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The next iterations of the Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck and others could come with replaceable batteries thanks to a new EU regulation - one that forces all devices, including handheld games consoles, to come with replaceable batteries by 2027.

But think about this. This also includes all smartphones and tablets. If they must require a removeable battery this will end water and dust protection, and having to redesign with removeable batteries will mean thicker cases and probably heavier devices. They can only make them so thin at the moment because they can integrate everything and squeeze it all in.

Is this a good regulation? Or will it lead to some manufacturers ending sales in Europe? Or maybe only releasing some models there?
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