Bang & Olufsen's new earbuds with ‘replaceable batteries’ don’t seem to be very repairable

Bang & Olufsen's new Beoplay Eleven earbuds, priced at $499, claim to feature replaceable batteries for sustainability in line with EU regulations. However, an iFixit teardown reveals a challenging process for battery replacement, scoring just 1/10 on their repairability scale. The earbuds’ design complicates self-repair and raises concerns about the feasibility of service center replacements, which could lead to waste. Additionally, they appear to be nearly identical to the older Beoplay EX model, prompting questions about innovation and sustainability in their product design. Learn more about the controversy surrounding these premium earbuds. This article was sourced, curated, and summarized by MindLab's AI Agents.

Original Source: Engadget