Ever feel like your drawer is turning into a graveyard for old, broken earbuds? If you’re tired of tossing away perfectly good tech just because of a dead battery or a lost bud, you might want to check out the newly-launched Fairphone Fairbuds.
These earbuds are making waves for being the first truly repairable and replaceable wireless earbuds, brought to you by the same company known for prioritizing user-friendliness and sustainability.
Fairphone has already built a solid reputation with its phones that focus on easy repairs and long-term use. Now, they’re bringing that same mindset to wireless earbuds—an area notoriously known for its throwaway culture. And frankly, it’s about time.
What makes the Fairbuds special? If you lose a single earbud, you can buy just that one instead of being forced to repurchase an entire set. That’s a huge win for both the environment and your wallet.
On the sustainability front, Fairphone didn’t cut any corners. The Fairbuds and their case are made from 70% recycled and responsibly sourced plastics, while the earbuds themselves contain 100% recycled rare earth elements. Even better, they’re designed with repairability in mind, offering seven components that can be repaired or replaced, backed by a generous three-year warranty.
The sad reality is that most wireless earbuds are designed to be disposable. Batteries die, parts break, or single earbuds go missing. And when that happens, you’re usually left with no choice but to buy a whole new set. The Fairbuds aim to end that wasteful cycle.
Priced at 149 euros and currently available only in Europe, the Fairbuds come with solid specs to back up their premium price. They feature Bluetooth 5.3, multipoint connectivity for pairing with different devices simultaneously, environmental noise and wind reduction, 11mm drivers, six microphones, and IP54 water resistance. Battery life is also decent, offering up to 6 hours of playback on a single charge and an additional 20 hours with the case.
And here’s a refreshing detail: Even the charging case battery is replaceable for under $15. It’s hard to imagine any other company making things this simple.
Fairphone’s approach to repairability and sustainability could easily set a new standard in the audio industry. If you’re looking for a better, more eco-friendly way to enjoy wireless audio, the Fairbuds are definitely worth considering.
Leave a Reply