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The European Commission adopted exemptions sparing smartwatches, fitness trackers and smart glasses from user-replaceable battery rules.

European Union

Who
European Commission
What
The European Commission adopted exemptions sparing smartwatches, fitness trackers and smart glasses from user-replaceable battery rules.
When
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:19:00 GMT · 8h 45m ago
Where
European Union ·
Why
Exemptions were adopted for smartwatches, fitness trackers and smart glasses.
The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

Wearable devices such as smartwatches and fitness trackers are exempt from European Union rules requiring user-replaceable batteries. This decision impacts the design and repairability of these consumer electronics within the EU market.

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