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  • New EU regulations mandate user-replaceable batteries in Apple products

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    Evan-el said:
    mayfly said:
    ... making the RAM and SSDs replaceable/upgradeable again!
    While I agree in theory, the reality is that integrated boards improve reliability. In addition, the computers and phone which never receive any type of dedicated updates (and often from companies that have no strategy to update the software) make phone and computers feel like they have run their course, when in reality the hardware is still fine and needs no upgrades. I'd rather see EU focus on dedicated software support, than on mandating certain hardware requirements. However, since software is generally "invisible" in nature, the higher ups can't quite comprehend the benefit of good software in the long run, vs. fully user replaceable hardware.
    I agree with you. I'd rather see the EU focus on defense, economics and crime rather than getting involved in this kind of micromanagement.

    The reason I'd like to have upgradeable RAM & storage is because we can't anticipate what's down the road that may require more resources. Sure, you can max out your device when you order it, but even then, newer models will use that max as a starting point. It also increases the longevity of your device.
    williamlondon

  • New EU regulations mandate user-replaceable batteries in Apple products

    mayflymayfly
    tomahawk said:
    mayfly said:
    Apple MacBooks & MacBook Pros used to have a tool-free latch on the back to get at and replace the battery. Sure would be nice to have that on most of the current Apple devices. Sure, LiON batteries are rechargeable, but they sure do deteriorate over time. If you're determined, experienced and have pentalobe tools, you can replace the batteries in them, but you can also break other, more expensive things while doing it. And maybe get in front of future EU regulations by making the RAM and SSDs replaceable/upgradeable again!
    And all of that took space, which is now filled by the battery.  Sure, we could have that back, but we would lose useful battery time every day. I'd rather spend an hour or two once every 3-5 years replacing a battery than give up 30 minutes of usable battery every day.
    Probably because you have the skills and tools to do it yourself. Not everyone has that option, and their options are all expensive.
    williamlondondarkvader

  • New EU regulations mandate user-replaceable batteries in Apple products

    mayflymayfly
    Apple MacBooks & MacBook Pros used to have a tool-free latch on the back to get at and replace the battery. Sure would be nice to have that on most of the current Apple devices. Sure, LiON batteries are rechargeable, but they sure do deteriorate over time. If you're determined, experienced and have pentalobe tools, you can replace the batteries in them, but you can also break other, more expensive things while doing it. And maybe get in front of future EU regulations by making the RAM and SSDs replaceable/upgradeable again!
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