Why Apple choose not to go with a removable battery for the iPhone

Everything iPhone hypothesizes why Apple chose to go with a non removable battery for the iPhone:

"Design: Apple is known for their stunning design. By internalizing the battery, they reduce the amount of spacing required by a battery door or compartment. In the iPhone, Apple has been able to create a visually appealing product by from the front and back.

History: The iPod family has used internal batteries since it's inception and having reached the 6th generation, the prevailing thought is that Apple has refined the internal battery and reduced such problems.

Control of Operating System: The iPhone runs Mac OS X enabling Apple to maximize the life of the battery through the various settings within the iPhone.

emily | 4:37 PM | Technology |
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