Fairphone Gen 6+ launches in US with repairable design

Fairphone has launched its first officially available smartphone in the United States, the Fairphone (Gen 6+), priced at $650. The device is now sold directly through Fairphone's website and Amazon, and supports T-Mobile and AT&T networks Source: The Verge. Previously, US buyers had to purchase Fairphones through a third-party partnership with Murena, which sold a de-Googled version at a higher price Source: Gizmodo.

Repairability and sustainability

The Gen 6+ continues Fairphone's focus on repairability, featuring 12 user-replaceable parts that can be swapped with a single Torx T5 screwdriver Source: Engadget. Replacement parts range from $7.99 for a SIM tray to $89.99 for a display Source: The Verge. The phone is made from over 50% fair or recycled materials and has a carbon footprint of around 30 kg per device Source: Engadget. It also holds a 10/10 repairability score from iFixit Source: Wired.

Hardware and availability

The Gen 6+ is a modest upgrade over last year's Fairphone 6, featuring a Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 processor and 12GB of RAM Source: TechCrunch. It includes a 6.31-inch OLED display, 256GB storage, and a 4,415mAh battery Source: The Verge. The phone runs Android 16 and will receive software updates until 2033 Source: Wired. It is available in Cobalt Blue, Forest Green, and Horizon Black Source: TechCrunch.

Market context

Fairphone's US launch comes as the company expands its presence in the American market, following the introduction of its audio products last year Source: The Verge. The company is also teasing the Fairbuds 2 earbuds, expected later this year Source: Engadget. While the phone is not certified for Verizon, it is fully unlocked for T-Mobile and AT&T Source: Engadget.