The whole point is that it’s not like other phones. The whole point is that it’s supposed to be sustainable.
Removing the capability of using wired headphones that have no batteries and have an indefinite life goes against everything the company claims to stand for.
Immediately turning around and introducing Bluetooth options is what every other manufacturer has done to drive profits.
Asus Zenfone, Samsung Xcover 6 Pro, Sony Xperia all have them and higher waterproof ratings. The Samsung even has a replaceable battery. And will likely get more updates over its lifespan knowing Fairphone’s track record.
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It does so much good and all you can do is whine about the headphone jack that no other phone has either?
Don’t be sanctimonious about your choice in cell phone, it’s weird. Also, I’m typing this from a phone that has a headphone jack and a microSD slot
The whole point is that it’s not like other phones. The whole point is that it’s supposed to be sustainable.
Removing the capability of using wired headphones that have no batteries and have an indefinite life goes against everything the company claims to stand for.
Immediately turning around and introducing Bluetooth options is what every other manufacturer has done to drive profits.
Asus Zenfone, Samsung Xcover 6 Pro, Sony Xperia all have them and higher waterproof ratings. The Samsung even has a replaceable battery. And will likely get more updates over its lifespan knowing Fairphone’s track record.