The company previously bypassed direct US sales, forcing enthusiasts to purchase through Murena, a provider of privacy-focused, de-Googled software. That arrangement carried a hefty premium, with the standard Fairphone 6 retailing for $899. By moving to direct distribution via its own website and Amazon, Fairphone now provides an unlocked device compatible with T-Mobile and AT&T networks at a price point consistent with its European launch of €649.
Fairphone Expands Direct Sales to US Market with 6 Plus
After years of relying on third-party partnerships, Fairphone has officially launched its modular hardware directly to American consumers. The Fairphone 6 Plus arrives stateside at $649.99, marking a sharp price correction from previous iterations and offering a standard Android experience alongside the company’s signature commitment to repairability.
Hardware improvements in the 6 Plus remain modest. The device features Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset and 12GB of RAM, a notable upgrade for multitasking. Beyond the internal silicon, the phone retains the architecture of its predecessor, including the 6.31-inch OLED display, dual-camera array, and 4,415mAh battery. By shedding the requirement for niche software and lowering the barrier to entry, Fairphone aims to position its repairable, sustainable hardware as a viable mainstream alternative in the competitive US smartphone landscape.
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