Fairphone has unveiled its latest flagship, the Fairphone Gen 6+, priced at €649. It’s not just another premium phone — it’s the most repairable smartphone on the market with a perfect 10/10 iFixit score, a five-year warranty, and software support guaranteed until 2032. Here’s what makes it stand out.
Specs at a Glance
| Component | Fairphone Gen 6+ |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.31″ AMOLED, 120Hz adaptive, up to 1,400 nits |
| Processor | Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 |
| RAM | 12GB LPDDR5 |
| Storage | 256GB UFS 3.1 + microSD up to 2TB |
| Battery | 4,415mAh — user-removable |
| Main Camera | 50MP Sony LYTIA, OIS, 4K video |
| Ultra-wide | 13MP |
| Front Camera | 32MP |
| OS | Android 16 — 6 major updates until 2032 |
| Durability | IP55 + military-grade drop testing |
| Price | €649 |
The Big Deal: Fix It Yourself
Fairphone’s headline achievement has always been repairability, and the Gen 6+ takes it further. The phone carries a perfect 10/10 iFixit repairability score — the highest any smartphone has ever received. There are 12 user-replaceable modules, all accessible with a standard T5 screwdriver. No glue, no special tools.
What’s more, spare parts are guaranteed to be available until 2033. Compare that to most brands which stop supplying parts within 2–3 years of launch.
The real-world cost difference is stark:
- Battery replacement: €39.95 on Fairphone vs ~€85 industry average
- Display replacement: €89.95 on Fairphone vs ~€280 industry average
Paired with a five-year warranty, the Gen 6+ is designed to be a phone you keep — and afford to maintain.
What’s New Over Gen 6?
The Gen 6+ is an upgrade over the standard Gen 6 in three key areas:
- Processor: Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 (up from Gen 3) — noticeably faster day-to-day
- RAM: 12GB (up from 8GB) — better multitasking and future-proofing
- Colour: Exclusive Cobalt Blue finish not available on Gen 6
The price premium is €50 over the Gen 6, which is modest for the spec bump.
6 Years of Android Updates
The Gen 6+ ships with Android 16 and Fairphone promises six major OS updates — taking the device to Android 22 and software support through 2032. That’s unmatched in the Android world. Most flagships from Samsung and Google offer 4–7 years; Fairphone is now in that league while also being cheaper to repair and more ethically sourced.
It also ships with Google Gemini AI integration and a “Moments” mindful mode that limits app distractions — a thoughtful addition for users who want to be more intentional with their screen time.
Sustainability by the Numbers
Fairphone has always led on ethical manufacturing, and the Gen 6+ continues that commitment:
- 51% fair or recycled materials by weight
- 100% e-waste neutral
- Estimated carbon footprint of just ~29.3kg CO₂ over its lifecycle
- Fairtrade gold used in production
- 2,083 tonnes of CO₂e avoided company-wide in 2025
Availability
The Fairphone Gen 6+ ships to most European countries and US states (excluding Alaska and Hawaii) at €649. It is not yet available in India.
Verdict
If you’ve ever been frustrated paying ₹15,000+ for a screen repair or watching a 2-year-old phone become a software orphan, the Fairphone Gen 6+ makes a powerful argument. It won’t win benchmark wars, but it offers something no other phone does: the genuine promise that you can keep it working for a decade without breaking the bank or the planet.
For European buyers, it’s one of the most compelling mid-to-premium purchases of the year.
Source: Fairphone.com
