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A modular phone isn't what you think, but it's still pretty cool


The idea of the modular phone has changed a lot over the years, but in a good way.

The companies that make them sell parts like a new battery or a replacement screen, and with a screwdriver and a guitar pick, you can change them yourself at your dining room table. Phones like the new Fairphone or the HMD Skyline are built with the idea that you can change the parts that tend to break or wear out, allowing you to keep using them longer. (Image credit: Fairphone)I admit the idea of upgrading the chip inside your phone next year when newer and more powerful versions come out is way cool.

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