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Fairphone is working on a new version of its repair-friendly wireless earbuds, and some early photos just gave us the first real look at what’s coming.
Leaked images of the Fairbuds 2 have surfaced, showing a refreshed pair of true wireless earbuds from the sustainability-focused Dutch company. Fairphone released the original Fairbuds back in April 2024 as one of the first truly modular TWS options out there. The follow-up is now lined up for a fourth-quarter 2026 launch (sometime between October and December), and the new shots show it in green and black.
The biggest visual shift is the addition of stems. The first-gen Fairbuds went with a more rounded, stemless design, while the Fairbuds 2 switch to a more conventional stem-style look. The charging case also appears noticeably thicker than before. That extra bulk has people wondering whether Fairphone packed in a bigger battery than the 500 mAh one in the original case, though we still don’t have official numbers.
Exact specs and pricing haven’t been shared yet. What is clear is that Fairphone is sticking to its usual priorities: longevity and repairability. The original Fairbuds stood out because you could replace seven different parts yourself, including the batteries in each earbud and the case, the silicone rings, tips, and even the outer shell of the case, all with just a Phillips screwdriver and a simple prying tool.
The company has said the new model will stay modular, but it hasn’t spelled out exactly which parts will be swappable this time. Given Fairphone’s whole approach, it’s a pretty safe bet that easy battery and part replacement will still be a big part of the pitch.
The original Fairbuds came with titanium-coated 11 mm drivers, active noise cancellation (plus wind-noise reduction), six microphones, Bluetooth 5.3 with multipoint, IP54 water and sweat resistance, and up to 26 hours of total playtime with the case. They also scored really well for repairability, including a rare top mark from iFixit. The Fairbuds 2 should build on that foundation while polishing the design so it appeals to more people.
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