Much respect for showing ways to make smartphone usage more minimal. I've seen a lot of people with social media addictions thinking smartphones are the problem and moving to a dumb phone thinking it will fix everything, only to be frustrated by the limitations they impose. Dumb phones are not for everyone and it's great that you're showing people they don't need to give up their smartphone just to reduce their usage of it.
@guilhermematos8503 Жыл бұрын
Eu não consigo entender o vídeo porque eu falo português. Mas eu traduzi o seu comentário. Eu sou uma pessoa viciada em smartphone e estava pensando em comprar um celular simples só para ligar e mandar SMS. Eu não consigo controlar o meu uso no smartphone. Eu admito, sou um viciado! Isso consome todo o tempo da minha vida! Eu realmente preciso de ajuda!
@user-ge5dk8qv9p Жыл бұрын
How are you the only guy on KZfaq making these videos just like we need! 🎉🎉🎉 thank you :)
@redshed2020 Жыл бұрын
I have been using a degoogled Graphene OS Pixel with almost nothing on it for the past year, which has really helped break my smartphone addiction. All I use is podcasts and music and magic maps and my home security app. I love your channel, really helps people detox and figure out what works for them.
@CameronPak Жыл бұрын
I love that you call the LP2 a lifestyle change device, bc it truly is. Just started #GoingLight recently. It's been so crazy to not be behind a screen all day. Very freeing and I have a lot of time to just reflect and be present in the moment. I also started calling smartphones "pocket computers with phone capabilities", because they truly are that. I don't need a pocket computer most days. I need a phone so I can connect with loved ones. That's all. Great video!
@anonymousperson5559 Жыл бұрын
well said
@rob2662 Жыл бұрын
Why didn’t you buy a 60 dollar Nokia? I think the LP2 is unnecessary expensive. In the end it is all about disconnecting and not about a fashion hype like the LP2.
@disinter3181 Жыл бұрын
@@rob2662 just my .02 - I just sold my iPhone 12 Pro Max and ordered a Light Phone 2. After weighing the options I decided the LP2 was the better choice over a regular feature phone due to the super simple UI and E-ink screen. I want the device that replaces my smartphone to be as simplistic as possible - a lot of the really cheap feature phones still have a lot of pre-loaded bloatware and spyware crammed in there. Lastly, I think what Light Phone Inc is doing is worth supporting - I would rather give my money to a small company run by a handful of people trying to do something different than another huge corporation.
@walda6446 Жыл бұрын
I’ve been checking in on your channel all year and I just wanted to say thank you. Last January I accepted the fact that I due have an addiction to my iPhone and it fucking sucks. I’ve been so unhappy. I decided I was gonna get a dumb phone a year ago and have yet but coming back to this channel every so often and rewatching your reviews, I think I’m ready to take the leap. 😊
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
Good luck on the journey!
@buffalorevolver6473 Жыл бұрын
How did you get on
@LegendaryMaoMao20 Жыл бұрын
This is the only KZfaq video that goes through the best devices for minimalism! :)❤️ Great video mate! And also wanting to add to the qwerty keyboard phone honorable mentions, is the Blackberry Key2 and Key2 LE, I know they're both a bit old, but they're really robust and sometimes older is better, I recommend the LE version of it :) btw I've bought that F22 pro and gave it to my little sister, she absolutely love it, thank you so much!!👍❤️ Tbh I want one myself but I already have a minimalist Android phone oof :)
@ari_is_sorry Жыл бұрын
Waited all year for this video! I've gone back and forth with the light phone and my iphone (with the apps I don't want to use uninstalled). My biggest reason I couldn't use the light phone for more than a month at a time (tried it three seperate times over 1.5 years) is because the GPS/Mapping didn't work well enough and I got SO lost SO often. Everything else worked fantastically. Defintiely considering some of these transition devices as I try to lessen my time even more!
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
They will be improving the directions this Q1 2023, so keep the LP2 close by :)
@ari_is_sorry Жыл бұрын
@@JoseBriones Yes!!! It's close by, can't wait to try it out again! The form factor is the best!
