Lilbits: Recent Tech Highlights
Fairphone Expands to the US with Repairable Headphones
Fairphone has built its reputation on ethically sourced materials and sustainable, repairable hardware for over ten years. Until now, the company sold its phones only in Europe. While the /e/ Foundation offered some Fairphone models in the US, these versions featured de-Googled Android (/e/OS) and higher prices.
Fairphone CEO Raymond van Eck told Reuters that the company is introducing its first product to the US market—not a phone, but a pair of repairable headphones. This move could pave the way for Fairphone to eventually sell sustainable, repairable smartphones directly to American consumers.
“Fairphone is bringing its repairable headphones to the US. Up until now the company, which focuses on ethically-sourced & sustainable devices, has only sold its phones & accessories in Europe… although Murena does resell some.”
Sony Adds Cloud Gaming to PlayStation Portal Handheld
The PlayStation Portal, initially designed for streaming games over a local network, now supports cloud gaming during its beta phase. Available since last year, this feature allows users to play games without needing a PS5 console.
Other Tech News
- Vectrex Mini, a retro gaming console, has launched a Kickstarter campaign.
- Fairphone’s movement towards sustainable electronics and repairability continues to grow.
Sources
Information referenced from Reuters and PlayStation blogs.
Author’s summary: Fairphone starts US sales with repairable headphones, marking a step toward sustainable smartphones; Sony enhances PlayStation Portal with cloud gaming, no PS5 needed.
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