Is The Fairphone Legit? (Fairphone 3 Plus Review)

Fairphone is the leader in modular cellphone technology, something that very few other companies have managed to do successfully, but is it worth buying?
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[@LeahandLevi]

Forgot to mention that they are a registered B-Corporation too! There’s a lot of stuff that I could have mentioned but hopefully this is a good start to get you interested in this company! Thanks for making this happen team!

[@schmuelinsky]

Nice video! But in my view, it would have been important to mention some other modular phone manufacturers. I guess Fairphone is the most well-known and affordable one (because they've gotten pretty big). But others like Shift and Purism deserve some exposition, I think. Some of the disadvantages that make modular phones unattractive to many people are 1. the lack of choice between models and 2. the outdated hardware. The newest ShiftPhones (6m and 6mq) and the Purism Librem 5 seem to have more state-of-the-art hardware. But they're disproportionally more expensive because they produce very little quantities.

[@LeahandLevi]

@@schmuelinsky Honestly I didn't even know that they existed. I also had to limit the amount that I talked about in the video because I recognize that most people on my channel aren't that interested in tech so I chose to keep it broad... but you're definitely right!

[@muzic12freakzz]

I heard the customer service isn't great, is that true? Also, how often do they push software updates? Why don't they run vanilla android?

[@chrisallen241]

@Gareth Hall de-googled sounds good. I really appreciate simplicity. I think tech giants make smartphones far to complicated, lots of tech talk many don't understand. "Latest" this and that, much never used on my smartphone or netbook but comes already installed. I don't need it. Good luck Fairphone. (An honest company for a change).

[@j_bel]

@@muzic12freakzz I had a question once about the back cover of my FP2, Customer service helped me quickly and good. There is a community of users also that help eachother (see the website of FP), so almost always someone can help you along. And since repairing can be done by anyone, you probably don't need them very much :-) Don't know why they don't run Vanilla, go check on their site, you can ask and experience for yourself if they can answer your questions. Software updates are regular and go on for a long time, I had a complete update for my FairPhone2 more than two years after I bought it. That update made it a lot quicker again.

[@dontmindme8709]

I go by what Fairphone themselves have stated (at least a few years back): That if you have a good working phone, then use that instead of buying a new one. If I ever need to upgrade, then the Fairphone is a great option, but until then I'll get as much life out of my current phone as possible.

[@LeahandLevi]

Yes! I love this!

[@OurChangingClimate]

Literally writing a script about Fairphone right now!

[@williamnjau3987]

Literally watching this video after watching your Fairphone video

[@Degofhas]

I'm looking forward to see that video!

[@Degofhas]

@Daffa Mutaqin Tetaputra Yeah, I realised after I commented😅

[@quel9039]

Last year my phone died and I had to decide between getting a another one secondhand or investing in a Fairphone 3+ (I live in Portugal, for context). And I decided to support this brand that's actually paving the way towards a more sustainable tech industry! I've had it since October 2020 and honestly it's great for my everyday use. I also work in a B Corp and my boss was inspired by me using it, and also decided to get one for herself. Everyone is very curious when they look a my phone because they don't recogniz the brand, and that has been a good turning point to discuss sustainability with my friends and family and raise awareness. Thank you for including them in your channel Levi, and thank you Fairphone for all that you are doing! It truly feels like change is in our hands.

[@KevinTheVegan]

For the time being, buying a second hand phone/refurbished phone is probably the most cost effective, ethical way to get a good quality phone. That being said, supporting the fair phone is necessary to spark future development in the company and market in order to create better products. It's a bit like supporting Tesla to kickstart the development of battery and electric car technology.

[@LeahandLevi]

Yeah I agree. If you're in the position to do so, and you don't mind a slightly less up to date aesthetic then the fairphone is the way to go. I've purchased all my phones second hand so far. 👍🏻

[@a.z.fellco.1704]

@@LeahandLevi Could you do a video (or a series of videos) about buying technology (and other stuff) second hand,

[@maxarendorff6521]

You can't replace the battery on a used phone, which is the first thing that dies usually. You can on a fairphone.

[@sileigh1]

I love the quality of my Samsung but I was so upset when we could no longer remove the battery from our phones. I found my phone lasted years longer by being able to replace the battery and troubleshoot issues myself. I can't wait till Fairphone comes to Canada!

