For a long time, Fairphone smartphones were available in the US via a software company called Murena. But in August this year, the company announced that its products are finally available to purchase via its website and Amazon. Now there is other big news for users looking to get the latest Fairphone Gen 6 Plus in the US – the device is now officially supported by one of the major US carriers.
Fairphone partnership with Boost Mobile
Boost Mobile recently announced that it is partnering with Fairphone. As a result of this partnership, you can now activate the Fairphone Gen 6 Plus on Boost's nationwide 5G plans. It's worth noting that the device is still not selling through Boost's official website.
Instead, you will need to get the phone from either Fairphone's own website or Amazon and then activate one of the Boost plans on it. I really don't understand how this is different from the company's situation in the US previously.
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A repairable and long-lasting phone
One of the main selling points of Fairphone devices is that they are highly repairable, and a similar is the case with the Fairphone Gen 6 Plus. Specifically, 12 spare parts of this particular smartphone can be replaced using just one single screwdriver.
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The company has also promised to deliver software updates until 2033. Other key specifications of the handset are:
6.31-inch OLED display that supports a 120 Hz refresh rate.
12GB RAM, 256GB storage, which is expandable via microSD card.
Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 octa-core processor.
A 50 MP main and a 13 MP ultra-wide camera on the back.
32MP front shooter.
4,450 mAh battery that supports 30W wired charging.
The mobile is available in three color choices: Cobalt Blue, Forest Green, and Horizon Black. Despite being now available to get activated directly through Boost Mobile, there hasn't been any change in the price of the product. It still costs $649.99.
Public reaction to the Fairphone Gen 6 Plus is pretty mixed
It's been some time since the Fairphone Gen 6 Plus is available in the market, and users who have purchased it apparently have had a pretty mixed experience with it. There's an equal number of posts and comments on Reddit, with some appreciating the device, whereas others mention that it doesn't justify its $650 price tag.
One user mentioned under a relevant Reddit post that it's a great handset and they literally have no issues at all, and it's surely worth buying. Another user by the name Mainy0101 commented that they have the phone with /e/OS running on it, and they are happy with its overall performance so far. They go on to highlight that they use Belfius, Fintro, and Itsme without any problem.
User reaction on Fairphone Gen 6 Plus. | Image by Reddit
Talking about the cons, one user commented that the software experience has been really buggy for them and they are also not impressed with the speaker's performance. Another individual mentioned that the $650 price is really absurd for a mid-range spec phone, even if it is highly repairable.
It's surely a good start
Boost Mobile has millions of subscribers, so partnering with it is surely going to somehow help Fairphone reach more individuals in the US. Interestingly, Boost Mobile isn't the only carrier the latest Fairphone device is compatible with. It also supports AT&T and T-Mobile networks in the US.
But the main question is whether you should be getting the Fairphone Gen 6 Plus. Well, that depends on what you are looking for in your next smartphone. If your priority is multi-year warranty, software support, and repairability, then this $649 Fairphone device is for you.
However, if you are looking for a faster processor, better camera, and good battery life, then there are plenty of options available in this particular price range. I, personally, would recommend the iPhone 17e, which costs $699, but hopefully you could get it for even less in the upcoming Black Friday.
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Aman Kumar is a news writer at PhoneArena covering Google Pixel phones, Android features, AI-powered smartphone tools, and mobile tech news. Before joining PhoneArena, he spent over five years writing about consumer technology for publications like MakeUseOf, How-To Geek, and Guiding Tech. His current daily drivers are the Pixel 10 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus, while his red iPhone SE (2nd gen) remains a personal favorite. Aman also appreciates bold smartphone experiments and still considers the Nokia N-Gage one of the industry’s most iconic designs.
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