Question What if the EU forced laptop makers to allow upgradeable ram and storage?

[kionbo2]

I just watched how a dude upgraded an M4 Mac Mini, to have a 1tb drive. The flash drive was the size of a fingernail. He needed some specialized tools and a lot of knowledge and skill.

The whole ordeal was worthy of a 30 minute video (edited for brevity) with everyone congratulating in the comments.

But what if the EU forced companies to create their upcoming devices with upgradeable ram and storage?

I don't see any mention of it on the web. And it's weird because it's in the same line of consumer protection rules that they've been enforcing.

 

[MikeTaku]

I just watched how a dude upgraded an M4 Mac Mini, to have a 1tb drive. The flash drive was the size of a fingernail. He needed some specialized tools and a lot of knowledge and skill.

The whole ordeal was worthy of a 30 minute video (edited for brevity) with everyone congratulating in the comments.

But what if the EU forced companies to create their upcoming devices with upgradeable ram and storage?

I don't see any mention of it on the web. And it's weird because it's in the same line of consumer protection rules that they've been enforcing.

Hello! I hope you are doing well.

I think the EU is actively shaping tech regulations, including mandating universal charging ports like USB-C on mobile devices, enforcing teamwork for messaging apps, and giving users more control over data and ads.

However, the EU hasn't yet implemented rules specifically requiring upgradeable RAM or storage in devices like laptops and smartphones. While consumer advocacy groups argue that upgradable hardware aligns with environmental goals and user rights, such mandates remain unaddressed. This area might gain momentum, especially as EU tech regulations continue expanding.

 

[COLGeek]

I just watched how a dude upgraded an M4 Mac Mini, to have a 1tb drive. The flash drive was the size of a fingernail. He needed some specialized tools and a lot of knowledge and skill.

The whole ordeal was worthy of a 30 minute video (edited for brevity) with everyone congratulating in the comments.

But what if the EU forced companies to create their upcoming devices with upgradeable ram and storage?

I don't see any mention of it on the web. And it's weird because it's in the same line of consumer protection rules that they've been enforcing.

Not really all that different than working inside a laptop, or one of the many "mini PCs" that are on the market.

While not designed for consumer access in mind, they are serviceable to a degree.