[@Shelbizleee]

This is v helpful Levi! I am bummed Fairphone isn't in the US (yet?) but I just found out about another phone that does focus on repairability and is only $200 (called Teracube)! But it uses Android's OS too which so far has not been fun for me in my testing LOL

[@LeahandLevi]

Woah that's kinda awesome! I've never heard of them before. I think Android pushes some IOS users away but it's really not that difficult to make that switch. Thanks for the comment!

[@adrnjgr]

Having used both iOS and Android, the major difference I could find was the ecosystem. And even that is debatable. You can easily replace FaceTime and iMessage with WhatsApp/FB Messenger/Signal/Google Duo and so on. And, like the video mentioned, I'm sure a lot of people use Google software on their iPhones anyway. Furthermore, even in terms of UI they are more and more closer to eachother, so there's not a steep learning curve. The one thing that you can't change is the 'feeling' of having an iPhone over an Android.

[@erikmnelson77]

@@adrnjgr As a tech person professionally, I see it differently- there is a significant advantage in IOS to people that don't WANT google software- for the "not wanting advertising and location tracking" etc angle. Android phones, even just sitting there, do verifiably send a LOT more data "back home" than apple devices do. I am one of those users, there is no google software on my iphone for just this reason. (Yes I am on youtube, yes I see the irony here, no it's not on my phone) Additionally, Apple is quite unique in just how long they update their phones- old android can be unsafe to use, simply because the company stopped making security updates (especially samsung), and in many cases it is impossible to find anyone able or willing to do it for free (the community keeps a lot of older samsung, motorola, etc devices updated, but it takes a technical user to seek that out. Unpopular models can just go completely unsupported) - apple just does it out of standard practice, so a 2016 iphone is much safer to use than the average 2016 android today. However, fairphone will certainly keep security updates coming out a LOT longer for their old versions than other android phone companies! If I could get a fair-phone with NO google (google-free android is a thing, but not very popular, se /e/os, etc) in the US (working with the radio bands needed) I would strongly consider it. Until then, Iphones are probably the best bet, as even though apple doesn't WANT them to be continually repaired, and actively makes it harder, it is still possible due to their security update commitments, and their popularity so parts are available. (My dream is a fairphone with linux, but linux is NOT ready to be a phone os for the general population- yet. See the pinephone)

[@adrnjgr]

@@erikmnelson77 Ha, Fairphone with Linux, now that would be something. I get the point on 'no Google' although I don't necessarily trust Apple by default, just because it's not Google, they have their share of sketchy things, you've mentioned a few. When it comes to support, yeah, it's hard to beat them, they're really good at that. Fairphone is doing a pretty good job at providing updates, although it's not entirely up to them ( And Fairphone with /e is a great option, although not mainstream ), Samsung is now offering 4 years of security updates, Google Pixel will, hopefully, up their 3+ year support, plus they do have the Titan M chip for security purposes (good luck hacking that). Me, I'm curious to see where Fairphone is going in terms of software (not sure where Project Treble sits here) and hardware - as the video points out, if this isn't good enough, consumer adoption won't be great.

[@avacurtis2729]

I would love to see a video on that phone on your channel

[@tychobotter]

After all these years, The Netherlands still finds it's way into Levi's video's. Love it. Groetjes

[@musicalkid14852]

I was actually kind of impressed by the side by side....I think if I need a new phone, I'm going to go fairphone.

[@josiescott-fleming7725]

I've got one and would definitely recommend! It's super nice to use and absolutely meets the same standards as my previous phone. My only issue is the lack of available cases but without the awful glass back it's not pure necessity so it's fine

[@Lord_Mad_Dog]

I really want a fairphone. The only thing is that their us band acceptance is terrible. But if you're in the uk, I definitely recommend getting one

[@erikmnelson77]

This. A fairphone with a US/North America compatible radio setup would be amazing! A phone without cellular connections seems... wasteful.

[@LeahandLevi]

Yeah? It's kind of hard to know what they'll be like here without trying but sadly we won't know until they cross the water. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@tallie0713]

Being Canadian in a nutshell. "Ohh this is cool!" -- "Ahhh nuts, not available in Canada..."

[@rahel549549]

Watching this on my Fairphone 3🥰🥰🥰

[@christafranken9170]

Watching this on my nearly four year old Fairphone 2. It still works nearly as new and I use it a lot. Only had to replace one part once.

[@TobiasDettinger]

How is it? What experience did you have so far?

[@kathrinmuth5735]

Also watching it on my Fairphone 3. Love it

[@jaredtatz3931]

I've been waiting for this video. Very excited!!!

