It breaks my heart this is the closest to Blackberry we’ll ever get. I was so stocked for Onward Mobility to release a new Blackberry. John Chen killed our dream.

One of the big selling points of Blackberrys was security. What would concern me about this device is the lack of security. By the sound of it, it's going to ship with an outdated version of Android, and I honestly can't see a tiny company like Unihertz keeping up with regular security patches. Combined with the budget specs, it seems an awful lot of compromises just to have a keyboard

GREAT Review!! Thanks I was waiting on this.

Yes its nice with Android 11, 6 gigs of ram, face unlock and 256 storage but still slightly disappointed with this. As a key 2 user, it didnt compell me to start using this phone over my key 2 despite my key 2 still on android 8. So many things missing like: -not a bigger battery for the bulky nature of the phone -1 camera and not being that good "based on your review" - no headphone jack -bluetooth 4.0 instead of 5 "should be 5 even more so because no jack" -no 5G for a 2022 release which makes it a little less future proof -no IP rating which is quite difficult for a keyboard phone but was hoping for that when comparing to key 2 Despite all that, I will still purchase the phone via kickstarter because I appreciate unihertz for carrying the torch for us qwerty phones users now a days.

Always appreciate your reviews, but this one was especially detailed and comprehensive. Thank you.

Really well done video Adam. You really covered the positives and negatives frankly. I hope people appreciate that you come at phone reviews without a bias and don't benefit from sponsorship.

Most anticipated review so far for 2022. Thanks man.

This is what matters to me in the phone. 1. Physical keyboard 2. Physical keyboard 3. Physical keyboard. 4. External storage aka SD card 5 (although less and less important: jack - for headphones and stereo connection) 6. The - ingenious (blackberry) productivity solutions: hub, shorts for everything, personalisation...and the ability to use the keyboard (yes, keyboard again) to scroll on the screen ....7.of course a good camera and a decent size screen. So security? Not on my top ten...

Thanks Adam for the wonderful review.

The good thing is that this could be a bridge to show someone like Motorola that a PKB phone is still viable.

Thanks for the review. Great to see as have been waiting on an astroslide for a while. My trusty Key2 is on its last legs since I dropped it. This looks the ticket for me. Hopefully the wait won't be too long. I wish there was extended support. I would subscribe for updates if anyone from unihertz is reading this. Thanks again for the review

Thanks for the awesome indepth review. It's really, really valuable to have somebody like you reviewing it - someone who knows what to look at and has a bigger context for the phone, instead of all the usual mainstream "lol look at this crazy PKB novelty!" reviews. I've got a tough call to make on the Slim. My OG Titan has actually been a great, reliable phone for the last two and a half years but it's getting old and the battery isn't what it used to be. As a replacement, the Slim frankly seems like a big step back in a lot of categories. Lower res screen, smaller battery, no headphone jack, no IP rating to speak of... it feels like I'd be giving up a lot. Decisions, decisions.

Great review as always, thank you very much. The security patches are my concern, and the build quality. Battery is disappointing too. My Keyone Black Edition is still going strong and will be 4 years old soon! Will think about this phone when it finally is released. Many thanks Ian from the UK.

Great video...tough one for sure...have to REALLY want that keyboard.

Just what I'd been waiting for, as well as thousands of other followers of Tech Odyssey - thank you for the detailed 'unravelling'. The downsides are of little concern to me personally, for example no headphone jack (I do ALL my music listening via the 4 different MP3 players I switch between, and mostly that is via Bluetooth to over-ear headphones). I use my BlackBerry KEY2 first and foremost for what it is: a phone with a physical keyboard - so the Titan Slim will be the same. Not an App freak either, don't play games, only really watch KZfaq online at home on a desktop monitor, so my Titan Pocket battery gives me almost 2 days of life, and as I already use that, migrating to the Slim won't be an issue. My refurbished BlackBerry KEY2 had some kind of fit last night too, started shaking and juddering, Instagram and WhatsApp closing down suddenly, Google Assistant opening of its own accord and telling me to try asking stuff that's of no interest to me! Disabled that but it kept re-opening! Not sure if a virus got in there, anyway as a result the Titan Pocket is now my primary phone, BlackBerry well and truly in the history books. Although I did check online for a BB KEY2 yesterday here in Spain from reputable sellers and known electronic stores - all over $1,000!!! I'd be more willing to pay $300+ for a new Titan Slim with Android 11 and the Slim's selling points, such as the capacitive backlit keyboard. And again very personally speaking, I like the not-so-slim aspect: that extra heft gives it a robust, confident feel - let's hope the software 'does what it says on the tin'.

Straight to the point and a very fair review👌🏻 I think it all comes down to the price point, if they price this phone right then it will sell a lot of units but if they price it too high then they will price themselves out of a lot of custom. Let’s face it, it’s not a top tier phone it’s a low end budget phone that is simply average across the board except the key board👍🏻

As long as the price is low I'm willing to give it a shot. Really hoping they eventually release a better specced PKB phone. I'll probably still use my Key2 though. This thing has just too many compromises to switch. Not having an SD slot is a big no-go for me.

