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Fairphone’s latest repairable earbuds are smaller, lighter, and longer-lasting
Publication: The Verge
Author: Dominic Preston
Source published: 14/10/2026, 11:00:00 UTC
Briefing created: 15/10/2026, 02:10:49 UTC
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Briefings
Fairphone launched the Fairbuds 2 in the UK and Europe on October 14, 2026, at a price of £99/$119. The device features a redesigned stemmed design in black or green, with a case that is 37 percent smaller than the original. Despite the significant hardware reduction, the battery life has been nearly doubled to 40 hours without active noise cancellation. The US launch is scheduled for November 2, 2026, at $119.
Key points
- The Fairbuds 2 were released in the UK and Europe on October 14, 2026, priced at £99/$119.
- The device features a redesigned stemmed design in black or green with a 37 percent smaller case compared to the original.
Context and limitations
The article provides no information on the specific audio quality improvements, the exact weight reduction, or the availability of the US launch beyond the date and price.
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