A new European Union linguistic rule could spell the end to the iPod ’s pestering integrated batteries . The EU ’s proposed “ New Batteries Directive , ” which mandates that barrage fire in electronic appliances involve to be “ readily removed ” would force Apple to shift the iPod ’s design for the European market place . The requirement was written to aid consumers cast aside properly of shelling , which could end up leak toxins into landfills . Since Apple tends not to educate unique product for specific regions , it would most likely vamp its entire iPod agate line if the directive goes through . That having been suppose , the directive has n’t been sign yet , and there ’s still a opportunity for Apple to ask for an exemption or modification . The fellowship already offers free recycling for its ipods and iphones , and hold up third - political party waste management as well . [ Apple Insider ]
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