Portable gaming consoles will be required to have replaceable batteries by 2027 to comply with a new European Union law.
On July 10, the European Council voted for a new regulation to implement sustainability rules for batteries.
Manufacturers will be required to make batteries accessible for consumers using commercially available or specialised tools, and provide instructions and safety information.
source https://www.gamesindustry.biz/handheld-consoles-required-to-have-replaceable-batteries-by-2027
