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Fairphone 6 Plus and Framework Laptop 12 Released, Emphasizing Repairability
Key points
- Fairphone 6 Plus now available in the US with better chip and 12GB RAM.
- iFixit rated Fairphone 6 Plus with a 10/10 for repairability.
- Framework Laptop 12 (Gen 2) includes Intel Core Series 3 processors.
- Framework Laptop 12 starts at $699, $100 less than the previous model.
- Apple released updated Mac Mini and Mac Studio models.
- Mac Mini now features M6 or M5 Pro chips.
- Mac Mini price increased by $100.
- Mac Mini will be released on September 22nd.
- Mac Studio received an M5 Ultra chip option.
- Apple launched the iPhone 18 Pro.
- iPhone 18 Pro has camera, battery, and chip upgrades.
- Apple launched AirPods 5 with improved noise cancellation.
- Meta introduced Muse, a new AI agent.
- Googlebooks laptops integrate with Android phones.
- Googlebooks laptops receive 10 years of updates.
- Googlebooks initial models are from Acer, Asus, Dell, HP, and Lenovo.
- Meta released new Meta VR Glasses.
Fairphone 6 Plus US Launch
Fairphone has made its 6 Plus smartphone available for direct purchase in the United States. This marks the first time the company has sold one of its ultra-repairable smartphones directly in the US market.
The Fairphone 6 Plus features a better chip and an upgrade to 12GB of RAM compared to its predecessor. iFixit awarded the device a 10/10 repairability score, indicating its design for user longevity and ease of repair.
Framework Laptop 12 Second Generation
Framework has introduced the second generation of its 12-inch convertible laptop, the Laptop 12. This new iteration offers Intel's latest Core Series 3 processors, providing updated performance.
The Laptop 12 also includes options for a fingerprint reader and a backlit keyboard. A pre-built version with Fedora Linux is available, and the starting price is $699, which is $100 less than the previous generation's starting price.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 5
Sennheiser has redesigned its Momentum True Wireless 5 earbuds. Both the earbuds and their charging case now feature user-replaceable batteries, enhancing their repairability and lifespan. The earbuds are also available in new metallic colors.
Updates
- Googlebooks laptops integrate with Android phones.
- Googlebooks laptops receive 10 years of updates.
- Googlebooks initial models are from Acer, Asus, Dell, HP, and Lenovo.
- Meta released new Meta VR Glasses.
- Apple launched the iPhone 18 Pro.
- iPhone 18 Pro has camera, battery, and chip upgrades.
- Apple launched AirPods 5 with improved noise cancellation.
- Meta introduced Muse, a new AI agent.
- Apple released updated Mac Mini and Mac Studio models.
- Mac Mini now features M6 or M5 Pro chips.
- Mac Mini price increased by $100.
- Mac Mini will be released on September 22nd.
- Mac Studio received an M5 Ultra chip option.
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How outlets covered it
Google has released details about its new Googlebooks laptops, which are designed to integrate with Android phones and will receive 10 years of updates. Initial models are available from Acer, Asus, Dell, HP, and Lenovo.
Apple launched the iPhone 18 Pro with camera, battery, and chip upgrades, alongside the AirPods 5 featuring improved noise cancellation. Separately, Meta introduced Muse, a new AI agent designed for general use and app integration.
Apple released updated versions of the Mac Mini and Mac Studio. The Mac Mini now features M6 or M5 Pro chips, with a $100 price increase and a September 22nd release, while the Mac Studio received an M5 Ultra chip option.
Fairphone has launched its 6 Plus smartphone directly in the US, featuring improved specifications and a 10/10 repairability score from iFixit. Framework also released the second generation of its 12-inch Laptop, offering Intel Core Series 3 processors and a lower starting price, continuing its focus on user-upgradable and repairable devices.