[@b_warsame]

Me to bro

[@miyounova]

I've been looking at buying this phone for years. I haven't because I haven't bought a new phone in 8 years (and several years before that). My current phone is my partner's old phone, which I plan on using for a few more years, even though the screen is damaged. I unfortunately can't support you on patreon, as I don't have the means, but I love your content and appreciate your work and your time, thank you Levi :)

[@sebastianosterbrink9006]

As a comment about the video quality: This was the fairphone 3+ which has a slightly better camera than the 10% cheaper 3. But you can replace the camera module and go from 3 to 3+ as a friend of mine did. I still have the plain 3 and for simple photos that's good enough. But it is possible that at some point in the future they will release another camera module update to buy for people who have higher expectations. And you can replace the camera module by yourself with only the little screwdriver that is provided with the phone.

[@philipp3001]

That phone is probably what we need but companies add so much into the news phone and make us believe we need all that but in reality we only use phone to watch KZbin and scroll on Instagram.

[@eliangel94]

a phone that is reliable and repairable! so far away from the industry standards, especially the repair bit 😀

[@VicvicW]

I upgraded to a Fairphone 3 last year. And here is how I find them: Pros: -modularity, obviously. It's nice to know that if I wanted to upgrade my camera I could, without buying a new phone. -Screen. The screen is actually pretty good, with one issue. -durability. This phone is like a TANK. Mine came with a plastic bumper, and there is nothing that could break it lol. -The fingerprint sensor is pretty good. -2 sim slots! This is kinda rare on western phones, nice to have. -expandable memory -obviously the social concerns. Cons: - I find the buttons too easy to click, so it's easy to accidentally click them. -I have been having charging issues. The charging cable I bought from them kinda stopped working, so I ended up having to buy a new one. It's a shame. (The "Charging Slowly Issue" is a decently common one amongst Fairphone users.) -The OS is a little unstable? There's a weird thing with the power button and camera that can freeze the screen when you open the phone? Weird but not bad. -i have also been having phonecall issues recently where I cannot hear or be heard by someone I am phoning. I've found some fixes, but I don't think this should happen. -My screen used to be really unresponsive? I am using the blue light screen protector. It's not an issue anymore, but it was slightly annoying when it was. That said, literally just the modularity and social concerns are enough for me to reccomend the phone.

[@stuartwgermain]

I have been looking forward to this one! Another interesting video Levi. The repairability part is so important for electronics and most other products.

[@LeahandLevi]

Thanks Stuart! Glad you enjoyed it, I felt kinda cool getting to test out a cool piece of tech!

[@sophiafern]

I've been interested in the fairphone since their first one came out but they were never available in Canada! I'm excited to see a fellow islander holding one, so once my current phone bites the dust I'll definitely opt for this one!

[@houghwhite411]

@@Fairphone I hope your vision could grow around the world soon. My 4 years phone is getting obsoleted soon

[@TheRedmondEthan]

I know you make a lot of content with your phone but I feel like with you being a content creator in this space, leading by example would probably be the best way of really showing your support for the product. Like I've purchased (and not purchased) many products off your recommendation and use. Idk, I guess you could try doing a short run with it on your ig and TikTok and see how it goes? Great video though! learned a lot more about Fairphone then I was expecting.

[@rovingwaves1199]

Electronic anorexia, so true... Really liked how you went about reviewing this Levi, it's approachable with the right amount of information, comparing it to the iPhone, interviewing Bas Van Abel, and being 100% honest as always. Favourite video of 2021 from you!

[@macberry4048]

I really want to see the return of the old school Nokia but as a smartphone with great battery life and a affordable price. Also indestructible

[@MrMaxbout]

i literally bought a fairphone a week ago 😂

[@slimyfeet8696]

How is it?

[@MrMaxbout]

@@slimyfeet8696 i really like it , it's like any other android phone and I'm happy to actually find back a design that doesn't fucking slip out of my hands. So you could say I'm happy with my purchase ☺️

[@TobiasDettinger]

@@MrMaxbout have you found any cons? My current phone is dead and i have to buy a new one and i want a fair phone. Is the battery good? Are there any casees for it expect of the official (40$) ones?

