Ethical electronics

Repairable, longer-lasting and more responsibly made electronics — phones, laptops and accessories scored on sourcing and repairability.

Electronics carry heavy supply-chain footprints. These are the brands doing better on repairability, recycled materials and conflict-free minerals.

Recommended Ethical electronics products

Fairphone 5 (Ethical Modular Smartphone)

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Fairphone 5 (Ethical Modular Smartphone)

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98Excellent
B CorpFair TradeClimate NeutralCradle to Cradle
4.4 (1,250)

The gold standard of ethical electronics, featuring modular parts for easy repair and a focus on fair cobalt and gold sourcing.

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