Next the saucer section lifts off, leaving the battery housing vulnerable to our prying hands.

Getting to the battery was so tough it's almost ironic to find pull-to-remove tabs, but they're better than nothing!

All these layers and adhesives probably help with shock-resistance and durability. But when the battery inevitably dies, you're looking at a full device replacement or a tough repair—one likely to be a major headache for recyclers.

Magic Leap packs this twin-cell battery sandwich with 36.77 Wh, running at 3.83 V. That's in the same range as some popular tablets.