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Apple Pencil Gets Repairable Batteries Soon
12 Jul
Summary
- New Apple Pencil models are expected in early 2027.
- EU regulations are driving changes for replaceable batteries.
- Current models are deemed 'repairability fails' by iFixit.
New European Union regulations are prompting significant design changes for upcoming Apple Pencil models. Reports indicate that future iterations of Apple's stylus, expected in the first half of 2027, will feature more easily replaceable batteries. This push for repairability is a direct response to stringent EU directives impacting consumer electronics.
Currently, Apple Pencil models are criticized for their lack of repairability, with iFixit labeling them as "repairability fails" due to permanently sealed batteries. The forthcoming changes aim to rectify this, potentially refreshing both the entry-level USB-C model and the premium Apple Pencil Pro. This regulatory influence mirrors Apple's earlier adoption of USB-C across its product lines, demonstrating the growing impact of EU standards on global tech design.