@xiomara4775 Жыл бұрын
If you get an old android phone with an old android version, most fancy apps would not be compatible so you get stuck to basics. It's like a feature phone, but reusing an old device.
@LifeofBrad1 Жыл бұрын
I can't believe people are paying so much for these phones, especially the really basic ones. I bought a Nokia 5310 (2020) new in box for £15 ($18) in 2021.
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
Different markets have different options that work. Many of the inexpensive devices simply do not work in North America anymore.
@ivankraskovic452 Жыл бұрын
Great video as always. One minor correction regarding the beginning of the video - Android custom Rom - 2:05 minutes of the video. Not all android phones have option going through this modification. Only certain android devices have options to be custom modified with different ROM. From all of the latest and new devices that are on the current cellphone market, Google Pixel devices at the moment are the only one that can be modified to Graphene OS or CalyxOS. Some older devices have support with Lineage OS and CyanogenMod. The problem and issue with the custom ROM is that is limited to enthusiasts. General population doesn't have an idea about this, otherwise we will have a plethora of other devices that can offer this feature. Thank you for bringing this particular topic to this video.
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
Thanks for that!
@marieamelieforrer472 Жыл бұрын
I just switched to a Cubot Pocket and it is an amazing transitioning device, I did not really use my phone that much so I didn't feel the need to switch to a dumbphone completely but I still wanted a good gps, spotify, whatsapp and nfc payment. It does the job perfectly, the battery lasts 1 to 2 days and i can hold it with one hand. I am so happy with it. Only complain is that the screen is not the most responsive but I personnaly don't care about those things.
@sargera1 Жыл бұрын
all the thing we would want from a kaios but google looks like ditching it
@ostrowele4 ай бұрын
Great video, I was looking for an exact comparison and walk-through like yours!
@sav1050 Жыл бұрын
Just bought the LP2 since it’s on sale. Used a flip phone for a year but then it broke. Went back to my iphone but have been looking for something to transition back to. Was interested in the MP02 for a long time but after looking into the LP2 I was really impressed. The GPS tool was the deciding factor for me. The ability to have it just in case so I can truly use it as an everyday phone. Thanks for the video!
@ritadyer9295 Жыл бұрын
Do you know if these phones have a camera? All I really want is talk, text, maps, camera. I’m trying to transition into not spending too much time on my iPhone. I deleted Fb app and deactivated Fb. KZfaq also consumes my time. And shopping! I no longer want my email And all connections on my phone. Thanks for any advice!
@marcoffkx7389 Жыл бұрын
Best video on KZfaq for sure! Thanks again for everything, Jose And Merry Christmas From Brazil 🇧🇷
@shubhamjani2509 Жыл бұрын
i don't get it why would you pay more than 300$ for a phone like that where you can get phones just like that in a very cheap price
@eccentrix5026 Жыл бұрын
This is the first video I watched from your channel. Instantly subscribed.
@kobe3576 Жыл бұрын
Uninstalling stuff from your iPhone to make it "dumb" is the same as being addicted to your PlayStation and hiding the controller in a drawer. If you are addicted, you know that you will get back that controller from the drawer, the same you will reinstall the apps and stuff.
@AlexanderY18 Жыл бұрын
The Nokia 2780 has one issue which really made me give it up. You cannot dial the initials of a contact so it should bring it up on the screen, you have to remember the numbers. This is a feature every other flip phone has.
@Zenguy89 Жыл бұрын
Or you could go to the contact list 🤦🏾♂️
@ruthiejocarpenter584 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the promo code! I was sitting down to finally order the Light phone 2, after years of dreaming about it (I wouldn't replace my previous phone until necessary), and that 10% really made a difference. Can't wait to use the Light phone!
@MrCashoos Жыл бұрын
I don't see the point on "lifestyle change" devices when you can buy a CHEAPER basic chinese phone with the same barebones functions.
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
Yeah. Those cheap Chinese devices may not work everywhere and have any support from carriers or the companies themselves if they break
@nupagagyi Жыл бұрын
I get why are dumb phones are great, but why so expensive? I mean 300 usd for a phone which only does calls, texts, calendar and calculator. That's insane in my opinion.
