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A $650 smartphone takes aim at Apple and Samsung’s surging repair costs

The Fairphone 6+, priced at $649, is now available in the US, offering a sustainable and repairable smartphone alternative to major brands. It features 11 swappable parts, including a replaceable battery for $40. This launch challenges Apple and Samsung's business models, which have faced criticism for high repair costs and planned obsolescence. The Fairphone 6+ aims to provide consumers with a more eco-friendly and cost-effective option.

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  • ✓ The Fairphone 6+ is priced at $649.
  • ✓ The Fairphone 6+ has 11 swappable parts.
  • ✓ A replacement battery for the Fairphone 6+ costs $40.
  • ✓ The Fairphone 6+ is designed to be repairable and sustainable.
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What changed

The Fairphone 6+ is now available for purchase in the US, marking a significant expansion of the brand's presence in the market.

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  1. Fairphone 6+ debuts in US, targets Apple and Samsung with repairable $649 smartphone

    The Fairphone 6+, priced at $649, is now available in the US, offering a sustainable and repairable smartphone alternative to major brands. It features 11 swappable parts, including a replaceable battery for $40. This launch challenges Apple and Samsung's business models, which have faced criticism for high repair costs and planned obsolescence. The Fairphone 6+ aims to provide consumers with a more eco-friendly and cost-effective option.

    Why it matters

    The smartphone industry has faced growing scrutiny over electronic waste and the environmental impact of frequent device replacements. Many consumers are seeking more sustainable options, and the Fairphone 6+ is positioned to capitalize on this trend. The device's modular design and repairability features set it apart from competitors.

    What is confirmed

    • The Fairphone 6+ is priced at $649.
    • The Fairphone 6+ has 11 swappable parts.
    • A replacement battery for the Fairphone 6+ costs $40.
    • The Fairphone 6+ is designed to be repairable and sustainable.

    What to watch next

    • Consumer adoption and sales figures of the Fairphone 6+
    • Responses from Apple and Samsung regarding their repair policies and sustainable practices
    • Future updates or expansions to the Fairphone product line
    Sources used for this update (6)
    1. wired.com — Exclusive: You Can Finally Buy a Fairphone—a Sustainable, Repairable Smartphone—in the US
    2. CNET — Fairphone’s Repairable Smartphones Debut in the US With the 6 Plus
    3. thestreet.com — A $650 smartphone takes aim at Apple and Samsung’s surging repair costs
    4. New Atlas — USA finally gets the modular smartphone owners can repair themselves
    5. It's FOSS — Murena Just Made The Fairphone (Gen. 6) Better!
    6. www.zdnet.com — The $649 Fairphone 6+ is the Goldilocks of Android phones - and it's available in the US now
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