European Union to bring back removable phone batteries

The European Union might be the driving force for the return of removable batteries, making replacement simple and straightforward for Apple iPhone and Android customers.

A new EU rule suggests that manufacturers develop batteries that may be readily removed, potentially resulting in a new generation removable battery. Simple battery replacement may allow customers to keep their phones for an extended period of time without incurring hefty repair costs.

After the batteries on their older mobile devices fail, some people decide to upgrade to newer versions.

The current EU restrictions are now impacting how makers approach their future phones. For example, iPhones launched in 2024 are projected to include USB-C ports rather than Lightning connectors.