Quite a few of you wanted a deeper dive into the iPhone/Android device in the video, so I made a little video showcasing my setup :) kzitem.info/news/bejne/2o6Ly52NnWaCjYI
@biggbeefer
Жыл бұрын
I'm really into this wave of "smart dumbphones" like this, the light phone 2, etc. I think a lot of people would be interested in this kind of stuff, but the biggest obstacle to the space is the price tags on these things. The value straight up sucks lol. If over the course of years they can iterate and bring the prices down I think we can start to see a serious legitimate market for these kinds of phones!
@Fr4nkSanchez
7 ай бұрын
yeap, you can do something similar by setting grayscale, and reduce the apps in home
@firstnamelastname6738
5 ай бұрын
@@Fr4nkSanchez Yeah and still get tracked by google and every other corporation out there.
@pradap2298
Жыл бұрын
300 dollars ridiculously high price
@techlore
Жыл бұрын
Definitely a high price!
@Remigrator
Жыл бұрын
400
@michaelcorcoran8768
Жыл бұрын
Yeah seriously maybe at 1:50 200 I could justify that as a boutique but premium privacy focused dumb phone. But if it's not profitable at that price it's hard to justify.
@martinlutherkingjr.5582
Жыл бұрын
Not really when you consider how small the market is for something like this and inflation.
@Tom-kt8lu
Жыл бұрын
😂
@doctoruttley
2 ай бұрын
Have it as a second phone. Just forward my iPhone calls and texts to my MP02 number. Leave the iPhone at home. No problems, no bugs and surpasses my expectations.👌🏻
@Alias_Anybody
Жыл бұрын
You'd think that a candybar Android phone with -a lowend chip from last year plus 2GB RAM, -one 5MP rear cam specifically for stuff like QR/Bar codes, -a decent Nokia style keyboard PLUS a 400x400 pixel or something touchscreen of around 2.5 inches, -bluetooth for music and NFC for payments -the option to choose between a minimal and a vanilla launcher and -the occational security patch should be possible for 150 bucks or so. It would do basically everything a smartphone does minus being good for watching videos or social media doom scrolling. But it's at least possible if necessary. Now, waterproof it for 50 bucks more and it would be a banger work phone for any kind of industry, farming or trades as well as outdoor enthusiasts.
@Neavris
Жыл бұрын
Removable cameras and bluetooth would be better imo... We have modularity on PC, why can't we have any on cell phone? They even prevent us to change the battery.
@Alias_Anybody
Жыл бұрын
@@Neavris Better than what? Modularity is barely a thing on highend and midrange devices, why should a minimalist phone which is cheap first and foremost do that?
@ANullAssault
Жыл бұрын
Add walkie talkie functionality and it really would be perfect for jobsites
@kiyoponnn
Жыл бұрын
agreed, pixel 6 is a far better deal
@blacksundarkskies
Жыл бұрын
dude their watch is 250$
@Nanomaroni
Жыл бұрын
I'm using the MP02 for four months as my main and only Phone. The only thing really annoying me is the Signal Problem you mentioned. But it's totally doable daily driving a dumbphone like this, but keep in mind that you need let some conveniences go! This Device broke my Smartphone addiction and I don't want to give it back. I just wish the updates were more frequent and they fix Signal.
@michaeldhondt368
10 ай бұрын
Me too it's my only phone for 2 months I don't use signal or pigeon just normal calls and texts
@hotdogsoup-nl
7 ай бұрын
Does Signal (Pigeon) properly display received photos or videos?
@jakubstrnad4730
7 ай бұрын
Hello, that's right, I bought another pocket music player, I still have the digital SLR with me. The main bonus is the receptivity of the surroundings and the fact that I started writing, painting and playing musical instruments again... That's the power of PUNKT MP02. I tried going back to my smartphone but it didn't make sense...
