Fairbuds XL Win iF Design Award! Sounds Good: Does Good
Published date: March 2025
Here at Your Co-op Mobile, we're passionate about bringing you tech that delivers premium performance and aligns with our values of sustainability and ethical practices. That's why we're thrilled to shine a spotlight on the Fairbuds XL, the first repairable headphones that have just been awarded the prestigious 2024 iF Design Award!
What are the Fairbuds XL?
If you haven't heard of them yet, the Fairbuds XL are more than just a pair of high-performing headphones with 40mm dynamic drivers. They're a sustainable statement to the industry that provide long-term value like no other. Designed and made by Fairphone, who are market renowned for their commitment to fairly made electronics and modular design, these headphones are built to last, be repaired, and minimise their environmental impact. They may be the last headphones you’ll ever need.
Why did the Fairbuds XL Receive the iF Design Award 2024?
The iF Design Award is a globally recognised symbol of design excellence. Judges evaluate products based on their form, function, idea, differentiation, and impact on consumers, the market and the environment. The Fairbuds XL impressed across the board, demonstrating:
- Sustainable Design: The modular design allows for easy repairs and component replacements, extending the product's lifespan and reducing e-waste. This is a huge win for the planet!
- Ethical Sourcing: Fairphone is committed to sourcing responsibly, using Fairtrade and recycled materials as widely as possible, and ensuring fair working conditions throughout its supply chain.
- Superior Audio Quality: Of course, great design means nothing without great performance. The Fairbuds XL deliver rich, immersive sound, provided by 40mm dynamic drivers that audiophiles will appreciate.
- User-Centric Features: Comfortable over-ear design, intuitive controls, its own app and robust build quality make these headphones a joy to use.
What Does an IF Product Design Award Mean?
The Fairbuds XL's iF Design Award win is a testament to the growing demand for sustainable and ethical electronics. It proves that you don't have to compromise on quality or performance to make a positive impact.
In the audio headphone segment, the Fairbuds XL won alongside other prestigious market competitors such as Bowers & Wilkins, AKG and JBL. You can see the full list of IF Design Winners for 2024 here.
We're proud to see innovative products like the Fairbuds XL gaining recognition, and we're excited to continue bringing you tech that aligns with our mission of helping to create a fairer, more sustainable and ethical world for all.
Need New Sounds?
The Bluetooth Fairbuds XL deliver a premium yet comforting sound stage for you to listen to any time, any place. They're foldable, IP54 weather resistant and designed to be taken on the go for longer than any other headphones, thanks to a modular design that makes them entirely repairable from home. You can even swap in a spare battery to double your charge!
With active noise cancellation, plush vegan leather cushions, and 30 hours of playback time, you won't get tired of the Fairbuds XL. The only choice is whether you block out the world around you or let it in, with ANC controls at your fingertips and a dedicated app for EQ adjustment.
Find out more about the Fairbuds XL.
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