The most repairable smartphone: the modular Fairphone 5 received 10/10 from iFixit
At the end of the summer, Fairphone presented its new smartphone Fairphone 5. The company does not change its principles and continues to produce modular devices that can be repaired at home. The iFixit specialists checked whether it is true.
iFixit showed a detailed disassembly of the smartphone. First of all, it’s easy to open: you don’t need to heat the back or try to pry any glass elements – you just need to remove the cover, as in old phones with removable batteries. At the same time, Fairphone 5 has a degree of protection against dust and water IP55.
The modular design makes it easy to replace not only the battery but also other components, such as camera sensors. Moreover, the manufacturer has added labeled labels on cables and components to help users with repairs.
As a result, iFixit experts gave the smartphone a maximum score of 10 points for repairability.
