Fairphone's latest repairable phone is finally available in the US for $650

Fairphone sells components like the USB port and screen, all swappable with a single torx driver.

The top 3

  1. Top 3 Phone Brands for Repairability Scores: Excluding Fairphone's perfect 10/10, the Google Pixel 9 series and iPhone 15/16 series both achieved a commendable 7/10 repairability score from iFixit, indicating significant design improvements for easier repairs.
  2. Leading Countries with Strong 'Right to Repair' Laws: The European Union has a comprehensive 'Right to Repair' directive, effective July 31, 2026, requiring manufacturers to repair goods and provide parts for smartphones; France pioneered a mandatory 1-10 repairability index; and Canada enacted a national right-to-repair law on November 7, 2024.
  3. Top 3 Sustainable Tech Innovations Beyond Smartphones: The Framework Laptop leads with its modular, upgradable design and use of recycled materials, while COMPAL Electronics received an award for its fully modular laptop platform, and Acer's Aspire Vero series features extensive post-consumer recycled plastic and easy repairability.

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