@motionoftheocean7524
4 ай бұрын
Can you share me a short prose...a poem maybe?....can you play mozart ?.... Guns n Roses?.... I wanna know.😊@@jakubstrnad4730
@johnblackmouth
4 ай бұрын
@@michaeldhondt368then you could’ve saved money and purchased a regular dumb phone
@aidancasserley1393
9 ай бұрын
It’s now possible to link Pigeon to signal on your desktop, which is great. Perhaps release a new, short video, showing the setup process? It’s easy with the QR Code decoder. I’m using it and I’m enjoying it.
@JoseBriones
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the shoutout! Hoping that the new Punkt update for pigeon will fix some of these issues and help tons for stability. Appreciate hearing your thoughts on the matter!
@techlore
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the amazing content Jose, keep kicking ass
@trer04
Жыл бұрын
Damn my wallet would feel punkt.
@hank9th
11 ай бұрын
I'm hopeful that we see more innovation in these modern dumb phones. One form-factor I'd be really interested in seeing is a dual-screen slab phone, where you have a reflective e-ink top screen for displaying distraction-free content, and a monochrome OLED touch screen on the bottom that serves as the primary input mechanism. I feel like this would strike the best balance between a phone minimizes distractions at the hardware, but is still just as capable at performing the "necessary" functions of a phone.
@rationalraven8956
10 ай бұрын
I would totally buy one of these if I could afford it. The Signal thing doesn't matter to me because I don't even know anyone who uses Signal. I just want a "dumb phone" that actually will work on modern mobile networks, and isn't some cheap junk from China. It's also a nice bonus that the Punkt provides wifi tethering, which is something you didn't mention in the video but I think is a major selling point. The idea is that if you want to go on the Internet you can, but it's a deliberate act which you sit down and engage in, not something just sending you notifications in your pocket 24/7. Personally I can't really justify paying that much right now, but I don't think the price is unfair at all, I'm sure it costs a ton to manufacture a phone with a completely custom design on such a small scale using high quality parts.
@redeyesdrogon786
Жыл бұрын
This is an interesting device. I feel like this could be used as a daily driver if they improve a few more things. Overall, a solid attempt 👍🏽
@JasonThorneMagicLAMP
4 ай бұрын
QR Codes are a complete waste of time. Ordering in a resteraunts that have QR code table menus is slower than ordering at the counter. It would be so easy to put a code you could type in at the bottom of the QR code that would accomplish the same thing if you did not have a camera, but the QR code is to force you to have an internet capable device you carry around with you so you are constantly tracked and traced.
@JasonThorneMagicLAMP
Ай бұрын
I watched this again and marvel at the lack of understanding involved in assuming making a desktop client for Pidgeon is hard. Any first year undergraduate could write a blog, and that is all Pidgeon really is with some security on top, and the security is only complex at a VERY low level where you get into the cryptography of the thing, and even that is honors degree level math that is not beyond any pure maths graduate. Admittedly that is a high bar, but no one gets their hands that dirty these days, you don't need to. That is all done by routines you call that are available in practically every language, python, perl, php, C, C++. And all o this is superflous anyway, people give all their data away freely to google, facebook, youtube, shadywebsite inc, any web driven platform that asks for it. For the amount of hassle that security causes us, we would be better off (and live a lot longer) just transmitting all our messages on an unencrypted device accross an unencrypted network. Disclaimer: Any man in the middle process that scrapes this message is welcome to write it on toilet paper and wipe their ass with it.
@dreadinajeep
Жыл бұрын
Very expensive for most.Easier to have a graphene device with the bare minimum apps.The only issue is that the only pixel phones supported at the end of this month are huge.I do like what Punkt is trying to do tho.
@techlore
Жыл бұрын
I really just want a small Android device again. The Zenfone is still too big!
@rejvaik00
Жыл бұрын
Where do you find this ability to get the graphene phone?
@mauldus
Жыл бұрын
@@techlore Seconded. Pixel 5a was the last one I could actually reach the send button with my left thumb. I sent a Pixel 6 back for the 6a because it was too big. No wireless charging for me, I guess.
@022-e5f
Жыл бұрын
@@techlore Damn, do you use the Zenfone? I've been wanting to pick the new one up (because fuck Samsung and Apple) but ASUS just announced they're basically shutting Zenfone down and the 10 is the last phone of the series, so I've been having second thoughts. Thinking maybe the Galaxy S23 isn't THAT bad of an option... Knowing someone as knowledgeable as you is using or even just prefers the Zenfone would probably sway my decision.