[@MrMaxbout]

@@TobiasDettinger battery life is great, I am not an avid user of phones, I don't play games or anything 🤷 the only crazy thing I do with it is to watch tiktoks.... For me it has been great, it's like any other android phone. Maybe the camera is not the greatest, but I don't use it very often, more like never. The only problem would be the microphone 🤔 some of my friends told me they have a hard time hearing me on the phone but it still needs some investigation ☺️ Overall, I recommend it! it's not a flagship phone, it complete my needs and I don't have any problems with it ☺️

[@TobiasDettinger]

@@MrMaxbout Hmm seems like they dont fixed it. The problem with the mic is since 2018, i read reviews on the Fair Phone 3 from 2018. They had the same issue. I think Fair Pone should adress this quickly. Nice, thank you very much :)

[@cakemnstr42]

There's a bit of an irony here as they're relying on the big players to drive technology forward and make it accessible through mass production to make their phone. So from what I got from the video, their business model would be unfeasible of not for the Apples and Samsungs of the world. That doesn't diminish what they're trying to do, especially as all new fancy stuff is still based on the same basic materials (rare earth metals, Aluminium, glas etc.). So hopefully they'll help the big brands to make the transition more ethically sources materials and more repairable phones once they're pressured to do so, be it by government regulation or public opinion. I'm incredibly annoyed every time Apple talks about how f****ng sustainable their are with their Aluminium and no more charging bricks (while including a cable that does NOT work with the old charging bricks everybody has as it's USB C to Lightning, not USB A 🤦‍♂️) while using a non-standard port on their phones (not so fun fact: they actively prevented EU legislation aimed at standardizing phone ports), having pioneered the non-replaceable battery and the missing headphone jack and being the king of presenting their incremental yearly updates as something everybody needs to get NOW. The hypocrisy just pisses me of. Not that they're the only ones doing that but they do lay it on especially thick when it comes to how sustainable they are. And there's is that "when apple does it, we can get away with it too" effect.

[@WouldntULikeToKnow.]

Sounds like Fairphone will be my next phone, in a few years when this one is on its deathbed, if course. By then Fairphone should be even better!

[@Lumcoin]

GCam port for pictures and Open Camera for videos make a huge positive difference in quality compared to the stock camera app

[@annaeeee7516]

I think another mid-range phone would have been a good comparison to Fairphone in this video. I'm not bashing, but for those looking into getting a new pogne, I would consider it compared to another mid-range phone. Most mid-range phone do not compare to a high-end iPhone, so don't knock the Fairphone just yet. Think you for bringing awareness to this new way of thinking about our phones!

[@LeahandLevi]

Yes very true! The iPhone 8 is close or less than what mid-tier phones are like today so that’s why I made that comparison.

[@tinamtani]

I guess my main takeaway is that if you are on the market for a new phone then it's definitely worth checking out. But I, like many people here, use their tech until it's dead and then some. The laptop I'm currently typing on is 7 years old. This is a company with values that align with many of our desires for ethical tech, so it's definitely something to check out once you're on the market for a new phone. Can't wait to see how they're doing when I'm looking for a new phone in maybe 4 or 5 years!

[@victoriazwergmaus9813]

Mac 12 years still runing, just not the battery. 😂

[@helencrosby3842]

I'm in the UK and I've known about Fairphone for a long time. Both my dad and I had Fairphone 2s. I love the idea and the company and wanted to stick with them BUT... there were so many glitches with the Fariphone 2 software and they both eventually died within months of each other. They did last for 4+ years though and we were able to replace the battery as well as the other medules that malfunctioned. For someone who is tevch savvy, they are great as there is so much you can do yourself. However, my Dad (70+ yrs) struggled to get on with it and I ended up being his 'tech support' and I'm not that great at it! The forums were helpful but I just wanted a simple phone that I could rely on. When it broke, I couldn't bring myself to spend £500 on a phone that was going to frustrate me, even though I really wanted to support the company. Maybe in the 3+ a lot of these early glitches have been ironed out. A wise man (aka my husband) commented that I couldn't really compare the Fairphone and Iphone as Apple has had many more years to refine their product, so where the Fairphone is now is like the Iphone maybe was 10 years ago. I'm investing in a company that is innovating change and can't expect perfection. Just my perspective on having owned one and used it for a few years. Thanks ofr highlighting them - they are changemakers.

[@LeahandLevi]

I love this personal story! Thanks so much for sharing your experience because as much as my opinion counts, your experience is far more indicative of what it’s actually like to own one!

