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Modular smartphone
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<p>A modular smartphone is a <a href="/facts/Smartphone/cSIrBMWG">smartphone</a> designed for users to upgrade or replace components and <a href="/facts/Modular_design/uRrYMyqp">modules</a> without the need for resoldering or repair services. The most important component is the <a href="/facts/Main_board/GXB10heG">main board</a>, to which others such as <a href="/facts/Phone_camera/EzCfpkdl">cameras</a> and <a href="/facts/Battery_(electricity)/bqEpm4ue">batteries</a> are attached. Components can be obtained from <a href="/facts/Open-source_hardware/UgCHeVsm">open-source hardware</a> stores. </p><p>This design aims to reduce <a href="/facts/Electronic_waste/LlV5hbCk">electronic waste</a>, increase the phone's lifespan, and lower repair costs. However, modular smartphones are generally bulkier and slower than their non-modular counterparts which may make them less attractive for most consumers. </p>