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Fairphone 6+ launches in US, priced at $649

Dutch company Fairphone has launched its latest repairable smartphone, the Fairphone 6+, in the US, starting at $649.

  • The Fairphone 6+ is available in the US for $649.
  • It features 12 replaceable parts, including the battery, cameras, and display.
  • Fairphone offers five years of warranty and software support until 2033.

Fairphone, a Dutch company known for its sustainable and repair-friendly phones, announced on Tuesday that its latest smartphone, the Fairphone 6+, is now available in the US. The device is priced at $649.

This marks the first time US consumers can directly purchase Fairphone's unmodified devices. The Fairphone 6+ will support T-Mobile and AT&T networks at launch.

The Fairphone 6+ is a mid-range Android phone, featuring a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 processor, 12GB of RAM, and a 4,415 mAh battery with 30W fast-charging. It has a 6.31 LTPO OLED display with an adaptive refresh rate of up to 120Hz.

A key selling point for the Fairphone 6+ is its 12 replaceable parts, which include the battery, cameras, USB-C port, and display. These components can be swapped out using a single screwdriver. Fairphone CEO Raymond van Eck stated, “We’re delivering a device built from the ground up to be opened, repaired, and kept alive for many years.” The company provides five years of warranty and software support until 2033.

What this means for you: Consumers in the US can now purchase the Fairphone 6+ directly, offering a repairable smartphone option with long-term support.

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