There is a lot going on behind the shiny veil of innovation and flagship phones. The hidden impact of the smartphone industry can no longer be ignored. Phones are not born in the store, nor do they somehow disappear when you throw them out. So what is really going on behind the scenes and why is it mostly kept under wraps?

Answers in our video above.

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Why don’t more of us recycle our smartphones since there are so many valuable minerals inside?

Well, they are designed for use, but not for reuse or recycling. That’s why it is hard to open them, repair them or remove broken parts. No surprise, this all centers on earning more financial profit and that creates an endless cycle of demanding and consuming more and more.

So please: think twice when you want to buy a new phone. Do you really need a new phone? The truth is: The most sustainable phone, is the one in your pocket make it last! And if you’re in the market for a new one, Fairphone is your sustainable alternative.



Since 2013, Fairphone is on a mission to create a more sustainable and ethical smartphone.
The modular, repairable Fairphone 3 champions longerlasting design, fair materials, good working conditions, and the reduction of ewaste. We want to help the entire electronics industry to do better.

By creating more sustainable smartphones, we’re demonstrating the endless possibilities for a fairer future, for everyone! It’s no secret, we’re out to change the world. Fairphone puts people and the planet first.

Take a look behind the screen and learn more about the hidden stories you’re holding hand. On this YouTube Channel you can check out howto’s about our Fairphones, tutorials and behind the scenes videos.



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