@konah619: Phone manufacturers face a major deadline in Europe as new EU battery regulations take effect on February 18, 2027. Under the rules, portable batteries in covered electronic devices must be removable and replaceable by consumers, potentially changing how smartphones are designed and repaired. That could mean an end to phones that require specialized heating equipment and professional repair services just to access the battery. Manufacturers will also face requirements to keep replacement batteries available for years after a device is discontinued. The regulations aim to make electronics easier to repair, extend their lifespan, and reduce electronic waste. However, certain exemptions and design requirements may apply. Should the United States introduce similar rules requiring phone manufacturers to make batteries easily replaceable? Sources: European Commission, ComplianceGate