Smartwatches and fitness trackers have been exempted from EU rules that require more easily user-replaceable batteries in devices sold in Europe from 2027 onwards.

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European Union

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When

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:10:57 GMT · 1h 30m ago

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Europe ·

Why

The exemption was made for smartwatches and fitness trackers.

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Devices such as Apple Watches and other fitness trackers will not be required to have user-replaceable batteries under new EU regulations set to take effect in 2027.

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https://www.forbes.com/sites/andrewwilliams/2026/07/17/apple-watch-fitness-trackers-exempt-from-replaceable-battery-future/
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