This new wireless headset is made from recycled materials and can be repaired at home.
The Fairbuds XL is a headphones On-ear headphones designed with sustainability in mind. Made of recycled plastics and aluminumvegan leather and fair trade gold is also the helmet modular.
That means we can replace parts likely to wear out over time. Also included is a screwdriver for the owner to replace the battery, audio cable, headband, ear pads, headband base and other parts if needed. This extends its lifespan and thus reduces its carbon footprint.
Good performance
The Fairbuds XL are equipped withpadded ear cups which would enable comfortable wearing over a long period of time. It is a wireless headset that delivers solid sound quality punchy bass And clear highsas well as a decent noise reduction system.
We love the design of the Fairbuds XL, especially the color mottled green of the model we tested. It stands out from its competitors and has a pretty fun aesthetic. The ear cups can also be folded inwards, which makes storage easier. Moreover, they are IP54 certified for water resistance. They are safe to wear in the rain but should not be dropped under water.
In addition, the battery life is estimated at about 30 hours (without the noise reduction system, which drains the battery faster). When the juice runs out, you can continue listening to music by connecting it to your smartphone with a USB-C cable.
In short, the Fairbuds XL aren’t the most powerful or luxurious headphones out there. It’s not meant to be. Rather, this headset aims to provide the following Overall a solid performance with the least possible impact on the environment.
The Fairbuds XL are available today at a price of 249 euros, directly on the Fairphone website.
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CNET.com article adapted from CNET France