All smartphones, including iPhones, must have replaceable batteries by 2027 in the EU::undefined

  • brb@sh.itjust.works
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    1 year ago

    It’s specifically the wire that always breaks first. How can they be more durable?

    • ne0phyte@feddit.de
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      1 year ago

      You can repair a broken cable fairly easily.

      When you buy wireless headphones you know upfront that they will die within a few years and you will not be able to replace the tiny glued in, oddly shaped batteries they come with.

      I like the convenience of BT at times, but I really miss having headphone jacks and hate having to bring adaptors with me.

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      1 year ago

      If you can financially, buy (second-hand) higher-end material, it will come with stronger wires and stronger connections.
      For example, see the difference in the constraints damper on these connectors:

      vs Apple’s:

      Jack being simple technology, it’s also very easy to get it repaired by the nearby tech enthusiast armed with a soldering iron.