Murena GS6 & GS6 PRO: The affordable, sustainable smartphone without Google (+FAQs)

The perfect smartphone isn’t one that “just works” and aligns with your ethical values – it’s also one that lasts a long time.
With the Murena GS6 and GS6 PRO – an affordable, sustainable device without Google – we’re proving that sustainability and affordability can go hand in hand.

The Murena GS6 & GS6 PRO run /e/OS, the unique operating system that truly respects peoples’ privacy. If this OS is new to you, feel free to take a look at https://e.foundation/e-os/ to understand more about Big Tech surveillance and why you should care about your privacy – even if you have nothing to hide.

If you’re particularly interested in the Murena GS6 & GS6 PRO running /e/OS, you can jump to the question that interests you most or post your own question in the comments.

Questions and answers about the Murena GS6 and GS6 PRO

• What makes the Murena GS6 and GS6 PRO sustainable?
• What’s the difference between the Murena GS6 and the GS6 PRO?
• Does the Murena GS6 and GS6 PRO have a customizable side button or a kill switch?
• How much does the Murena GS6 / GS6 PRO cost, and where can I buy it?
• Murena GS6 vs. Google Pixel 9a vs. Apple iPhone 14 Pro (refurbished)

What makes the Murena GS6 and GS6 PRO sustainable?

To address the device’s environmental friendliness: The Murena GS6 and GS6 PRO are assembled in Germany using renewable energy and shipped in plastic-free packaging. 

Another important point regarding sustainability is of course the fact that you can repair your device yourself.  

Repairing Big Tech devices can be difficult or even impossible without relying on the manufacturer.  

In contrast, you can easily replace the following spare parts of the Murena GS6 and GS6 PRO: 

• Display module
• Battery cover
• Battery
• SIM card holder

Feel free to take a look at the GS6 & GS6 PRO repair guide.* 

Should you need to replace any of the above-mentioned parts of your Murena GS6 or GS6 PRO, simply reach out to our support team for advice.

For a more detailed comparison between the Murena GS6 / GS6 PRO, the Pixel 9a and the iPhone 14 Pro (refurbished), you can jump to our comparison table.

*Please note that not all of these spare parts are available for your Murena device, but only those mentioned in the above list.

What’s the difference between the Murena GS6 and the GS6 PRO?

Both models share the same hardware:

• 6.67″ FHD+ OLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate
• MediaTek Dimensity 7300 processor
• 8 GB of RAM
• Identical cameras: 64 MP main, 8 MP ultra-wide, 2 MP macro, 32 MP selfie
• Removable battery
• IP68 protection
• eSIM support

The GS6 Pro simply doubles the internal storage to 256 GB (vs. 128 GB on the GS6) for €449, while the GS6 starts at €369. Both models support microSD cards up to 1 TB.

Does the Murena GS6 and GS6 PRO have a customizable side button or a kill switch?

The Murena GS6 and GS6 PRO have a customizable side button that can be used for quick access to enable or disable different modes or functions: 

• Cameras and microphone (works just like a software based kill switch)
• Do not disturb
• Flight mode
• Torch light
• Dark and light mode
• Battery saver  

It’s fully up to you which of these modes or features you’d like to activate with one simple switch. Let us know what’s your favorite option and if you’ve already tried it in the comments! 

How much does the Murena GS6 / GS6 PRO cost, and where can I buy it?

The Murena GS6 and GS6 PRO are available on murena.com:

• Murena GS6: €369
• Murena GS6 PRO: €449 

and can be purchased in Europe and Australia.

Murena GS6 vs. Google Pixel 9a vs. Apple iPhone 14 Pro (refurbished)

You might be hesitating between different devices in the same price range.

With /e/OS on the Murena GS6 / GS6 PRO, you can be sure that your privacy is respected and trackers are blocked. This, along with easy repairability, makes it a solid choice for more conscious users, putting it clearly ahead of Big Tech smartphones like the Pixel 9a or the iPhone 14 Pro. 

If you already have a Pixel device, we encourage you to keep it as long as possible – for example by flashing it yourself with /e/OS, which can extend its lifespan thanks to longer software updates. You’ll find the necessary documentation on this page: https://doc.e.foundation/devices/

Ready to make the switch? Do you already have a device running /e/OS? Any further questions about the Murena GS6 or GS6 Pro? Let us know in the comments!

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