US EditionBig Changes Ahead for Android Users in Europe
- Starting June 20, 2025, the European Union will introduce new regulations aimed at enhancing how Android smartphones and tablets sold in Europe receive system improvements, are maintained, and meet environmental performance standards.
- These requirements come from new European regulations focused on energy efficiency and product design, mandating that batteries must withstand at least 800 complete charge cycles while maintaining 80% of their initial capacity.
- Manufacturers are required to offer essential spare parts for a minimum duration of seven years following the discontinuation of a device model, along with providing software and security updates for no less than five years from the date the product is last sold.
- The EU estimates these measures could save nearly 14 terawatt-hours of energy annually by 2030 and improve repairability, while brands like Samsung and Google already offer up to seven years of updates.
- These regulations will extend device lifespan, increase consumer rights, and promote sustainability, although they only apply to new models launched after June 2025 and not existing devices.
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Big changes ahead for Android users in Europe
If you’re an Android user in Europe, get ready. Some major changes are on the horizon that could make your next phone last longer, cost you less in repairs, and help the planet, too. The European Union is rolling out a new set of rules, starting next summer, that will force manufacturers to rethink how they design, update, and repair your favourite gadgets. Here’s what you need to know. Source
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