My concern extends to non-accessible batteries. I see these devices as potentially having many year long lifespans. But batteries still do not make it that fa

My concern extends to non-accessible batteries. I see these devices as potentially having many year long lifespans. But batteries still do not make it that far. (Also, separately, these days, there's the "remove battery to prevent tracking and/or covert access" aspect.) I'd like to know that when the current battery goes tits up, I can replace it. There are certainly enough units to support an after-market, if Apple does not want to service said market itself. When it comes to final "recycling", frankly I don't see convenient disassembly being a significant factor. The item's probably going to be stripped for raw materials, regardless. Though having these easily segregate-able and as non-toxic as possible, once the case is cracked, would be nice. P.S. Regarding repair, I forgot glass repair. Although I see that more as a matter of form factor. If you want Apple-sleek, you're going to get difficult mountings. Again, though, not being able to pop the battery out of the back, does bother me. I suppose "sleek" might be considered to apply there, as well, although with its perhaps more workable metal surface, I wonder. Although, again, structural integrity and rigidity might well be compromised enough to put the unit, including the glass, at significantly increased risk. I think I've had too much coffee...