Thanks for the early review. Has there been any meaningful software update/usability in comparison to Titan Pocket? Also you mentioned LED notifications, is there more options compared to Titan Pocket? Also have the split the notification and ring sound profile (major pain them being together)

Great video!! Good to know they still make smartphones with physical keyboards My first LG phone had one and I throughly enjoyed it.

All I have to say is WTH with no headphone jack and micro SD. The lack of micro SD in particular has me REALLY concerned and hesitant to buy. If both of those were present, I could overlook its other shortcomings.

Much appreciate your review!

Man, sounds like too many compromises. I'd happily pay $500-$600 for something like this slightly slimmer/lighter, with a decent camera, modern 5G US connectivity, and multipoint Bluetooth connections.

Working in IT security, whenever I hear of poor OS support on a phone, immediately a no for me. If a company is planning to make a phone then it should also plan on having at LEAST three years of OS updates and security patches, otherwise don't even bother making the phone. If I was a hacker, I'd know which phone I'll be writing a zero day attack for... Overall great video tho! I enjoyed the great and thorough breakdown!

I will buy this on day one. Having said that, the best part of this video was learning to change my fingerprint reader (home button) to a double tap on my Titan Pocket! What a relief. Thank you Adam!

Great review! Covered pretty much everything I wanted to know except does it have a headphone jack? I may have missed that in the video.

Great review, thank you! How does the real world battery use compare with the OG Titan? Loving the battery on that but no idea how it compares with the pocket which has a smaller battery but also a smaller screen and newer software.

Could you do a review like this comparing it to the KeyOne and/or KeyTwo, instead of comparing it to the other Titans? Most of us have never had a Titan, and most of us presumably have/had the previous Blackberries. Thanks man.

Great review thanks! Any idea when the phones will start shipping ??

Thank you. Good review. Have been using "pocket." So far so good. Put sim in my Classic and it still works. Pocket is more responsive and colors more vibrant. I ran into an update problem with pocket. Tech support sent me via email info. A big help. My pocket does what my classic did but better. Still not happy with Android 11 in opposition to BB OS 10 for ease of use. At least Unihertz is interested in helping clientele without the indifference/snootiness of BB!

It makes absolute sense that the Titan slim is thicker. With keyboard at the bottom the thickness will make the whole typing experience better as compare to a thinner phone body. Just from my experience using the BB Bold, testing the BB Key2 and currently using the Titan Pocket.

Hi from the U.K. I have used Blackberry mobiles for well over 10 years. I currently use a BB Key2 & love it but... no updates now even though it still functions well. I like the Unihertz Titan Slim for all the same reason as I like the BB Key2. However, will the Slim be available in the U.K. AND will it run on our phone Networks? (My current provider is EE which used to be "Orange" years ago). Thanks. Keep up the reviews.

I miss BB10 OS : (

Great review. And based on Adam"s opinions, the answer is 'not now". I think the first year of this idea will definitely not be its' best. This phone is gonna get better because Unihertz will be listening and improving.

Very Good, and thoroughly Review. But how About the Options in the Physical Keyboard Languages? Because in the TITAN (OG) were Very Limited.

Love the look of this device! The only thing I would change is the glossy back to something more matte like or some fun colors

Amazing review Adam thank you for keeping us all updated with this device. Can you confirm for me that the keyboard is back lit and is easily viewable when it's dark? I'm still a little on the fence with it but I'll hold out and see how much it does for on Kickstarter and make my mind up then ⌨️

Oooh! Having no 3.5mm headphone jack is a deal breaker for me. Hope it makes the final edition because all else seems good. The pluses so far for me are the 250gb, DualSim, Android 11, Keyboard and buttons customisation and anything that's an upgrade to the full Key2 experience. They just need to sort that headphone jack and all will be good. Thank you for yet another amazing video 🤩👌

Since my key 2's battery was swelling, I had to switch to this phone. I am 1 week in and I already have adapted to this keyboard. I was worried about the thickness of the phone but actually it is nice to hold in the hands. I really like this phone. I am very thankful to have the titan slim to replace my old key2. I hope Unihertz will keep making more pkb phones in the futur!! Thanks for the review

Great review. disappointed with the lack of SD card and 720p screen. if the price is right, I will get it anyway since I already have the Titan and Titan Pocket, might as well get the full collection.

As much as I want this there are so many trade-offs. If this was at least mid range I'd be in but this appears to be a lower tier. They skimped on the battery and security seems like it's gonna be extremely minimal along with support. Frankly I'm not sure I can see this as a daily driver. At this point I can replace the battery in my Key2 and take it metro or just get a 6a on cricket and hope the next iterations from unihertz get better an better

While it's still pretty mid to low, I will upgrade from my OG Titan. Lots of concessions made from a Galaxy Note, but love the Physical keyboard, PRICE (paid $220 on Kickstarter), dual sim, RAM, storage, and battery life. Honestly I wish Xiaomi or Huawei (or a bigger entity like Samsung) would make a PKB model among their dozens of annual models. Disappointed with the camera more than anything -- my Titan camera is not OK, it's bad: regularly have troubles scanning QR codes, scanning checks for online baking, etc. Otherwise, I survived 2 years with 2 kids under 3, and demanding jobs with my Titan still running fine. Notably, I don't do much besides email, Office, and KZfaq. Google Fi for my second SIM slot has been a bit inconsistent, but I think that's more to me being International than any hardware/software issues. Thanks for the review!