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
Not all are super expensive. The expensive ones are due to customer service and support. They have it and it’s good instead of buying something that’s $50 and never hearing from the company again.
@Friday_V7 Жыл бұрын
Id like to mention if you have an Android you can download incredibly minimal launchers that help with this as well 😁
@z1pbomb Жыл бұрын
I found mLauncher recently and its all ive wanted. Its a 2mb launcher with quick launch and app list. A couple gestures and thats it.
@DaddyResonance Жыл бұрын
"Simpletools" on android 👌
@blackrockshooter. Жыл бұрын
That's what I use! Gives it a feel similar to a light phone but I can have messaging apps I need to keep in touch with my friends, and can get rid of any distracting apps alongside it
@shannonlewis1453 Жыл бұрын
Question. how do you update apps if you delete the play store?
@SanTenChan Жыл бұрын
Answer: *NOWHERE* 😂
@Benjamin-om3ih Жыл бұрын
The only thing stopping me from buying the light phone is it does not have expandable storage for music. Otherwise its a perfect device. I might even have bought it if it was half the price but I cant justify that price without the music. Great video though, thanks
@nohotfix Жыл бұрын
what do you think is the best dumb phone for music? this is one of my concerns as well.
@strayferal Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the vid. I actually have the blue Nokia (mine is black). Did an unboxing video on my channel. But the dumbphones are far from the very basic needs of the customers in 2022. If you remember the 2000s, the phones back then were far superior than the current dumbphones. The most needed feature is a good battery. My Nokia lasts, but dies very unexpectedly when it the battery is low. Not an easy to use device. So I don't use it. My wife had the same and also stopped to use it.
@morgantrias3103 Жыл бұрын
So nice to see someone positively feature the Unihertz titan. The only smartphone on the market.
@TheOneWithTheSling Жыл бұрын
Bro this reminds me with the good old days
@Housestationlive Жыл бұрын
none of them are design for texting. only the lightphones looks like to have a bigger screen, convenient for the virtual keyboard in landscape mode. but the unihertz ahs too many features if you're only looking for texting and nothing else.
@theunknowngamer2397 Жыл бұрын
The light phone is easily my pick. I’ve had many of the phones featured here and more that weren’t like the AGM M7 and Sunbeam F1, but the Light Phone is the most unique with its E-Ink screen and super thin build. I get a full 2 days of battery minimum out of it and never dropped a call on T-Mobile.
@michaelsegal3558 Жыл бұрын
2 of the phones in the lifestyle change category look like old school calculators
@Ellipsis115 Жыл бұрын
4:42 Great for transitioning away from watching content on the phone. Makes me think I might not even want my laptop to be a 2 in 1 as I might use it for a similar purpose.
@TigerVent Жыл бұрын
Really appreciate your vids! The reason I just bought a Light Phone 2! Hoping I love it 🤞
@jirt36 Жыл бұрын
Dumbphones are a great topic man, love your videos :D
@TheRealSimeon Жыл бұрын
This is exactly the video I wanted to see! Been thinking a lot about ditching smartphones and moving back to dumbphones
@neiljohnson6815 Жыл бұрын
When I ditched my smart phone, I got a Consumer Cellular flip phone for $20.00 if I remember correctly. I can talk and text, period. Love it.
@michaelsegal3558 Жыл бұрын
I can’t believe the same company that makes big heavy construction trucks also made cell phones
@Musicman43511 ай бұрын
Switching from the Galaxy Z Flip5 to the Unihertz Titan Pocket. Mostly for the screen ratio and the keyboard. A lot of people have said that it takes 5-7 scrolls just to read one instagram/facebook post which I think is perfect! Its definitely nice to check on social media every once in a while. But I wont be as tempted if I have to scroll so much.
@rkcthatsme Жыл бұрын
Your dumb phone reviews are the BEST! love this new digital minimalism revolution
@c.p.t.311 Жыл бұрын
I really enjoy your tests and thoughts, but could you maybe mention language input more often? For those of us that does not operate in a english language on the day to day.