@bruhvistan9001
Жыл бұрын
You're better off with calyxOS until the grapheneOS dev goes to get treatment for his psychosis
@sixtyinsix
Жыл бұрын
Regarding the keyboard and typing: Makes me wonder how much Nokia thumb typing muscle memory I still have after all these years.
@lowwastehighmelanin
Жыл бұрын
I'm interested in this and I had no idea it existed, thanks Henry! I was dreading having to get a larger phone when my iPhone 13 mini dies. My sister and I are always looking for more private means of communicating even if it's just with each other. This would be a good device to use during Defcon once Signal works properly on it.
@MikeWood
Жыл бұрын
Good starting point and I like the design. But no camera for QR codes ...If this was a $100 burner phone and it had a Blackberry or Sidekick QWERTY... Typing messages OG style T9 is a deal breaker.
@eurekaelijah
Ай бұрын
I use the MP02 as a secondary device when I want to disconnect. I'm still working on cleaning up my tech life, so maybe I will make it my only device some day. But, as just a dumbphone it is great. Works great, feels great. Looks great. I love it. I actually enjoy T9 typing. I guess it is nostalgia or something. No regrets.
@altrogeruvah
Жыл бұрын
Interesting device, but yeah, even though I can understand the high price tag, it's not really justifiable when you compare it to what's available out there.
@speakertwentytwo
Жыл бұрын
If it had a rear camera so you can use Signal on multiple devices, and you can take basic photos (it's the memory or utility that counts, not the quality), the MP02 would be a very compelling option.
@MrAndMrsGrover
11 ай бұрын
Do you know if there is a device that essentially has these specs?
@MrAndMrsGrover
11 ай бұрын
I guess they could make a way to simply input a QR code, instead of having to actually use a camera.. I'm glad this KZitemr points this issue out clearly! My only/main drawback for not getting the Punkt.
@speakertwentytwo
11 ай бұрын
@@MrAndMrsGrover There are plenty of 'dumbphones' that don't run Android and have features like cameras and web browsers, but because they don't run Android, they also don't support Signal. It's a catch-22. The Light Phone supports Android apps if I recall correctly and might have a camera. You'll have to check.
@MrAndMrsGrover
11 ай бұрын
@@speakertwentytwo Hi, thanks for responding. I don't really want a camera or webbrowser, just Signal (with Desktop support :)). So there really is no perfect one phone out there, of course, which means I will have to divide it across multiple phones, as I do currently. Perhaps you could help me out: I'm looking for a minimalist, preferrably open-source, dumbphone - actual dumb, not feature - that can run 4G. I wouldn't mind using an old Nokia as daily driver, except the providers here in the EU no longer support 2G. Thanks!
@renzokukenleneyoyo522
5 ай бұрын
I was about to pull the trigger on the punkt because of minimalism and signal and the issue you raised is monumental! Thanks for the review and cheers from Costa Rica!
@snowah975
Жыл бұрын
Please make a video guide/tutorial on your exact iPhone setup and how to dumb it down!
@techlore
Жыл бұрын
Edit, here it is: kzitem.info/news/bejne/lYCZxaOXiZZiZ2k
@-someone-.
Жыл бұрын
All the extra “goodies” you get with the similarity priced “smart phones” like voice recognition speech stuff, 17 cameras, 6 microphones, blood & urine sample analyser etc are literally free compared to the PUNKT ...free for a reason👀 I’m getting a PUNKT.
@gustavofigueiredo1798
Жыл бұрын
That's definitely fair to point out, and I thought the same. However it wouldn't hurt to have some of those functionalities available, if they were to get implemented in a secure way.
@-someone-.
Жыл бұрын
@@gustavofigueiredo1798 remember Edward Snowden’s philosophy? Remove all cameras. Just carry a smartphone if you want cameras etc 👍just my opinion.
