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Re:Google Pixel Buds by crazygringo on Tuesday April 28, 2020 @09:52AM (#23006944)
So you're basically saying that wireless in-ear headphones shouldn't exist then.

Everything inside of them is already so miniaturized, there simply isn't space for a replaceable battery, not to mention how you'd maintain waterproofing since, you know, you run and sweat with these in.

Have you seen X-rays of the AirPods Pro for example? Can you figure out a way where the battery would become replaceable?

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Re:Google Pixel Buds by Hamuko on Tuesday April 28, 2020 @10:00AM (#23007012)
https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Samsung+Galaxy+Buds+Battery+Rep...
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Re:Google Pixel Buds by crazygringo on Tuesday April 28, 2020 @10:15AM (#23007167)
That's fascinating to see that it's technically possible, so thanks for that.

Though it does note that it will lose its original waterproofing capabilities, which seems like a pretty big deal.

But also... it's not like they were designed to be replaceable. This is electronics surgery that I know I could never attempt personally. But it is interesting that you might get electronics shops to do it for you.

Thanks for the info.

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