After multiple leaks that provided detailed information, Fairphone has finally unveiled the Fairbuds XL. As anticipated, the company has released the over-ear headphones in two distinct colors, both of which have a highly repairable design. Fairphone claims that the Fairbuds XL can be fixed using only a Philips head screwdriver. This means that each component, including the battery and earcups, can be replaced, even if they are subject to significant wear and tear.
Fairbuds XL headphones specs
The design of the Fairbuds XL allows for the possibility of upgrading components over time, with the potential for better speakers, mics, or other hardware to be swapped into the existing case. Fairphone has also incorporated recycled and fair trade materials, including recycled aluminum, tin solder paste, plastics, and fair trade gold.
The Fairbuds XL ship without a charger or USB cable, which can be purchased separately. This aligns with Fairphone’s focus on environmental consciousness. The headphones have a foldable design for easy storage and measure 190 x 180 x 70mm, weighing 330 grams. They are rated IP54 for water and dust resistance.
The speakers feature 40mm dynamic drivers with 20 – 20 KHz frequency response and 32-ohm impedance. The headphones have 6 microphones, 2 on the left and 4 on the right, and support active noise cancellation (ANC). They support Bluetooth 5.1 and can also be used as wired headphones with a USB-C cable or USB-C to 3.5mm audio adapter.
Fairphone claims that the Fairbuds XL has an 800 mAh battery that provides up to 26 hours of battery life for music or calls with ANC on and 30 hours with it off. The headphones have up to 320 hours of standby time. However, the battery does not support fast charging and takes about 3 hours to fully recharge. Nonetheless, the battery should maintain about 80 percent of its capacity after 500 charge cycles.
The Fairbuds XL offers users a sustainable and customizable option for headphones. With their highly repairable design, user-replaceable components, and recycled materials, they align with Fairphone’s commitment to environmental consciousness.
Pricing & availability
The Fairbuds XL headphones are available for purchase in Europe for €249, with Fairphone planning to introduce replacement parts shortly, enabling users to increase the longevity of their headphones.
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