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Nintendo Confirms Switch 2 Revision For Europe
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Nintendo has confirmed that future versions of the Switch 2 sold in Europe will feature user-replaceable batteries to comply with new EU regulations. These compliant models will be marked with the code 'OSM' and will be available starting February 2027.
Why it matters
This move highlights how regional environmental regulations, such as the EU's battery directive, force global technology companies to redesign hardware for specific markets.
Allowing users to "easily" replace the battery
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The article is a factual report on corporate compliance with regulatory standards.
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