[@helencrosby3842]

@@LeahandLevi Thank you. I don't want to discuade people from buying one, just be aware of the potential pitfalls. I now have a Nokia as that was rated next best as a company by the Ethical Consumer Magazine. (I don't know if you have that the other side of the pond.)

[@lenaz3326]

Watching the video on my Fairphone 3+ . 👍Before I bought the Fairphone 3+, I already owned the Fairphone 2 for nearly 6 years. So far I am really lucky how Fairphone approved the the new module.

[@LeahandLevi]

That's very cool to hear! I appreciate you sharing your experience!

[@amylouise7289]

Levi: I had to replace my aging iPhone 8+ Me: watching this video on my iPhone 7 😅

[@a.z.fellco.1704]

*high fives*

[@kevinandmerrandaalbert2026]

I'm on my six year old original iPhone SE

[@mitderplatte]

🙏🏼 watching on my iPhone 6

[@cricketsi11]

I nearly bought this for my wife, and ended up getting a Google Pixel 4a. In the end, the compromises of speed, larger height/width, camera quality and higher cost of the Fairphone tipped me away from it. Hopefully soon it won't be a case of choosing between principles and functionality.

[@lucydonnelly1515]

Insightful as always! And special interviews is definitely a kind of perk that would make me contribute to Patreon :) Maybe one day!

[@prtsp7843]

I have had the new fairphone for 6 months, it's really good. I really enjoy it and it's aweome that it isn't bugged or anything. Also for the camera thingy, you can buy the newest gopro and the newest fairphone and still have more money left than when you would buy an iphone (+both would outlast an iphone) ...

[@sarahwollesen1990]

I'm really glad you made this video! I've always been a Galaxy user but this may convert me!

[@LeahandLevi]

Awesome! Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@edd9581]

Next video you should talk about the framework laptop. Which is similar approach to the fairphone but on laptops 💻

[@LeahandLevi]

Never heard of it before! Thanks for the comment!

[@TheAlexMcGee]

I look forward to listening to the full interview after this. For the iOS argument I personally care the most about privacy and security when it comes to why i prefer iOS over Android. There are positives and negatives on both sides and I understand that.

[@khalled2419]

Was surprised at how well it stacks up against other phones, tho that video quality needs a buff

[@jaypaans3471]

Great job! Good that you actually got in touch with Bas. In stead of just judging based on specs.

[@AnneliesVeldman]

I think your review of the camera was very generous to the Fairphone. I think this phone, from your review of it, would be great for the person who just wants to take photos and just have a basic smart phone. I understand Boss's explanation of switching from iOS to Android, and how it is much better these days, but I don't think it's just Android that is keeping people away, and doesn't seem to be the thing keeping you away. The Google Pixel 4A is a great phone, 50 dollars cheaper than the Fairphone, and is higher quality in the camera dept. When people spend their money, and are looking for a budget phone, they want they best they can get for their money, unfortunately not the best they can get for the environment, for their money. From your review of the phone, I think I would agree with you saying the Fairphone could be the solution for more people... in a couple of years. (this is all from my little tech reviewers perspective)

[@cristinam.1764]

I didn't even know they existed, thank you! I need to buy a new phone and I think this could be the one I get for me, awesome!

[@gillianlabelle690]

Definitely going to look into this when I'm going to purchase my next phone or look to something with a similar philosophy.

[@WOJ813]

Me too :)

[@fromelswhere3883]

The most important thing for this one when it comes to a cell phone is privacy and security

[@kelbyyoungberg6343]

Loved this video just thought about upgrading from my iPhone 5s do you know when they will be available in the US?

[@hederahelix4600]

I would have liked to see some mention of the Fairphone 4 and when it will be released. Shame this wasn't asked. Other than that - thanks for making people aware of it. It deserves all the attention.

[@isitsustainable]

I switched to Android many years ago (to Samsung Galaxy models) and i don't miss iOS at all. Being able to use SD card is just a thick bonus that makes me stick with non-apple phones. Fairphone seems interesting but i agree with some of other comments that video/image is not there yet. Samsung s10 for instance at some point had better video quality than iphone. Plus all that video stabilisation and wide angle spring etc it's one tool i use for vlogging that delivers pretty good results. So not ready for fair phone yet (i know excuses excuses). But i guess by the time i still be needing a new phone fairphone will improve a lot, so i am excited to look into sustainble phones when i need a new one :-). Thank you for the video, loved it!

[@LeahandLevi]

Thanks for leaving a comment! Glad you liked it!

