According to an internal note that we were able to consult, it is from February 1 that Apple ceases the distribution of EarPods in the box of iPhones in France. The manufacturer encourages its employees to explain to confused customers that they can reuse the headphones they own, but that it is also possible to buy new ones (on the Apple Store, for example why not hold on, what a good idea).
Apple also recommends that employees use the argument of ecology with customers, with this argument: ” Among its measures in favor of the environment, Apple plans to reduce waste by removing EarPods from iPhone boxes ».
Apple Stores can continue to sell current stock of iPhones until they run out, so if you’re heading to the store later this week to pick up a smartphone, you might just be lucky enough to pick up the slack. Mickey’s tail a free box of EarPods. It is also possible to go through a reseller: Amazon now specifies whether iPhone comes with EarPods.
The disappearance of the headphones is now possible due to the vote of the law on the circular economy, in force in France since January 1st. Among other measures, it removes the obligation for manufacturers to provide such an accessory aimed at limiting exposure of the head to radioelectric emissions during communications.
Before the Apple Store got in tune with the text, distributors had taken the lead like at Fnac. And for a few days, Apple had been preparing for the big switch.
Headphones are well disappearing from iPhone boxes ????