The new Fairphone 6 isn't just another "eco" phone. With new modularity tricks, a sexy design, and DIY repair capabilities that even your mom can handle, it's sure to warm the hearts of even the biggest tech hipsters.
If you still have a guilty conscience when buying a new one iPhone, has a new one Fairphone 6 solution. Why spend a fortune every two years on a phone that's less durable than your jeans when you can have a device that you can repair at home without all your karmic energy going into the trash along with the previous model? Meet the Fairphone 6 - the first truly "fair" phone that will satisfy even the biggest skeptics among us.
Why is the Fairphone 6 unusually cool?
Thank goodness for modularity (and YouTube tutorials)
The Fairphone 6 not only enables, but encourages, home repairs. With twelve interchangeable modules, you can replace a broken screen or dead battery at home in your pajamas. If you're good at assembling IKEA furniture, you'll be able to assemble this phone in record time—with less swearing.
Recycle more, annoy the planet less
As many as 70% of Fairphone's % materials are recycled or responsibly sourced. This means you'll have less of a guilty conscience while watching your competition produce devices with about as much ethical awareness as fast-fashion brands. Fairphone says that a phone is not just a device, it's a lifestyle - call it a sustainable lifestyle!
Finally nice and light (well, lighter)
The Fairphone has lost a good 20 grams, which may not sound like much, but it's a lot for your skinny jeans. It's also lost that chunky Lego look - it now has rounded edges, a sleek OLED display and a super-smooth 120Hz refresh rate. It's pretty enough that you don't have to hide it at influencer meetings.
Accessories you actually want
The new modular system allows you to add smart covers. You can add a card pocket, a finger loop (for those of us who can't hold our phones for more than a minute) or a lanyard around our neck, which isn't the height of style, but is a practical solution if you tend to forget your phone every time you go to a cafe.
Battery – enough for Netflix, not enough for a marathon
With a larger 4,415mAh battery, Fairphone promises two days of battery life, which is actually a day and a half, but hey – that’s better than most phones today, which act like they need to be hooked up to a respirator after half a day. Charging is decently fast at 30W, although not exactly lightning fast.
Processor and cameras: a good middle ground for (moderately) demanding users
The phone is powered by the third-generation Snapdragon 7s, which won't win any speed tests, but it'll be more than enough to keep you from desperately searching for a charger in the middle of the day. The cameras are good, but not exactly Oscar-winning - a 50 MP main, 13 MP wide-angle, and 32 MP front-facing camera will satisfy all your basic photo needs. At least until the next Instagram.
Conclusion: finally a phone that is not only "eco" but also (very) attractive!
The Fairphone 6 finally delivers on its promise of sustainability, modularity, and recycling without looking like an ecological disaster. For 599 euros / comparable dollars offers a combination of cool looks, DIY repairs, and a clear conscience – which is a pretty good deal, especially if you no longer want to feel like you're directly killing polar bears with every new phone.
The Fairphone 6 is a phone you can buy, use, repair, and happily show off – without it looking like vegan yogurt in the company of sausages.
Specifications for those who prefer tables to long sentences:
| Property | Fairphone 6 |
|---|---|
| Weight | 193g (-20g from Fairphone 5) |
| Screen | 6.3 inch OLED, 120 Hz, 1400 nits |
| Battery | 4,415 mAh, 30W fast charging |
| Processor | Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 |
| Cameras | Main 50 MP, Ultrawide 13 MP, Selfie 32 MP |
| Modularity | 12 interchangeable modules |
| Durability | 70 % recycled materials |
| The price | €599 (€649 with system without Google) |
| Warranty | 5 years |
| Updates | 8 years |
Fairphone 6 – a phone that will finally give you peace of mind and look cool on Instagram.