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
Good idea. I'll keep that in mind for the future!
@mohamedmostafamohamedmahbo5706 Жыл бұрын
The feature phone is the best At least you have a camera mp3 player 3.5 audio jack
@zvirose471111 ай бұрын
Great comparison!!
@jaywhite1141 Жыл бұрын
I'm ditching my iPhone and going back to a basic feature phone because my anxiety with my iPhone and smart phone in general has really changed me and I don't like it so with that being said I've decided to go back to a basic phone
@SanTenChan Жыл бұрын
Really a greatest review 👍🏻
@sardinecan123 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this!
@CompactDisc_700MB Жыл бұрын
Pretty good video. I was considering a Nokia 225 4g or 2780 flip. Also a rooted and custom ROM android device might be a good option.
@TLM860 Жыл бұрын
A rom for the jelly device or the cat s22 would be perfect!
@pay9011 Жыл бұрын
Beware, the browser on the 225 cannot handle most current web pages at all.
@zwanorama Жыл бұрын
2780 has KaiOS and WhatsApp. 225 has not. But the key should be only calling and texting. What is the use if you have to browse on such a tiny slow screen. Then you get frustrated, you throw the dumbphone away and younger on the smartphone again. What I do: 1. I remove my simcard from my smartphone. I now can still use WhatsApp on WiFi. 2. When I go out I use my Nokia 225 for calling and texting. No more connected and tracking fuss underway… 3. When I come home I read my messages. If things are really important, someone will call me. 4. Or I download Spotify songs and take the smartphone on airplane mode with me, as a music player and sometimes as a camera. Now you maybe have the best of both worlds.
@northernswedenstories1028 Жыл бұрын
I think these kind of devices that still run on android are the bare minimum for people like me. Here in Sweden it is almost impossible to live without one. Need to take the bus or train? Need a phone. Need to send someone money or do some banking? Need a phone. Moreover, many websites in Sweden authorise you by using something called bank id which has your identity details and personal identification number linked to it. All of these things are a grade A pain in the arse to do without a smart phone. So my game plan is to simply find the best android phone possible that is as small as possible to make it horrible to use but still practical
@Mourne84 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Jose, always up to date :-)
@zvell636 Жыл бұрын
Kyocera is coming out with a new flip phone tomorrow.
@kp3. Жыл бұрын
Where did you find that info ? Just curious
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
Cool. I'll look into it.
@TLM860 Жыл бұрын
How do you know that? I've heard good things about the duraxve
@ExtrovertCandii Жыл бұрын
Hello! I’m new to dumbphones, I hope someone in the comments can help me with my queries ^^ I’m in Singapore, and one of the ones I can find easily is LG Wine Smart and LG Ice Cream Smart. There’s a few other options like Energiser phones. Otherwise, a lot of dumbphones talked about online is difficult for me to find. Would any of these 2 LG phones still be okay in this year? I just need Whatsapp to work, mainly as nobody here really texts or call normally anymore. I’m not particularly tech-savvy, so I’d appreciate any advice! Otherwise, I might try to find a Xiaomi Qin phone, though those 2 phones are far easier for me to find rn.
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
Xiaomi is best if you need apps like WhatsApp.
@TheTuareg Жыл бұрын
I use a Google Pixel phone with no social media apps or something like that for a couple of years already. Thus, I still have a good camera to take pictures of my child. I have navigation, online banking and Whatsapp for connecting to other people. That's it
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
Glad it is working for you!
@nirgunawish Жыл бұрын
the nokia express music seems very nice, i wear earbuds most of the time outside to be more functional
@kerasrc6230 Жыл бұрын
Great video, so few on dumbphones. I have the Qin F21 pro and can sideload just about any app! Only thing I don't like is that I can't get multitap instead of T9. The T9 is not very intuitive and it's a pain to scroll thru the word options. Had to resort to a virtual keyboard. I see why people are looking for a QWERTY. I miss BB too.
