Key facts
- Fairphone's latest smartphone, the Fairphone (Gen 6+), is now available in the U.S.
- The phone starts at $649 and supports T-Mobile and AT&T.
- This is the first time U.S. consumers can buy Fairphone's devices directly without modifications.
- The Fairphone 6+ features 12 user-replaceable parts, including the battery, cameras, and display.
- The company provides a five-year warranty and software support until 2033.
Fairphone, a company recognized for its commitment to sustainability and device repairability, has officially launched its latest smartphone, the Fairphone (Gen 6+), in the United States. This marks a significant expansion for the Dutch firm, allowing U.S. consumers to purchase its phones directly for the first time without prior modifications or partnerships. The Fairphone 6+ is priced starting at $649 and will operate on T-Mobile and AT&T networks.
The Fairphone 6+ is positioned as a mid-range Android device, featuring Qualcomm's Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 processor, 12GB of RAM, and a 4,415 mAh battery with 30W fast-charging support. It boasts a 6.31-inch LTPO OLED display with an adaptive refresh rate up to 120Hz. For photography, it includes a 50-megapixel main sensor and a 13-megapixel ultrawide sensor, with a 32-megapixel front-facing camera.
The primary appeal of the Fairphone 6+ lies in its design for longevity and repairability, with 12 easily replaceable components such as the battery, cameras, and USB-C port, which can be swapped using a single screwdriver. Fairphone backs this with a five-year warranty and promises software support until 2033. The company also emphasizes its sustainable manufacturing process, stating each Fairphone 6+ has a carbon footprint of 30 kg of CO2e.
The device is available in Forest Green, Horizon Black, and Cobalt Blue color options, with additional accessories like a finger loop and card holder also offered.