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The European Union will soon mandate that smartphone and tablet manufacturers affix new labels to their products, indicating each device’s repairability, energy efficiency, and durability rating—much like the identification labels already used on household appliances and televisions.
This label will display an A-to-G energy efficiency grade, along with estimated battery lifespan, the number of supported charging cycles, and the product’s IP rating for water and dust resistance. Additionally, the label will use letter grades to convey the device’s durability and ease of repair, empowering consumers to assess overall product longevity at a glance.
The EU’s new labeling regulation will apply to smartphones and tablets and is scheduled to take effect on June 20 of this year. However, devices featuring rollable or foldable displays are excluded from the directive. Tablets running Windows OS will be categorized differently depending on whether they are classified as personal computers, and will be subject to distinct regulatory standards accordingly.
Moreover, the EU will require that all hardware sold within its borders adhere to specific design criteria. These include the obligation to provide spare parts for future repairs, and to ensure that batteries retain at least 80% of their capacity after 800 charging cycles. Devices must also meet minimum standards for scratch and drop resistance. Manufacturers are further compelled to deliver operating system upgrades within six months of any major release.
Additional stipulations mandate the availability of spare parts for a period ranging from five to ten working days after a product’s discontinuation, with continued access to repair components maintained for up to seven years. Operating system updates must remain available for five years following a product’s market withdrawal, and repair technicians must be granted unrestricted access to essential software or firmware to ensure the product’s usability is preserved over time.
Previously, the EU approved a proposal requiring that mobile devices and lightweight electric vehicles be designed to allow easy battery replacement. However, the regulation does not explicitly demand that all consumer electronics revert to the removable battery designs of older mobile phones. Instead, the initiative aims to make battery replacement more accessible, thereby reducing the likelihood of discarding entire devices due to battery failure alone.
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