In recent times, there has been significant attention surrounding the "EU's strictest battery regulations," particularly the requirement for iPhones to have removable batteries, which has gained public support.
However, according to recent reports, the impact of the EU's regulations extends far beyond just smartphones.
Nintendo Switches will also need to provide replaceable batteries
According to the newly approved EU regulations, starting from 2027, new mobile phones and handheld gaming devices sold in the EU region must be equipped with replaceable batteries.
Specifically, "replaceable batteries" refer to device batteries that can be easily removed using tools readily available in the market. If this is not achievable, manufacturers are required to provide dedicated tools free of charge.
This means that apart from smartphones, handheld gaming devices like the Switch and SteamDeck also need to consider the convenience of battery replacement in their designs.
Furthermore, this new regulation grants users the right to independently replace batteries when their performance deteriorates, rather than solely relying on official or third-party repair channels as is the case currently.
Source: European Council