Anyone fed up with paying extortionate bills to fix their smartphone might want to check out the latest release from ethical tech firm, Fairphone.The Gen 6+ model not only gets a bold new look, a 6.31-inch screen and a powerful Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 processor inside, but also features a design with 12 easily replaceable parts.Tech news, reviews and latest gadgets plus selected offers and competitions Subscribe Invalid emailWe use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you.This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding.
You can unsubscribe at any time.Read our Privacy Policy Facebook DOWN: Social network NOT WORKING after massive web and app outage Amazon launches rare Apple sale with prices starting from £59 This means when things go wrong, the phone can be fixed at home rather than being sent to a pricey repair shop.Things that can be DIY replaced include the battery, display, main camera, USB-C port and SIM tray.This concept not only reduces the cost for the user but also increases the device's longevity.Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTOther hardware features include fast charging, an IP55 water resistance rating, durable Gorilla Glass and a customizable side switch button for quick access to favourite features.
It comes in three colours, including Cobalt Blue and Forest Green.Want to know more? Read our full Fairphone 6 reviewIt's not just the device itself that offers something different.Fairphone also says there’s a strong focus on privacy.The Gen 6+ runs Google’s Android through the Murena /e/OS operating system, which is designed not to collect user data.
Its Advanced Privacy tools also give owners greater control over the information third-party apps can access.Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT“Together, Murena and Fairphone are offering the everyday consumer something they haven’t had in the smartphone market in the past – freedom of choice,” says Gaël Duval, founder and CEO of Murena.Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT"With devices like Fairphone (Gen.
6+) with /e/OS, users can have a truly ethical device both in terms of hardware and software.When I developed Mandriva Linux back in the 90s, it was my mission to make the operating system usable for the everyday, non-techie user.This is my goal with Murena – to give the average user access to smartphones that do not hold their privacy to ransom.”Sold on Murena’s website, the new Fairphone (Gen.
6+) with Murena’s /e/OS costs £599, USA $699.
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