new laws and regulations aimed at making batteries more sustainable and reusable which might force smartphone makers to bring back removable batteries, the media reported.
This move comes after making USB Type-C charging ports mandatory on all smartphones, tablets, and laptops.
According to SamMobile, as the new laws cover the entire battery life cycle, the new regulation will present a new set of challenges to consumer tech firms and battery manufacturers.
The entire life cycle of a battery includes material extraction, industrial production, and disposal.
The new EU law will apply to all types of batteries sold in the EU, including those used in electronic devices, industrial batteries, automotive batteries, and batteries used in two-wheelers and electric vehicles (EVs), according to the report.
Moreover, from early 2024, battery…