For all those who care about the planet, Dutch Fairphone has been offering an eco -responsible smartphone for years. It is also distinguished by its modular conception, which prolongs its life by facilitating repairs. With this sixth generation, the manufacturer lifts the veil on a smartphone finally with all modern features.
Here is the Fairphonea smartphone built ethically and choosing lasting and responsible materials when possible. It is manufactured by a Dutch company of the same name. There constructionconstruction is not European, since it would be extremely difficult and expensive at present, but the devices are designed in Europe.
The sixth generation of Fairphone, called ” The Fairphone », At the imprint carbonecarbone The lowest of all the brand’s smartphones. It is built with renewable energiesrenewable energiesas well as more than 50 % recycled materials and obtained in a fair way. In addition, the manufacturer works with factories for more ethical conditions.
The Fairphone Also distinguished from competition thanks to its modular design. It is divided into 12 modules, easy to disassemble and change by its users. This includes the battery, the screen and even the different modules of the camera. No need to change the device when an element is broken, or to pay expensive repair, thus extending its durationduration of life.
Presentation of the new Fairphone 6. © Fairphone
A 120 Hz screen and a Snapdragon processor
Fairphone does not only focus on its commitment to sell your smartphone and offers a device capable of competing with its competitors, much more even than the Fairphone 5 released in 2023. The Fairphoneor the Fairphone 6has a 6.31 inch OLED screen (1,116 x 2,484 pixels) with a refresh rate 120 HzHz variable. This one hides a Snapdragon 7S Gen 3 processor, accompanied by 8 GB of RAMRAM and 256 GB of storage, expandable with a microSD card.
On the photo side, it has a 50 megapixel main module, a 13 megapixel angle, a sensorsensor depth and a frontal camera of 32 megapixels. He joined a battery of 4,415 mAh with a quick charge of 30 wattswatts (loaded 50 % in 25 minutes). The device is protected against dust and water projections (IP55) and is mil-810h certified for 1.5 meters drop tests.
A version without google
The Fairphone 6 has a small switch on the side, which reduces your smartphone to a ” dumb phone These mobiles with minimum features. The goal is to reduce digital fatigue and increase its concentration. This mode gives access to five applicationsapplications (that it is possible to choose) and avoids getting lost in distractions.
In addition to being a European company, Fairphone offers an option to reduce its dependence on American giants, by offering the choice of an Android without GoogleGoogle. The Fairphone exists with Android 15 standard, or with /E /OS, a AndroidAndroid “Dégooglisse” to protect your privacy. However, it will be necessary to count an additional 50 euros, but it is also possible to install it yourself. The manufacturer promises seven years of major Android updates, and eight years of follow -up softwaresoftware.
The replacement modules will be available for at least eight years, and the manufacturer also offers some accessories. It is notably possible to change the rear shell for a version incorporating a porteporte-Cart, a cord, or a ring for better grip.
Technical sheet
- Screen: 6.31 inch OLED (1,116 x 2,484 pixels) with a 120 Hz refreshment rate
- Processor: Qualcribting Snapdragon 7s Gen 3
- RAM: 8 GB
- Stockage : 256 Go, emplacement microSD
- Battery: 4,415 mAh with load 30 W
- Camera: big angle 50 Mp Sony Lytia 700c, Ultra Grand-Angle 13 Mp, Depth sensor, front sensor 32 mp
- Wireless: 5G5G, Wi-fiWi-fi 6e, BluetoothBluetooth 5.4, NFCNFC
- Operating systemOperating system: Android 15 or /and /OS
Prix
The Fairphone 6 is sold at 599 euros (or 649 euros for the version /E /OS). It is available in white (Cloud White), vert (Forest Green) or black (Horizon Black).
The grandparents of future
This sixth version of Fairphone is a real success compared to its predecessors, with a much more modern configuration. The Fairphone is however a little more expensive than other smartphones with a similar configuration, such as the Nothing Phone (3a)sold 349 euros. But this is a smartphone that you can easily repair yourself, which reduces its cost over time since you will keep it longer and avoid paying a repairer.
In addition, it is designed in a ethical and eco -responsible manner. It is therefore rather a good longer -term investment, provided you have the budget for the initial purchase.
