Fairphone has landed its first official carrier partnership in the United States, teaming up with Boost Mobile. Owners of the Fairphone 6+ can now activate the device on Boost's nationwide 5G plans, marking a notable milestone for the sustainable smartphone brand, which only launched the handset in the US market back in August.
Interestingly, the partnership doesn't extend to retail just yet — you won't find the Fairphone 6+ listed in Boost's online store. Instead, customers will need to purchase the unlocked device directly through Fairphone's official store or Amazon, and then bring it to a Boost plan for activation. Admittedly, that process sounds similar to simply using any unlocked phone on the network, but Boost Mobile was enthusiastic enough about the arrangement to issue an official press release celebrating the collaboration.
For those unfamiliar with the device, the Fairphone 6+ features a 6.31-inch LTPO OLED display with a 1116x2484 resolution and a smooth 120Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, it's powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset, paired with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage, which can be expanded further via a microSD card slot.
Photography is handled by a 50MP main camera equipped with optical image stabilization, accompanied by a 13MP ultrawide lens with autofocus. On the front, there's a 32MP selfie shooter that also supports autofocus. The phone packs a 4,415 mAh removable battery with 30W wired charging, carries an IP55 rating for dust and water resistance, and ships running Android 16. It starts at $649.99.
Of course, the Fairphone 6+'s biggest selling point remains its commitment to sustainability and longevity. The modular design includes 12 user-replaceable parts, allowing owners to repair the phone themselves rather than replacing it. Fairphone backs the device with a five-year warranty and promises software support through 2033, which includes six major Android OS updates — an unusually long support window by industry standards.
The Fairphone 6+ is available in three color options: Cobalt Blue, Forest Green, and Horizon Black.
