Right to Repair
Building on EU mandates for replaceable batteries by 2027, Nintendo will launch an updated Switch 2 model in Europe allowing users to easily swap batteries in the console and Joy-Cons, addressing common complaints about battery life.
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The European Union passed a law in 2023 mandating replaceable batteries in portable electronic devices starting February 2027. This regulation applies to Nintendo's upcoming Switch 2 console and Joy-Cons. A Nikkei report indicates Nintendo plans to adjust the console's design for compliance.