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The Fairphone 5 may not be suitable for everyone, but it is the perfect phone for some individuals. In fact, around a fifth of respondents in last week’s poll expressed their willingness to use this device for the next 8 years. These users appreciate its eco-friendly and user-friendly qualities, along with its easy repairability at home.
Many people already use their phones for 4-5 years, even those models that are not explicitly designed for long-term use. However, the Fairphone is specifically built with longevity in mind. One can easily observe this dedication through the 5-year warranty offered by the company, which reflects their strong belief in the product’s durability.
Some individuals doubted whether Fairphone would uphold its promise, but the company has consistently provided updates for the Fairphone 2 for seven years. This remarkable track record instills confidence. Additionally, it is possible that the Fairphone 3 and 3+ (released in 2019 and 2020 respectively) may continue to receive support until 2026.
Nevertheless, there are still skeptics who question the choice of OLED display. Although modern displays have largely resolved burn-in issues, 8 years is undeniably a substantial amount of time. Questions regarding the chipset’s speed and its adequacy for future software and games in 2031 also arise. Some wonder if Fairphone could have included more RAM and storage considering the phone’s relatively high price.
Indeed, at €700/£650, the Fairphone 5 is considered too expensive by nearly a fifth of voters. However, it is important to view this from a positive perspective. If the company manages to identify cost-saving opportunities during production and offers discounts, it may potentially expand its market by attracting more customers.
Nonetheless, it should be noted that the market for Fairphone 5 will still remain relatively small. Fairphone is an EU-based company primarily operating within the EU. This poses a significant challenge as the majority of the world’s population cannot purchase their products. Hopefully, another company will address the issue of greater availability. Currently, if you are located outside of Europe, you are unable to obtain a Fairphone.
In any case, if you do manage to acquire a Fairphone 5, you can expect its usefulness to extend for many years. As some have pointed out, old phones still have their value for certain purposes even after they are no longer used as daily drivers. Furthermore, unlike most other old phones, the Fairphone 5 will continue to receive regular security updates well into the early 2030s.