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When my Airpods die, I'll take them back to my local Applestore to be recycled. Apple is streets ahead of most companies in this respect.

• dngray 7y ago
  > When my Airpods die, I'll take them back to my local Applestore to be recycled. Which isn't going to solve the problem the article talks about. They will have to dispose of those lithium ion batteries like everyone else.
  • zoul 7y ago
    But that’s an argument against all wireless headphones, right? They all need a small battery with limited lifespan. After that, you either return the device for recycling or replace the battery. The latter sounds like the more environmentally sound option, but I think we don’t know enough to say. Now, wouldn’t it be nice for the article to explore these options and arguments instead of jumping to conclusions?
  • askafriend 7y ago
    What a silly argument. Do you know how many things in your life use lithium ion batteries? AirPods should be the least of your concerns.