Fairphone 6 Promotes Sustainability with Easy Repairs

Fairphone is making waves in the smartphone market with its upcoming Fairphone 6, emphasizing sustainability and easy repairs. According to CNET, the Dutch company designs its products to be user-repairable and eco-friendly.

Fairphone is also launching its Fairbuds XL over-the-ear headphones, featuring 30 hours of battery life and active noise cancelation. Both devices utilize a modular design and incorporate recycled materials, aiming to reduce electronic waste.

While the Fairphone 6 does not have a set launch date in the US, the company’s chief commercial officer, Rutger Sneep, indicated that they are working hard to prepare for a release soon. Notably, an alternative version of the Fairphone 6 is already available in the US under the branding Murena Fairphone, which runs on a de-Google operating system called /e/OS.

Sneep emphasizes that the core appeal of the Fairphone lies in its focus on repairability and sustainability, which aligns with a growing consumer interest in the right to repair. Right-to-repair laws are gaining traction across the United States, with initiatives aimed at empowering consumers to fix their devices rather than replacing them.

CNET senior editor Mike Sorrentino notes that Fairphone's sustainability message resonates particularly well with consumers wary of economic uncertainties. The Fairphone 6 is designed to last eight years or more, and users can easily replace essential components like the battery, cameras, and speakers. iFixit has awarded the Fairphone 6 a perfect repairability score of 10 out of 10, underscoring the product's commitment to longevity.

The company's business model appears successful in Europe, with reported revenue growth of 61% year over year in the third quarter of 2025, alongside a 41% increase in sales of spare parts. This trend highlights a significant shift towards sustainable technology in the smartphone industry, appealing to environmentally conscious consumers.