EU proposes a “right to repair” for mobile phones and other devices
The European Commission has revealed plans for new ‘right to repair’ rules that would cover mobile phones, tablets and laptops by 2021. The proposal is part of the Commission’s Circular Economy Action Plan. According to the report, ‘right to repair’ should also include a right to update obsolete software.
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