One year after new EU repairability rules came into force, are our smartphones and laptops actually getting easier to repair? Here's what I found out

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By Max Slater-RobinsNov 1, 2026, 7:00 am183 ptsTrendingTop
Making it easier to repair an old smartphone or laptop, rather than buying a new one, has long been a goal of tech enthusiasts, and the EU took a big step towards making that a reality in June 2025 with the introduction of its "Ecodesign" requirements. The European Commission's rules require manufacturers of…

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