Phonebloks has been designed as a sustainable smartphone that can be built with parts like Lego blocks.
Users will be able to use the Lego-type blocks to replace the various smartphone components over time rather than buy a whole new handset.
The concept has been created by Dutch designer Dave Hakkens after he discovered it would be cheaper to buy a whole new camera rather than simply replacing the broken part.
Hakkens has yet to build the Phonebloks device, but his concept has already generated a lot of interest.
According to Hakkens the Phonebloks will have replaceable screens, batteries and chipsets among other components.
“Every day we throw away millions of electronics devices because they get old and worn out – but usually its only one of the components that causes the problems. It’s simply because electronics devices are not designed to last,” the video explains.
All the components are attached to a base via two small screws and can be swapped and changed to create a true customised device. The user can modify the device according to their needs too, like adding a monster battery or supercharged camera.
Phonebloks already has over 950,000 supporters on its website and the YouTube video below has amassed more than 16 million views.
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