@DannyK1992 Жыл бұрын
In my country the only people who use these are those demographics: 1. Ultra religious people who abstain from the internet 2. Kids whose parents want to protect them from an unregulated use of smartphones and the internet 3. Drug dealers who use them as burners
@raijinrasetsuii8820 Жыл бұрын
honestly sir, it all comes down to personal discipline. I own 2 Android phones but I never have a problem of being buried in using them because I know my limits. I use it for calls, messaging, web based communication. KZfaq is my main social media platform. podcasts and KZfaq keep me entertained while working in the office or doing household chores with some music on the side.I don't care about The Metaverse coz it is toxic. TikTok is just a dumpster fire. gaming is done only in spurts. when I need to sleep, the phone is on the bedside table. so yeah, everything boils down to personal discipline. basic phones are for those who have no discipline or have very slim budgets.
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
It’s a personal preference. Some of us just prefer simple phones, but discipline is definitely a part of it.
@TLM860 Жыл бұрын
Someone needs to sell android phones that have all the bloat taken out (like Google play services) or create a special ROM for small and flip style android phones. I'm sure there would be a market for it
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
Ghostmode.us does this.
@angyejones2954 Жыл бұрын
Rob Braxman Tech on youtube (his website offers degoogled phones or they can provide a service to degoogle some specific Android models).
@redshed2020 Жыл бұрын
You can buy degoogled phones. Or you can make your own. I have a Pixel 4 with Graphene OS. Zero google services.
@TLM860 Жыл бұрын
@@redshed2020 I meant for feature/flip phone devices that run android. Something that is both portable, non distracting and at the same time you have access to android apps through some place like fdroid.
@TLM860 Жыл бұрын
@Pete Testube You would need either micro g or sandboxed google play services to pull something like that off.
@MarcosCodas Жыл бұрын
Been waiting for this!
@burkanx5546 Жыл бұрын
The Cat S22 is a great cell. Been using it for over 6 months now. I still wish I could use my Motorola Startac though. This'll do until I figure out how to gutt out the Startac's hardware so it'll function on 4G networks.
@thecheeseman31415 Жыл бұрын
How bulky is the s22 in your pocket? I’m considering one but it looks really bulky.
@burkanx5546 Жыл бұрын
@@thecheeseman31415 Not bulky at all. I would say that the average smartphone is more bulky in due to width and length. This phone is similar in scale of a small brick phone of the late 1990s and 2000's. When I compare it to scale with my 96' Motorola Startac, the S22 is only slightly larger in scale. This phone does way more than the average flip phone/brick of the decades listed due to it's Mil-spec capabilities. You do not need a armored case for this cell as with other phones on the market as the shell of this phone is made like one from factory. The phone is dust proof, water resistant and, water proof. The battery cover is removable and, has a huge, thick gasket sealing around the battery cover to prevent water from seeping into the battery chamber. In more detail, the S22 is nearly the same length as the Startac-including the antenna. Both cellphones are nearly the same height when closed due to my startac's external, front facing battery. When the phone is flipped open, it is thicker than the startac of 96'.
@percyjackson5017 Жыл бұрын
Hi , kindly tell me how to do what you did with the android device, how you uninstalled playstore on it. I really want to do that for a long time but i cant find any method that dosent use root. Please make a tutorial on it
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
You need to search for ADB remove bloatware. Plenty of tutorials on how to remove all of this stuff without root.
@aperson1181 Жыл бұрын
Which basic phones have lowest EMF emissions?
@danielfordney7803 Жыл бұрын
Hi Jose, thank you for what you do. I was wondering if you have any recommendations for transition phones or feature phones that work with at&t. Thank you!
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
Probably the Kyocera Dura XE or the Jelly 2
@danielfordney7803 Жыл бұрын
@@JoseBriones Thank you for the reply!
@matheusdutrademoura Жыл бұрын
Hey man, thanks for your videos. Do you know if it is possible to access whatsapp somehow using one of these new Nokias?
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
Not possible.
