I can easily see more replaceable systems being less waterproof, leading to more water-damaged units, which means more trash and higher replacement rates. Also,

I can easily see more replaceable systems being less waterproof, leading to more water-damaged units, which means more trash and higher replacement rates. Also, nooks and crannies on stuff tends to get broken and lost (just remember how your TV remote looks after a few years), something a monoblock-style phone doesn't have. Sure, we know you can build consumer electronics to be virtually indestructible - but few people wantt to walk around with a Nokia 3310 these days. To add insult to injury, this ruling will be quoted to justify price increases. Replaceability exists on the market already, but it does not seem to be competitive outside of very niche (very ecologically-conscious folks for the fairphone, outdoor enthusiasts for ruggedized phones) customer groups.