@gustavofigueiredo1798
Жыл бұрын
"If only" they would fix the issues it has right now, and add an mp3 player + headphone jack + sd card slot AND a qwerty (sliding?) keyboard... it'd be close to perfection IMHO.
@davidprock904
Жыл бұрын
Please tell the makers of this phone about my idea! After knowing about the 'CharaChorder One', What if you could do that for the keys, so the key with ABC, a if the left direction, b is the up direction, c is the right direction, and for the number would be the down direction or a press
@videooblivion
4 ай бұрын
This is called a "feature phone". And its internet capabilities include using it as a hotspot. The Pigeon client is made possible by other means of support, not the purchase cost.
@Pinko-Diamond
Жыл бұрын
i'd be willing to pay at least that much if it had a pop out keyboard like the ol sidekick.
@An.Individual
Жыл бұрын
Does it allow you to create a new signal account without giving them a phone number?
@akash_gupta
Жыл бұрын
I want this so bad! But can't get over the fact that my full-fledged Samsung smartphone that has been working reliably for 3 years now cost $200.
@benhays6488
Жыл бұрын
Are there any dumb phones that are cheaper in price that you would recommend? Thanks for the video!
@techlore
Жыл бұрын
Not that's I've personally used/tested. But I'd recommend Jose's channel as he's the dumbphone pro!
@reesericdotci
Жыл бұрын
I'd buy it in a heartbeat if the support was for Matrix and not Signal. Matrix doesn't have that syncing issue & is actually open.
@techlore
Жыл бұрын
I'd love the option for either 👍
@arisoda
Жыл бұрын
hugely agree. This would be epic. I also hope the battery life is 2+ weeks
@MrAndMrsGrover
11 ай бұрын
Hi Techlore, thanks for the clear video pointing out the poignant current issue with MP02, next to its merits. In my own interest: would you say it is more likely that Punkt will introduce a software workaround - or that they will release an MP03, with camera, that enables Signal Desktop support. Thanks in advance!
@manuel0578
5 ай бұрын
Dude, people used to be able to type faster on T9 keyboards than on touch keyboards.
@bibleburner
Жыл бұрын
It would be better if it had a qwerty keypad like a blackberry
@realVampyToast
Жыл бұрын
It would be neat if they added voice typing it would fix the typing issues
@ah-64apache84
Жыл бұрын
with all of those drawbacks, just save the money and get any 10$ dumbphone if you are willing to accept those, you can accept not having signal either for 290$ less
@junaid2606
Жыл бұрын
Can you plug in an external webcam to use as a camera to scan QR codes?
@slickfiz
Жыл бұрын
I'd like to know if it has something like T9 dictionary & predictive text? Also does it have a dual SIM version & removable battery?
@GamingManiacMan
5 ай бұрын
It has both t9 and predictive in its settings It doesn't have a dual sim and I'm pretty sure it doesn't have a removable battery
@rokyo401
2 ай бұрын
Usually, I would consider "no cameras" as a *good* thing 😃 I wish there was a phone like this but with a Blackberry-like qwerty keyboard and USB-dockable camera, which you can *choose* to connect (when you need it) or leave in the desk drawer.
@Spiralnebel_GB
Жыл бұрын
I love the idea to have a mobile device that got reduced to the max but personally i would miss a feature to stream music the most. Going back flasging cards or sticks would be no option for me.
@NamiberGames
Жыл бұрын
If Bluetooth seems to work for this device, wouldn't it be able to connect to a Bluetooth camera (only to setup Signal) ?
@UsualYaddaYadda
Жыл бұрын
Yea, that was the workaround that seemed obvious...if you can connect a BT keyboard...
@drendelous
Жыл бұрын
if privacy is that sensitive and important, why making the phone cost so much with so many limitations?
@laurencefraser
Жыл бұрын
Smaller production runs cost more per unit, which is probably a significant part of the cost. The lack of a camera, however, is a significant failing, given that dumb phones in general had them for... quite some time, prior to smart phones being a thing (even if they could often only send the images to other similarly capable phones via what amounted to an oversized text message, though I think the later ones had sensible ways to transfer them to your PC), so it's not like it's not at least a mostly solved problem.