@karinadovlatian5517 Жыл бұрын
I just got my cat s22 flip last week. So far I like it, I'm not techy at all, I'm just a mom trying to spend less time on my phone (darn fb mom groups) so it's a great option. I'm just getting used the messaging app. Why did the provide two apps for that? And which one is better? I'm having trouble with the chat feature with both of them. Sometimes it just won't send as chat. Idk it's probably something I need to check with TMobile. My husband has the jelly 2 and it's nice but just feels like a small version of my pixel, so personally I feel like I'd use it the same amount of time. Can anyone tell me a bit more about Ghost on Android? ELI5 pls since I have no idea about this stuff lpl
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
Glad to hear the CAT S22 is working for you! Ghost Mode is a customized phone that has no apps, no app store, nothing. Just calls text, offline music player, local calendar. Nothing else. You can customize it, but from factory is super basic.
@ashleybaxter8790 Жыл бұрын
@JoseBriones, do you think it's still logical to get the Schok Classic? I heard they aren't great w/Customer Service now and Idk if they will honor their 3 year warranty or not now....I don't want to have FOMO happen again, like a few weeks ago w/my trying to get the Alcatel Go Flip V ( it is KaiOS tho )...
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
I think the TCL Flip 2 is better if you can find them unlocked.
@ashleybaxter8790 Жыл бұрын
@@JoseBriones thanks...yeah, the Flip 2 is hard to find hehe...
@ashleybaxter8790 Жыл бұрын
Just found it at Walmart here on my island of Hawaii, for $30...I like that it has the virtual cursor/mouse and gets certain features like KaiWeather, News, think can do FB/YT, Waze is good for navigation...I just don't know if my NTC fitness app or McDs app will work on there, or my 2 work apps...would the Schok be better at that?
@Adu_6 Жыл бұрын
im really looking for one of these, but i really need a keyboard in a blackberry style because i cant live without whatsapp, it is the only thing that i cant give apart. Is there any option similar too the nokias flipphones but with a full keyboard? thank you in advance!
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
No full keyboards nowadays. Carriers and manufacturers haven't released any new ones. Sorry.
@kelseyj9813 Жыл бұрын
I don’t understand why no one makes a dumb phone with QWERTY keyboard buttons! Like the old slide phones
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
$$. It’s not a very profitable business to make QWERTY keyboards. That’s why most manufacturers are not doing it.
@rochis9314 Жыл бұрын
How exactly do you limit internet on an android? There is the ability to make a code that locks certain things?
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
Search for ADB and learn how to use it. The Android Debug Bridge allows you to do a lot of things :)
@bidhanphuyal466 Жыл бұрын
got the f22pro ,but cant use the keypad for typing.Any help please?
@cyberhaunterthelivingghost10 ай бұрын
I looking for the dump phone with smart phones features,customized theme and ui, security, light weight, touch screen, bluetooth connection, super durable, waterproof and hd card! What should i buy?
@JoseBriones10 ай бұрын
Jelly Star. It's small, but it will reduce your screentime
@cyberhaunterthelivingghost10 ай бұрын
@@JoseBriones thanks! But jelly star still available to connect to the cloud and it kinda worst looking! I just want to skip all of social media and my location and searching history from Google or maybe annoying some dumbasses try to hacking my phone, that is the point! No wifi, no more 5g
@rouvem12 Жыл бұрын
How many software updates do you get with Jelly 2E? How many years will it be supported?
@kathys53 Жыл бұрын
Unihertz/Jelly only updates once. That's it. I've had both Jelly's--Jelly Pro and Jelly 2. I love the phone, get great battery life as a light/moderate user. I don't run a lot in the background.
@akashhalder6833 Жыл бұрын
Great video🥰 I hope you have a wonderful day ahead.
@Cuttyshark16 Жыл бұрын
I'm not learning ADB just limit internet access on my phone, you should suggest some kind of alternative.
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
Sorry then. Buy a minimalist phone that doesn't have the features.
@Housestationlive Жыл бұрын
at least i'm 100% sure that a 150$ dumbphone is a better option than a $150 smartphone, because of quality. also old smartphone in used condition, might be unexpensive, but because of planned obsolescence, purchasing a smartphone that already has served for years will NEVER lasts. or worst, explode because battery starts to be dangerous after few years. theses must be facts to consider when you refuse to spend 1500 dollars in a phone, no matter if it's a smart or a dumb one.
