Gen Z Is Going To Love Commodore's New Minimalist Flip Phone
The Commodore Callback 8020 is a minimalist flip phone designed to combat digital distraction. It blocks web browsers and social media while maintaining essential app support. The device is now available for pre-order.
What changed
The device is now officially available for pre-order and its operating system is identified as Sailfish OS.
Live updates
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Commodore Callback 8020 Flip Phone Opens for Pre-order
confidence 95%The Commodore Callback 8020 is a minimalist flip phone designed to combat digital distraction. It blocks web browsers and social media while maintaining essential app support. The device is now available for pre-order.
What's confirmed:
- The Commodore Callback 8020 is a flip phone.
- The device blocks social media and web browsers.
- The Callback 8020 is available for pre-order.
- The phone uses Sailfish OS.
- The current price of the device is $399.
Still unconfirmed:
- The handset serves as a halfway point between a modern smartphone and a traditional dumbphone.
- The phone allows users to play retro games.
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Commodore Lowers Callback 8020 Price Ahead of June 30 Launch
confidence 100%Commodore reduced the starting price of the Callback 8020 flip phone by $100 following customer outcry. The Linux-based device blocks social media and web browsers to help users avoid smartphone addiction. Pre-orders begin on June 30.
What's confirmed:
- The starting price for select Callback 8020 models is now $399.
- Commodore reduced the price by $100 after users requested a more accessible entry point.
- The device will be available for order starting June 30.
- The Callback 8020 is a Linux-based flip phone that blocks web browsers and social media apps.
Still unconfirmed:
- The price drop for the Callback 8020 involves several trade-offs.
- The device price makes it more of a collector's item than a real dumb phone.
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Commodore Launches Callback 8020 Minimalist Flip Phone
confidence 90%Commodore has introduced the Callback 8020, a Linux-based flip phone designed for digital detox. The device blocks web browsers and social media apps to discourage doom scrolling. It targets Gen Z and users seeking a break from constant mobile distractions.
What's confirmed:
- The Callback 8020 is a Linux-based flip phone.
- The device blocks social media and web browsers.
- The phone starts at $499 and is available in five retro colorways.
- The device runs 99% of Android apps.
- The Callback 8020 includes a camera, music, maps, Telegram, and WhatsApp.
- The phone is marketed as a tool for digital detox and to stop doom scrolling.
Still unconfirmed:
- The device offers a de-Googled experience.
- Commodore claims nobody could sell the device for less than $500.