Fairphone is known for investing in sustainable cell phones, made with removable and easy-to-replace parts. Find out more!
In a world where cell phones are increasingly disposable, we know that devices don't last that long and we're already looking for a new smartphone to buy. With this in mind and looking for a cell phone that will last longer, the Dutch brand Fairphone will launch a sustainable cell phone that will last for ten years, standing out as the cell phone with the longest lifespan to date.
The model will have five Android updates and up to 10 years of security updates. In addition, it is manufactured with easily removable parts, making it even more sustainable, since the user can replace the parts, instead of changing the phone.
Find out all the details about the Fairphone 5 and discover its value!
Fairphone 5
The Fairphone 5, like other models from the brand, is sustainable and allows users to repair the device themselves, which is made with easily removable parts. It will have five updates starting from Android 13 and up to ten years of security updates.
It comes with a 6.46-inch OLED display and a 90Hz refresh rate. It is equipped with the processor Qualcomm's QCM 6490, which is equivalent to the Snapdragon 778G, and has 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of internal storage, which can be expanded with a memory card up to 2 TB.
The cell phone supports 5G, NFC, dual-band Wi-Fi 6E, dual-SIM and fingerprint reader, as well as IP55 certification and a 50 MP main camera. The model's front camera also has 50 MP, and like the rear cameras, it is capable of recording 4K videos. The model's battery has 4,200 mAh, which can be recharged in 50% in 20 minutes, with the 30 W charger that comes with the device.
According to the manufacturer, the battery It supports approximately one thousand recharge cycles, more or less three years, starting to present problems after this period. If necessary, the user can easily replace it, since the back cover and battery are removable and easy to replace.
The cell phone has a simple design, being made with aluminum, nickel, tin, zinc and recycled plastic parts.
In addition to its sustainable aspect, the model also stands out for its longevity. It is possible to use the device with the latest version of Android for at least 5 years. With some brands, this is not possible. Motorola updates the system of its devices every year. Samsung updates its smartphones for four years, and Apple promises five years of updates to its operating system.
Technical sheet
- Screen: 6.46-inch OLED with 90Hz rate;
- Processor: Qualcomm QCM6490;
- RAM: 8 GB;
- Internal storage: 256 GB;
- Front camera: 50 MP;
- Rear cameras: 50 MP main + 50 MP ultrawide lens;
- Connection: 5G, fingerprint reader, dual-band Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, dual-SIM and IP55 certification;
- Battery: 4,200 mAh with 30W charging;
- Android 13;
- Dimensions: 162mm x 75.5mm x 10.5mm.
Launch
The model will be launched in September in Europe and will cost 699 euros, around R$1,727.44, in direct conversion and without taxes. There is still no forecast for the model to arrive in Brazil.