@fabriglas Жыл бұрын
How do you stop it phoning back to Google so often...
@awedamnitscam84 Жыл бұрын
Anyone know of a dumb phone that works with spectrum mobile?
@mattroorda2871 Жыл бұрын
Do you think the Wisephone ranks below the LPII, Mudita, and Punkt? I was surprised to not see them featured
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
They have not been reliable in support per some feedback I've gotten. And it seems like they are not developing anything further. I may be wrong, but this is the feedback I've gotten.
@rejectionisprotection4448 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review. Which phone has the best call quality?
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
Kyocera or Sonim have been the best in my experience.
@rejectionisprotection4448 Жыл бұрын
@@JoseBriones Thanks.
@christinegeorge1805 Жыл бұрын
Anyone know if the Nokia XpressMusic will work with a prepaid cell phone data plan? I want to switch over, but idk if I can commit to a new phone contract.
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
Yep. You can put a prepaid plan. Not in the US, but anywhere else yes.
@AdmiralofU2 Жыл бұрын
I wish more of those are available in Australia
@Mdogbrown Жыл бұрын
Tried to switch to light phone but I never got my wife’s text for some reason so I went back to my iPhone. I got messages from other people. Sad. Love your videos and will continue to follow.
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
If she has an iPhone, maybe that's why? I don't know the specifics, but sometimes iPhones need to reset the conversation in order to make it work.
@Grandfly7 Жыл бұрын
What was your reason for not putting sunbeam on this list?
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
At the time they had a major issue with their hinge and needed to correct it. They have since corrected it and are going to start shipping the new hardware version very soon :)
@BrianHallmond Жыл бұрын
Have you heard of the Boring Phone? From New Zealand. I've wanted one but they've been out of stock for 2 years.
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
Check out ghostmode.us as it is a similar concept and actually more likely to be in stock.
@neilsaeroadventures1116 Жыл бұрын
Looking for a nicely made flip phone to replace my consumer cellular link 2. Getting harder and harder these days to find a well made flip phone like the original razr. The xp3 really is a throwback to the Nextel days isn't it?
@michaeldhondt368 Жыл бұрын
I have the xp3 plus (Upgraded from the original xp3), great phone for calling and texting and really durable. Nothing to complain about with these devices
@go-beyond_plus-ultra Жыл бұрын
I was hoping you'd post this year's roundup soon! I'm thinking of switching to the Nokia 225 4g since it's one of the few dumb phones still supported by my carrier (Boost). Thanks for this!
@pay9011 Жыл бұрын
I have one. Just beware, the browser included is completely useless for today's web technology. Otherwise, I like it's very small design. 👍
@go-beyond_plus-ultra Жыл бұрын
@@pay9011 no problem for me, I'm not planning on using a browser. Going back to the middle school days of having a phone! Have you been having the other issues I've heard this phone has, like the timestamp problem or the group messaging mess?
@pay9011 Жыл бұрын
@@go-beyond_plus-ultra Yes. It does have some issues, including the time stamp one.i don't message much with it and just mentally adjust 3 hours. The web apps don't seem usable. I bought it to use with Tello just for pocket sized cell phone use. If you need it to something in particular it might not. Best to read a lot of reviews. Tello required voLTE which is sometimes iffy for me.
@handle-l7f Жыл бұрын
Why does blud have 3 settings apps on the pixel 3
@longantree4037 Жыл бұрын
Your video is awsome! The cat s22 flip sounds great! But sadly it isn't on the market in my region, will the funtion be the same and porper if I just order it from amazon and ship it oversea to my country? I am in Taiwan.
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
It should have enough bands to work well. But check their pdf documentation to figure out if the bands match with your telecom provider.
@fujuae Жыл бұрын
Exclusively Available at T-Mobile USA. this what included in their websie, so, its locked to T-mobile network only
@longantree4037 Жыл бұрын
@@fujuae I see. It seems that I can pick this as my new phone though, thank for both of you. Have a nice day!
