From 18 February 2027, gadgets sold in the EU (phones, tablets, earbuds, laptops, smartwatches, electric toothbrushes and more) must let users replace the battery with common tools, and makers must sell spare batteries for at least 5 years. Software cannot block third-party replacement parts. For a Thai SME, this matters only if you export to or sell into Europe, or source these products, since newer EU-compliant models will appear first. Otherwise, treat it as background; no action is needed this quarter.