@JerzyLasica
6 ай бұрын
It must have a camera. That's not either or. I am not a camera guy, rarely take pictures, BUT for qr codes (menus, information, registration...), situations ""hey, I got this problem (picture)", scanning of text...
@hopelessdecoy
Жыл бұрын
I say instead of wasting money on this (unless you really need it) help support Linux on phones. In the end it will have more features, more privacy and you can customize it as much as you can customize Linux (which is a lot). Pine Phone I hope someday gets feature complete and a real option, it might already be better than this in a number of ways.
@techlore
Жыл бұрын
While I definitely agree with the overall sentiment and this is *currently* the case. I feel the end-goal of both of these devices is drastically different. Linux phones seem to have the goal of eventually being competitive to the average smartphone. As of today they fall so short that they're comparable to the Punkt :P But as Linux phones develop I imagine there will be fewer and fewer similarities between the two. Just my 2c. I think these intentionally minimal devices will be here to stay as an alternative to the smartphone. They prioritize focus.
@hopelessdecoy
Жыл бұрын
@@techlore good point! Some people will always want this just a phone product category.
@gustavofigueiredo1798
Жыл бұрын
The ending (edit: actually @7:08) of this video reminded me: Henry, will you be doing a "tour" of your smartphone setup and workflow in the future?
@techlore
Жыл бұрын
Possibly, but likely on my personal channel (if I do)
@gustavofigueiredo1798
Жыл бұрын
@@techlore Ok. Thanks!
@techlore
Жыл бұрын
kzitem.info/news/bejne/lYCZxaOXiZZiZ2k Here ya go!
@xristo702
9 ай бұрын
Do the batteries still suck on them?
@SAFT_NB
Жыл бұрын
How about temporarily connecting a PC Webcam to the USB C port on the phone using an adapter .
@vicjose
3 ай бұрын
I got my grandma this phone and they are roasting her at the nursing home
@typingcat
8 ай бұрын
I don't know why without QR, you can't use it. QR is nothing but a machine-friendly way to transfer a small bytes of data. If it has no camera, there could be various other ways to acquire the same data. For example, the sender (the one that is showing the QR code) can simply encode the data in Morse code and play it through its speaker. Punkt can record the sound and decode it back to the original bytes.
@yagooliver15
Жыл бұрын
I loved the idea and concept, but, NO WAY pay 300 euros for it, I think 80 euros or less would be a fair price.
@mikeuk1927
Жыл бұрын
Heck, even 150, considering they are a small company and they don't get the benefits of mass manufacturing and all. But 300 is waaay too much...
@Nakla
Жыл бұрын
It would be absolutely terrible in terms of security if it only cost 80 bucks Don't buy these devices at all
@RedFidgetSpinner07-r5b
2 ай бұрын
I have to get one of these things. Over the years I’ve noticed that I only use my iPad when going online. If I was using the iPhone it was because I was making a phone call or reading/sending basic text messages. The only problem is I highly depend on ordering Uber/Lyft. Something I’m gonna have to figure out🤔
@aosth5
Жыл бұрын
Love the design and color! Reminds me of the nextbit robin. Hate everything else :^)
@impermanenthuman8427
Жыл бұрын
What’s the name of your best latest vid for best phone and setup process? Interested in how you setup your debloated smart phone and why you chose that over some of the other privacy/security focused phone operating systems? Thanks
@techlore
Жыл бұрын
never done a video like this, but if I do it'll likely be on my personal channel
@impermanenthuman8427
Жыл бұрын
@@techlore even a 2 phone system might be better? One focused on compatibility and usability and the other security/privacy depending on what you need the tool for at the time 🤔
@techlore
Жыл бұрын
kzitem.info/news/bejne/lYCZxaOXiZZiZ2k Just made a video covering my phone. And yes you can always use multiple devices for different uses :P
@gustavofigueiredo1798
Жыл бұрын
Interesting. I'll be keeping an eye out for this device and it's parent company in the future. Simmilar to the Framework laptop, their product is going in the right direction, it's not perfect, but close. And while I can't afford to spend that ammount of money, especially it being an imperfect product, right now, I'll do it when it makes sense. It's good to know of the existence of these things, knowing there are options is great!