[@handlemonium]

Thoughts on Shift Phone (a Fairphone alternative based in Germany)? I'm not sure that Shift has gone to as great lengths as Fairphone to make their supply chain as ethical and sustainable, but they're models are also very modular and repair-oriented.

[@JonRonnenberg]

If you want a better camera wouldn't you upgrade the camera independently of the rest of the phone, year after year, since that is what you can do with a Fairphone. What would the price tag be to own a Fairphone compared to an iPhone in this scenario?

[@rebeccaalbrecht771]

Hey! I live in Utrecht, the Netherlands. I bought a new Iphone 5 when I moved here from the US nearly four years ago, and now need to get a new phone. I'm excited to learn about the Fairphone. I like a thick phone by the way.

[@catherinedesrochers]

The fairphone 4 seems to be working in Canada, which is a great news. And this model is the one that got me truly excited to get one, yay

[@justjoelee]

sir...SIR...I'm gonnna have to report you for 8:12

[@juanmanuelmarchioli]

Well... is an Appel fan boi... 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️

[@LeahandLevi]

Look, I never said I wasn't white ok? lol

[@WOJ813]

🤣

[@electrictactical]

I am not sure I would agree that the video and photo quality is that good and for me one of the most important parts of a phone for myself.

[@schmuelinsky]

I feel like few people know that there are other brands that produce modular and ethical smartphones: Shift and Purism for example both seem to have more state-of-the-art hardware. Fairphone is just the first and most well-known brand that specialized in this, I think

[@LeahandLevi]

The video yeah, definitely not the standard but for photos it's been solid (I've used it more since making this video)

[@janblaffert5043]

Here's a nice trick from the fairphone forum: you can sideload a mod of the Google pixel camera, which greatly improves photo and video quality and adds night mode. The 3+s hardware is up for the task. It's the standard camera app that lacks a little

[@electrictactical]

@@janblaffert5043 I have done the same for oneplus and notice it makes a huge difference, I wonder if the general public is willing to sideload applications?

[@janblaffert5043]

@@electrictacticalprobably not, since it seems sketchier than it actually is. I thinks it's mostly because people aren't aware of the option and Fairphone will definitely not advertise sideloading. Worth it though, I think

[@dreamer996]

Yay! My next phone! Thanks Levi!

[@maddielee7270]

I’ve been waiting for this!!

[@kulupona]

Im super hyped you made this video! Thank you

[@jenohogan9254]

I remember hearing about Fairphone a couple of years ago. I've been really hoping they come to Canada.

[@LeahandLevi]

One day maybe! 🙏🏼

[@TonyMacina]

I love my Fairphone 3, upgraded from the 2 after 3 years of owning it and I have the selfie camera upgrade ready to install, although it already takes better selfies than my partner's iPhone XR. Not a speed demon but fast enough, light, repairable and sustainable. Can't really go wrong.

[@adamwarner1240]

I have been using the fairphone 3 for 6 months now, very pleased! A few difficulties moving from IOS to android, although I suspect that was my problem rather than the phones...

[@catherinedesrochers]

On a similar topic, there is this laptop company that is fully repairable end modular which I am quite interested in. The company is called Framework and deserve some serious visibility. I am not quite sure that this one is as ethically sourced as the fairphone, but it is wayyyy better than most laptops on the market since the other ones are not as easy to repair or upgrade.

[@Eef3216]

Amazing that it is a Dutch Brand never heard of it so amazing. 😍 Also got crazy exited about another Dutch Company Yoghurt Barn that is B- Certoficied

[@pumpkinomom4446]

I've been waiting for this video for so long!! So happy it's here! I hesitated a lot about getting a fairphone. I didn't in the end, went for a second hand phone, the fairphone not fitting into my budget (I didn't even really want another phone, my old one was just really unusable...) but should I buy another phone in the (preferably far away) future, I might actually go for it!

[@belovedsummerdays]

When my iPhoneSE finally kicks the bucket I’m getting a fair phone 🥳 hopefully the new fair phone will be out by then

[@a.z.fellco.1704]

good on you for keeping it alive so long!

[@belovedsummerdays]

@@a.z.fellco.1704 it’s an actual miracle bc I drop it like 5 times a day 🥸

[@rosaliamiranda4808]

I think aesthetics are very important in a phone, and the user experience, that's why the giants sell, fairphone could become very appealing if they pad more attention on the software and the loo of the phone, the regular consumer won't drop their shiny aesthetically pleasing phone that has a lot of added functionality to make their life easier to get the more ethically concious option in my opinion.

