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CNET
4 days ago
- CNET
Want a More Sustainable Android Phone? The Modular Fairphone 6 Could Be the Answer
Sustainable tech leader Fairphone unveiled its latest modular device on Thursday at an event in Amsterdam, presenting a clear challenge to mainstream phone makers everywhere. The Fairphone 6 is a fully repairable Android phone built to last, which the company says has the lowest carbon footprint of any device its made yet. Fairphone is a phone maker like no other. Rather than being yet another tech company making yet another generic Android phone, Fairphone is a value-focused Dutch social enterprise, which sources materials ethically, pays fair-wage bonuses to its workers across the supply chain in factories where they're protected from harmful chemicals and given a voice to enact change. It also actively encourages people who buy a Fairphone to seek out replacement parts rather than throwaway their devices and upgrade on a regular basis. While this is technically the Fairphone 6, the company wants it to be known as just the Fairphone -- the thinking being that you shouldn't need to upgrade your phone every few years to the next generation of devices. With this device, Fairphone promises seven Android updates with software and repairable parts support lasting until 2033. Fairphone's previous phone, the Fairphone 5 scored 7/10 in our review, but also worth paying attention to is the 10/10 teardown score given to the phone by iFixit. iFixit is a leader in providing the tools and knowledge for people to repair their electronics, and has been at the forefront of pushing right-to-repair legislation. The Fairphone is entirely modular, with replaceable elements that make it both easy to fix and more fun. As well as being able to replace the battery, screen, camera, ports and other elements of the phone, you can click off the rear cover to attach alternatives with accessories, such as a carry cord or a card holder. A lime green switch on the side of the phone allows you to toggle between the standard Android 15 interface, complete with all the Google Gemini AI features you might expect, and a pared-back monochrome "essentials" interface that offers access to core fuctions, including calling, messaging and web browsing. Our biggest criticisms of the Fairphone 5 were the poor battery life and camera performance. According to Fairphone, its new device packs a bigger battery that can last 53 hours, along with an AI-enhanced 50-megapixel camera. We're hoping that these live up to their promise, which will be crucial to truly future proof this phone as the rest of the industry sticks to its annual upgrade cycle. The chip inside is the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 from Qualcomm, which also provides the chips for all of the best Android phones on the market. The performance of this chip will also help determine the longevity of the phone. The Fairphone 6 will be available for £499 ($680) from YourCoop and AO in the UK and will be available through Murena in the US.
Phone Arena
20-06-2025
- Phone Arena
Fresh leak confirms Fairphone 6 comes with two-part backplate
Fairphone 6 is a true modular phone | Images credits: Beyond that, this is just a Receive the latest Android news By subscribing you agree to our terms and conditions and privacy policy Fairphone 6 achieves Class A for repairability and durability | Image credit: Fairphone 6 is a rather compact device, which is why it sports a 6.31-inch LTPO-based P-OLED display with 1 to 120 Hz dynamic refresh rate. Due to the modular aspect of its chassis, Fairphone 6 is not waterproof, but it does feature IP55 certification, which makes it dust- and splash-resistant. One very important aspect about Fairphone 6 is that it achieved Class A for both repairability and durability. No confirmed release date is available yet, but rumor has it Fairphone 6 should be launched in Europe on June 25. The phone will be available for purchase for €550. Fairphone 6 is a rather compact device, which is why it sports a 6.31-inch LTPO-based P-OLED display with 1 to 120 Hz dynamic refresh rate. Due to the modular aspect of its chassis, Fairphone 6 is not waterproof, but it does feature IP55 certification, which makes it dust- and very important aspect about Fairphone 6 is that it achieved Class A for both repairability and durability. No confirmed release date is available yet, but rumor has it Fairphone 6 should be launched in Europe on June 25. The phone will be available for purchase for €550. Beyond that, this is just a mid-range phone just like the previous models. For example, Fairphone 6 is expected to pack a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 processor, coupled with 8 GB RAM and 256 GB of internal storage (expandable up to 2 TB via microSD slot).The 4,415 mAh battery might be rather small by today's standards, but Fairphone 6's advantage is that it can be easily replaced with a new one. It's also worth noting that the phone's battery supports 33W wired charging speeds. More importantly, Fairphone 6's battery is apparently rated for at least 1,000 charging cycles, while its life is claimed to be around 53 hours. Grab Surfshark VPN now at more than 50% off and with 3 extra months for free! Secure your connection now at a bargain price! We may earn a commission if you make a purchase This offer is not available in your area. Fairphone 6 is the next modular smartphone from the Dutch company with the same name. The device features the same rectangular form factor as its predecessors but adds a bit more customization into the the title says, Fairphone 6 was rumored to come with a two-part backplate , which owners can customize. New pictures showing the phone from all angles have been recently shared by , thus confirming what started as phone will be available in Horizon Black, Forest Green, and Cloud White, but the backplates will also be available separately so that customers can create different combinations. This is the Fairphone 6's 'shtick' and possibly one of its main selling points.
GSM Arena
18-06-2025
- GSM Arena
More Fairphone 6 official-looking images leak
The Fairphone 6 is apparently launching on June 25, and ahead of that we've already seen it in a leaked render, and then its specs got leaked a couple of days ago. Today, a lot more official-looking images of the phone have been outed, showing it in all of its three colors - Forest Green, Cloud White, and Horizon Black. Fairphone 6 in Forest Green The Fairphone 6 has an easily removable lower back cover which makes the battery accessible for quick removal - although this isn't glued, you will have to remove some screws to get it out. Other components that are easy to replace include all three cameras, the display, and the module housing the speaker and USB port at the bottom. Interestingly, you'll be able to order a lower back cover in whatever color you want, so you could pair a white phone with a green cover or something like that if you wanted. Fairphone 6 in Horizon Black The device has a 6.31-inch P-OLED LTPO screen with 1-120Hz refresh rate, the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 SoC at the helm, 8GB of RAM, 256GB of expandable storage, and a 4,415 mAh battery with support for 33W wired charging. Fairphone 6 in Cloud White There's also a fingerprint sensor embedded into the power button, and IP55 certification for dust and water resistance. The phone is rumored to cost €550. Source (in German)