@MartinDerTolle
Жыл бұрын
Soo their Signal client should totally have the ability for you to type the QR content manually
@RomanAround_3201
5 ай бұрын
You keep talking about it but I still don’t understand what pigeon signal is
@mc4ndr3
6 ай бұрын
Privacy goes out the window with any cell phone. Cell service necessarily places you on a location grid visible to police and hackers.
@hdtravel1
4 ай бұрын
Very cool device and concept - hopefully a new version will support 5G and also the Verizon network.
@horacebones493
5 ай бұрын
I’d honestly just buy a flip phone, which is still possible. It has an aesthetic, simple and nostalgic.
@AG-en5y
11 ай бұрын
Didn't they stop supporting the older version of MP02 ?
@RamsteinPoplaski
Жыл бұрын
They could maybe add a scanner or a small camera at the top of the phone which would make it interesting to see
@sean640
Жыл бұрын
I have the punkt mp02 and now just use a grapheneos pixel 7. Another thing i would do is have my punkt, and make a hotspot to connect my wifi only pixel to it only when i needed to. Eh
@GmailNexus
8 ай бұрын
A serious encrypted messenger needs a Blackberry Keyboard
@Dwigt_Rortugal
28 күн бұрын
I'm thinking of starting my kid on this as their first cell phone. They're likely going to think they've gotten punkt.
@Grace17893
10 ай бұрын
Love it brother God bless you
@MatthewCobalt
Жыл бұрын
I just want a phone that is a Blackberry Style OS and Keyboard. These "twelve button typers" are the worst to communicate anything more complicated than a three word sentence. Bluetooth keyboards aren't a good alternative inless you wanna do a minimalist writer setup. Privacy is one thing, but if it's hard to use then it just makes it less of an insensitive to use generally. Locking yourself to a service that require people with the same device is gonna limit everyone's use cases.
@MatthewCobalt
Жыл бұрын
I still have an 8520 that is in pretty rough shape, but it's still alive and is a way better experience than that device. I'm still going to wait for the blackberry successor.
@Vamosmac
Жыл бұрын
The work around is an led camera
@MonerBilly
3 ай бұрын
No camera? Sounds good
@darknetworld
Жыл бұрын
I guess it pros and cons to them. What about the pine phone they do better some degree.
@Neavris
Жыл бұрын
A dock that allows a small removable usb camera to be plugged in on top would be good.
@CoffeeMonster98
2 ай бұрын
What kind of phone do you have?
@doctordutch
11 ай бұрын
Does it allow you to dictate text?
@adamgarlow5347
8 ай бұрын
touchscreens arent that bad for phones (I threw up a little just typing that). On screen keyboards with swipe are miles better than the old days of hitting a button multiple times. I just wish there were more that supported a minimal OS and more older smartphone style hardware in between this and a new phone. For any manufactures listening, I'd like a small screen (4.5" diagonal would be fine), thickness should be bellow 20mm but striving for thin is bad, some sort of rear facing camera, a 3.5mm jack, a removable SD card, a removable battery, and possibly user-upgradable modem like the liberty phone. GPS for navigation is a nice to have I suppose. Apps should be as minimal as possible, a calculator, an end to end messaging client, email, web browser, and possibly an authenticator. No google services at all, no phoning home usage statistics, just insert sim card and have fun.
@raymond2136
Жыл бұрын
why not plug in an external camera on the punkt
@aathivive
11 ай бұрын
can never get this pigeon messenger to work. not reliable when travelling
@konsul2006
Ай бұрын
How is the bluetooth and car infotainment support? Does it support syncing phonebook with the car (volkswagen, ford, etc)? Does it work with bluetooth Phonebook access profile (PbAP) for automotive Hands-Free use? New "dumb" Nokia phones do not fully work in my car!
@JasonThorneMagicLAMP
2 ай бұрын
It also needs a 3.5mm headphone jack
@DarkLink606
Жыл бұрын
Why not making a dumb phone with qwerty physical keyboard?
