EU exempts Apple Watch and AirPods from removable battery rules

The European Union has exempted Apple Watch and AirPods from regulations requiring manufacturers to allow user-replaceable batteries. The exemption covers wearables and earbuds, which are difficult to redesign due to their small size and construction. The decision has drawn mixed reactions, with critics arguing it weakens right-to-repair rules.

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