EU Introduces Six New Eco-Labels for Smartphones, Tablets, Cordless Landlines, and More

EU Introduces Six New Eco-Labels for Smartphones, Tablets, Cordless Landlines, and More

• Starting June 20, 2025, the EU introduces six new eco-labels for smartphones, tablets, cordless landlines, feature phones.

• The labels include metrics such as energy efficiency, battery runtime per full charge, battery cycle life, durability, repairability class, and Ingress Protection (IP) rating.

• Devices must meet strict standards to qualify: survive at least 800 full battery cycles, withstand drop, dust, and water tests, provide spare parts within 5-10 working days, and deliver operating system updates for at least 5 years after source code release.

• The new labels encourage greener design, save money, and reduce waste. They also aim to cut 2.2 TWh of energy use by 2030 and boost device lifespans by 30–40 %.

• The new labels bring transparency to device sustainability and push manufacturers towards better, longer-lasting products.
 

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