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the argument I'd make is that with newer, faster, better tech being available year after year, very few people actually want to keep using the same phone for more than a few years, tops. having a replacable battery may prevent some waste but it's not going to stop most folks from ditching their phones after a year or two.
some people are far more concerned about fashion over form - most of apple's userbase, for example.
Let's be real here - this hasn't been the case for smartphones like 5 years at this point. Barely anything has changed in that time frame besides like a "telephoto" lens and foldables.
People are just sold on the idea that things are changing.
i disagree, got a 2021 model phone last year for a very reasonable price that is loads faster & has a better battery life than my 2020 model phone.
assuming my current phone doesnt break in a year, I'll replace it anyway - because the upgrade will be worthwhile