@Reichsritter Жыл бұрын
I suppose I understand the concept, but I don't need to restrict myself. If I wish to use my phone less, I will choose to do so. I believe as a strong person my will cannot be forced into addiction.
@MrAndMrsGrover Жыл бұрын
Hi Jose! Thanks for your video's. Does anyone have a recommendation if I'm looking for a Google-free feature phone that comes with no Meta apps pre-installed (as do the Nokia), on which I ideally can use Signal and OpenStreetMaps? The Punkt. MPO2 juuust misses the mark for me.
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
Sonic XP3 is your best bet. You’ll need a virtual mouse, but that’s the only one that I can think of at the moment. Maybe the Doro 7030 as well.
@94253474 Жыл бұрын
These dumb phones are way more great than our latest smart ones.
@wilsonkosasih121 Жыл бұрын
I have a question about Xiaomi F22 Pro. Let's say that I get the Google version, can I still receive the Android update officially? Btw great videos Jose.
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
Yes. You'll receive some updates, but don't hold your breath for continuous updates. They will be very few.
@wilsonkosasih121 Жыл бұрын
@@JoseBriones Ah gotcha, thanks for the response, Jose. Have a good one.
@nsfeliz7825 Жыл бұрын
just accidentaly dumped my dumbphone in the washing mchine . dried it out for a week. its till working.
@mlbbmarseliin Жыл бұрын
What is the name of the blue nokia at minute 7?
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
Nokia 225 4G
@cravatenoire326910 ай бұрын
good video *thumps up*
@diogomm710 Жыл бұрын
I'll think I'll pick up a "transition device" for when I go biking or shopping. I do have a DAP for music(work) and... Not much more, as it is expensive. I can't get it stolen. My smartphone gets in my way. It creeps me out, and it's big. I think the xiaomi still has the problem of 24/7 eavesdropping, but being small is progress enough. No way it's expensive as a Google pixel, right?
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
Xiaomi is about $90
@kalinmir Жыл бұрын
what a nice topic to see covered...even tho I dont have the problem myself (mb cos i stopped using social media and never used them on a phone in the first place) about last group...I wouldnt use Mudita or Punkt for how ugly the design is...Punkt is better, it just looks like a calkulator but Mudita is what i imagine a prison phone would look like...its beyond ugly when compared to pre 2008 design and just cause I want to give up on timewasting features doesnt mean I give up on having nice things
@jtothew4201 Жыл бұрын
you can find lots of old devices very cheaply that do most of the things these do without the social apps look at the old microsoft devices.
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
Most of those don’t have LTE and they don’t work in North America.
@go-beyond_plus-ultra Жыл бұрын
One more thing: do you know if the light phone works on Boost Mobile? I contacted them to ask but didn't really get a straight answer; my guess is no.
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
I am not 100% on this, but I do remember that someone has been using the boost AT&T SIM with the Light Phone. I think someone posted this info on the Light Phone subreddit.
@go-beyond_plus-ultra Жыл бұрын
@@JoseBriones thanks, I'll check it out. Your reply time is incredible, btw!
@xXAlmdudlerXx Жыл бұрын
The Light Phone would be good for me IF they would bring whatsapp and some public transport app, where ich can check which bus or train I have to take to get to where I want to. Is there a phone that can do that? I ordered the Xiaomi F22 Pro but probably it will be just as addicting as my current smart phone.
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
The Light Phone has public transport via the directions app. Maybe something like the CAT S22 where you can customize things would be best for you. The Flip form factor is less distracting, but it works for the basics and a couple of apps.
@StupidusMaximusTheFirst Жыл бұрын
is that an e-ink on lightphone and mudita?
@JoseBriones Жыл бұрын
Yes.
@nagyboti Жыл бұрын
i'm looking for something like xiaomi f22 pro BUT I need NFC too
@HurdibuckSchlunz Жыл бұрын
NFC and Fingerprint(for banking Apps) would be very nice! I hope it comes in the near Future. 😁