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Nearly impossible? How Fairphone built the ethical, repairable Fairphone Gen 6+

Fairphone has entered the US market with its Gen 6+ smartphone, priced at $650, designed around modularity, repairability, and sustainability. The device features a fully replaceable 6.31-inch OLED screen and is built to last, using recycled materials and conflict-free minerals — a stark contrast to the glue-sealed smartphones dominating the industry.

Background

Fairphone, a Dutch company, has long championed ethical and repairable smartphones but has struggled to reach mainstream markets. Its entry into the US marks a significant expansion for a brand that predates the current sustainability-conscious smartphone conversation.

Source
Ars Technica
Published
Sep 4, 2026 at 07:00 PM
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7.0 / 10