[@BtStrange]

So they are always behind technologywise? If something has to become mainstream first, go down in price and then needs to be adapted...

[@ashleyballard9561]

LOVE THIS!! I can’t wait to see how much they expand over the next couple years.

[@finiaosterholz3154]

Very excited to watch the video!

[@LeahandLevi]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@TomBray-LowCarbonLifestyle]

Have thought a lot about Fairfone in the past, it does look great. Sad thing is I am probably addicted to iphone and all that comes with it..... Absolutely agree with your conclusion that I should own a fairfone... but ...... I can't finish that sentence

[@andydutton455]

Sounds cool, hope it comes here soon.

[@ruinedfall]

i can’t believe i just heard about this phone! love a bulkier photo because it has some weight to it

[@lcarroll429]

This would be a great option once it is avaliable in Canada!

[@awkwardatlas5623]

Been wanting to check these guys out for a while. Helpful vid. Thanks

[@learnsustainability]

Thanks Levi! Looking forward to the (soon to come?) video where you sell your new-ish iPhone and commit to Fairphone 😁In the meantime, thanks for a well needed video!

[@LeahandLevi]

Hahaha that might be a while down the road. lol Maybe for the next model though!

[@ennemuk]

I had a Fairphone three years ago and I loved it, but unfortunately I'm too clumsy and since then I've been better off with and indestructible CAT. In the end, more sustainable to have a phone that I won't destroy within a year 😅

[@LeahandLevi]

That’s very good to know! Thanks for sharing your experience with it!

[@digrood]

the fairphone has come a long way! I had a friend who had one when I lived in Czech Republic and it was super shitty. this newer one reminds me of the google pixel! I'd get one if they sold it in North America

[@user-bp8yg3ko1r]

Your iPhone is like the complete opposite of the Fairphone which is much better. At least you bought it second hand... Great coverage! ^^

[@UPPERKEES]

I hope the Fairphone 4 will be released soon. Because I need to buy a new one soon... And I hate the notches and punch hole camera's. I have a feeling the Fairphone will not have that BS.

[@Courtney6]

Interesting! I’m curious if because it uses an older android system if it stays updated on patches and security concerns?

[@duckyluver12]

I have had a Samsung Galaxy S5 mini for the last 7 years and the only reason I've been reluctant to get rid of it is because it all comes apart like this phone. It was before all of the phones started sealing their backs. I've replaced the battery twice now and added additional storage. This video came right in time. My phone is quickly on its way out now :(

[@GjPeddy]

Have been waiting for this one for a long time! My current phone's screen has just started getting "pixel stains" which I suspect will expand over time so I'm doing some research on which phone to get next. The Fairphone is the first contender and I think I'll get it but, like you, there's a part of me that wish it had stabilised video (and after seeing your footage, just _better_ video altogether! =D) and better image processing software. And maybe a bit of a smaller form factor (though I imagine it's constrained by repairability). But ultimately these don't balance out when I think about the violence and exploitation that go behind the mining of raw minerals as well as the philosophical principle of the "closed" phone which is, in a way, disrespectful. I'm not 100% sure of the choice (and it's not urgent yet) but this is where I'm at.. Thank you for the video!

[@LeahandLevi]

Yeah sadly for me the camera is a deal breaker, I use my phone for video and photos EVERY SINGLE DAY so it has to be good. I think it's close though so maybe soon!

[@Huggible11]

I've researched into their phones and have wanted one for awhile, but like you said it's not available in Canada. I want it 😭

[@samipso]

I hate how phones become useless because the batteries go bad so fast! This is better than just pretty cool.

[@LilacsAdore]

Is the Fairphone made from recycled materials? I still think it would be more sustainable to buy a used phone over a Fairphone, no?

[@Ineverusemychannel]

I believe he said recycled plastics but it’d definitely still be more sustainable to get a used phone.

[@milesmartinez3577]

Hey guys if you have a phone with bad battery life you can get it replaced by apple for a price which I don’t happen to remember storage can be solved with a laptop usually it’s pictures so just export to a laptop

[@annabasatskaya530]

I really wish companies would normalize making a thicker phone for a sake of having replacement parts, sad industries moved away from this :(

[@giovanniarriciati]

Love this! I've been interested in this phone for a long time!!

[@LeahandLevi]

Amazing! Thanks for the comment!