@dukirps
4 ай бұрын
Nokia still have the best dumb phone designs. If only they weren’t on Kai OS, they wouldn’t be so slow
@ah-64apache84
Жыл бұрын
i'm all for small startups and self made privacy focussed stuff, but this is just a bad product and nowhere near worth $399
@ChaceBonanno
10 ай бұрын
Is there t9 word?
@joelwylde
8 ай бұрын
get me one with a qwerty keyboard and I'm sold.
@vsk5573
3 ай бұрын
The problem with light phone and this punkt phone is they are overpriced. We have nokia feature phones with all these features and some are having payment feature ( atleast) in india.
@adstix
Жыл бұрын
Physical or e-sim? VPN compatible?
@slightlytwistedagain
Жыл бұрын
Have you tried the GreenTouch Mindful phone? It might be right up your ally in terms of a stripped down modern phone.
@techlore
Жыл бұрын
I haven't but it looks like a cool phone! Lack of E2EE messaging/calls would probably be the main reason I wouldn't use it just taking a quick look.
@himangshudas3924
Жыл бұрын
Really liked the design till you turned it around. Would have liked it if it were a lil bit thinner.
@beyondsquid
Жыл бұрын
I want a phone of "average intelligence" that has email, camera, nice size keyboard (hardware of screen version) but limited apps and no browser. LightPhone gets closer but on-screen keyboard is not workable for my big fingers. I currently use Screen Time function of Iphone to get this but of course all the privacy issues come with that device.
@rejvaik00
Жыл бұрын
Kinda sad we have to shop out of being spied on now sadly
@johnny_bravo9990
6 ай бұрын
What is signal account
@onestopviewfiles
Жыл бұрын
4:18 why not a Bluetooth camera?
@oskari3659
Жыл бұрын
I actually like it has no camera. Other issues and price are dealbreaker, otherwise I would get it as second phone.
@digitaldealer
Жыл бұрын
I know a lot of hom boyz in the crip, who would gladly pay that kinda money for a phone like that. 🙂
@Fan_of_Ado
Жыл бұрын
Is it open source (the hardware and OS)? Chances of it being a honeypot?
@debbiewofford7021
Жыл бұрын
These phones are not accessible to blind people!!! That is to say they cannot be used nonvisually. That like the I Phone. That doesn't mean they can't be. It just means the developers don't. 8:23
@techlore
Жыл бұрын
Do you have resources I could dive into to learn more about how to assess if something keeps accessibility into consideration? I'm so far removed from this and it would help me be able to possibly consider this in future reviews
@dirk6136
3 ай бұрын
This is a good phone in an ideal world when everybody would be using Signal. Unfortunately in the real world I can not do without WhatsApp for example. I would highly miss Google translate and Google Maps. So, if I get really worried about my privacy I will trade my iPhone for an Android alternative. I agree the smartphone was a disaster.
@gsgrzegorz98
Жыл бұрын
This is far too stripped down to my taste. Basically if you need to do anything else but write messages or call (which in 2023 you most likely do) you need to carry another phone which kind of defeats the point. I wouldn't even be able to buy it for my grandpa because it doesn't have a camera for taking pictures. IMO with the state the minimalist devices are in now it is far better to just buy a smartphone, slap a custom rom on it and don't install anything but bare minimum of apps.
@John-Smith02
Жыл бұрын
I bought 2 Pixel 6a phones off swappa in Mint condition for roughly $200 - $220(because of shipping and tax) each. $300 for a dumb phone is just dumb.
@onestopviewfiles
Жыл бұрын
6:41 sms is the backup option
@TechnologyGeek862
Жыл бұрын
I get why it’s expensive but still nope for me. Maybe 100$ not a cent more.
@michaelcorcoran8768
Жыл бұрын
Yeah I was thinking 150 would be the maximum price and even that is a boutique price for a premium dumb phone. It's pretty ridiculous what kind of phone you can get from Android for $300 these days. You can even find Pixel 7 pros for 350 on the resale market and I recognize those are not privacy focused devices but you can use custom ROMs with most models
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