[@MLDeS100]

Once they build a flagship I'll buy it, especially if they have a clamshell variant eventually

[@Ddfhhdd12345]

I’ve got the iPhone SE and really like it and can replace the parts cheap and easily. But when apple pull the software support. It will force me to get a new phone and it’s frustrating because the phone works fine . I only mainly use my phone to listen to podcasts ,audio books And make calls. So considering get this phone as a replacement. But worried Android will do the same pull the support for the apps ect and force you to get a new phone ect. Does this happen with fair phone?

[@marycharlebois6627]

I live in the wilderness... there is no cell reception at my house. I am only able to message others with iMessage, so it is Apple products in our household. But... if we ever move out of the sticks to a home with cell reception, the Fairphone looks great. PS - am I the only person who likes a slightly thicker phone? Sleek = Drop (at least in my world it does.). Great video, lots of cool info... thanks for this one Levi.

[@mirinestelle]

I have a Fairphone 3 and so far it's great! I also know someone with a Fairphone 2, but I think he had a few more issues with it than I had. But he definitely still uses it. The only thing thats not that great about my phone is the camera, but I'm pretty sure I could upgrade that with a better camera module. Though the Fairphone 3 + probably already has that. It's also sturdier than the phones I had before.

[@LeahandLevi]

That's so cool to hear! Hopefully things just continue to improve into the future!

[@mirinestelle]

@@LeahandLevi Yeah I hope so too! Glad you made a video about Fairphone, it's still pretty unknown.

[@cricketsi11]

You can indeed buy the improved camera module that is the difference between the 3 and 3+

[@Avokaddo]

currently thinking about purchasing a fairphone or a "normal" phone but 2nd hand had my Huawei P9 since 4 or 5 years now and slowly it's burning out sadly.

[@johnbull5394]

Will they discontinue spare parts for this after less than 4 years, like they did with the Fairphone 1?

[@fromelswhere3883]

I heard you mention twice about wanting to help save the planet surely I assume you must be familiar with the search engine ecosia

[@orion1983uk]

“... whereas most iPhones get about a 6.” Likely to become a big fat 0 for the iPhone 12. I have to admit I’d never heard of this brand. Literally just came across them while reading an article in which Greenpeace was, and I kid you not, praising Apple?! Anyway, the article then mentioned this brand and then I found your video. This is a fantastic approach to designing a phone! Why the heck does this device not get more attention? I currently have an iPhone 11 which I detest and regret getting. As other commenters have pointed out, the greenest thing I can none the less do is hold onto it and make it last which is what I’ll be doing. It was either going to be Samsung or Sony next time round but This brand will definitely be on my list now. I see they may even offer camera upgrades too. Thanks for the review. Liked and subscribed.

[@houghwhite411]

The only thing holding Fairphone back is their presence which is only in Europe for now

[@orion1983uk]

@@houghwhite411 I'm based in the UK (still, sort of, part of Europe). I've since looked into this phone in more detail and the price is very reasonable. The downside is the camera is mediocre. I'd happily pay more for one of these for the option to have a camera module + software that could bring it more in line with a Galaxy S21 / iPhone 12.

[@Ermude10]

Some things to consider: - Moving from iOS to android can actually be a big downgrade in terms of apps and that whole ecosystem. Android is a very bloated OS with support for way too many versions and hardware specs, while iOS is carefully managed. That's why iOS tend to have much higher quality apps (and less frustrated developers too). If you use a lot of apps or very specific apps, you should do some research before deciding if you want to switch or not. - If you don't need a new phone at the moment then it's harder to motivate buying a fairphone. It becomes a question of supporting a company that's seemingly doing good for the world but using resources unnecessarily.

[@timbushell8640]

My old Blackberry, was bought with a couple of spare batteries, so I was way better as a work phone.

[@RaulCraveiro]

I would love to see you reviewing the Framework Laptop in a sustainability point of view 👀

[@vanginmi]

How can someone from Canada buy and get this phone delivered?

[@LeMondedeCarla04]

Hi, thank you for this great quality video! I was just wondering : if you're trying to minimize your impact on the environment, why do you give access to such a high quality resolution ? I could get it if it was related to traveling and if there were outstanding landscapes, but talking about the fairphone and simply showing it, I don't understand why a 2160p is needed ? Don't want to offend you, just trying to understand :)

[@paulgraham6134]

I've always wanted one of these phones, but I think you answered one of my questions... can it be used in Canada? It sounded like it couldn't?