So if my BB Key One works, and works REALLY well (The only issue I have ever had with it is the space bar fell off disabling my fingerprint scanner) is there anything in this unihertz phone, besides Android 11, that is a significant enough upgrade to warrant me switching? Because it doesn't seem like there really is.

Thanks for the review. Does it have double tap the keyboard to bring up a cursor? Is it waterproof? Wireless charging? How fast does it charge?

It also works with the white and blue Sim from US Mobile.

Hey pal would you say this phone is safe to be used for banking apps or is it not updated enough?

so since onward mobility isnt giving us a new blackberry they should just have unihertz make it. i think it would be great

Won't be rushing to cop this, but if my KeyONE ever decides to stop working, Titan Slim would likely be its replacement since there's not much of a choice out there.. Thank you for covering all the ever-important specs.

awesome review, i need to replace my priv so i be switching.. since no more OM.

The price is appealing.... Im back on a keyone since i cracked my key2's screen... What do you think? Opt for the slim or try & find another key2 or repair my broken screen DIY style? Always enjoy your content.

It’s an interesting phone . With the thickness I was expecting a bigger battery . Not sure who the phone is aimed at . Diehard blackberry users probably if the price is right but not convinced . I would have put a bigger battery in and made it thinner then I think it would be a winner . You don’t need a super screen res or massive camera . Just a slim pocket friendly device that is easy to type on

After further research, seems like both the Ticktock and the Titan Slim are deal breakers, the former due to no PKB and no headphones port, the latter due to no headphones port and no micro SD.Pity,I love my Titan,. It's Nokia 5.4 time!

It makes OM look pretty poor. Unihertz put this out on a shoestring in a hurry, yet OM couldn't?

I appreciate the review. I wouldn't mind tinkering that phone

You're a man in the know. Will there be a titan slim 2 to your knowledge? Am limping a key2 on and do need a replacement, its either spend a fortune on a 'new' key2 or get a titan slim... or wait for an update

Thank you so much for the video! I just wanted to confirm, is the home button an actual physical key you can press or does it only work via your fingerprint, also what is the Function key used for? Coming as a Key2 user I was under the impression it was the Unihertz version of the Speed key. Thanks :)

Thanks for the review. Curious about the processor. Is it comparable to Key2 in terms of speed/capability?

BlackBerry PRIV was the best phone (and keyboard) I ever had. I guess it was asking too much just to have someone make an updated version of that.

Thank you for your truly informative videos. I purchased the Unihertz Titan Slim to replace my Blackberry Key 2 LE. I ported over BB Launcher because it remains without peer, best-in-class, plus it's offline so who cares about support or updates. Sadly had to leave behind Hub and Privacy Shade. Verizon supports the Titan. Put in your Verizon SIM and it's good to go. Need to play with Internet settings to get it to connect. It is a good high-quality replacement for the LE. Keyboard takes a bit of getting used to with Alt and Shift in different places than BB but muscle memory kicks in quickly enough. Apps run perfectly. Sound quality good, network connectivity good. Everything as good or better than the Key 2. Onward Mobility: Unihertz I'm sure thanks you for the year-long tease, because now, they'll eat your lunch.

Have you reviewed the Fxtex Pro1? that seems to be the only other keyboard phone out there unless I'm missing something

I think I might get one of these in the UK, really miss my Key One

Are they compatible with all the typical networks? Xfinity mobile specifically 👀

No sd and no 3.5mm jack is annoying. I have all my audio files on my SD card and I dislike Bluetooth headphones...

How is the keyboard? Does it have good tactile? Is it similar to one of the Blackberry models?

It's so tempting, but I just wish they would pump a little more under the hood. But it looks good and solid, which is a unihertz trademark. Which I am totally cool with.

I LOVED my key1, but the screen ratio was too wide for most apps, so a slimmer screen is probably better

Please any advice/hint on how I can get that BB like digital watch on my homescreen.

I ended up rebuilding and breaking my key2.. FFW galaxy z flip 5 as my daily driver.. And I just ordered a titan slim for byod at my job. I think it will be perfect for my needs.

Do you recommend it as like a daily phone ? Or a business phone ? Or just a phone to kind of have it to play around with? I been looking to get a key2 but they’re around $1,500 on Amazon I’m not sure

Would like a comparison of the titan and titan slim because the screen and keys between the two are different. Both give more screen ratio than the cramped pocket screen.

I think this is the closest to the phone I would have wanted to switch my huawei p9 lite for finally. I find the infrared sensor cool af

Aw man, I was about to say yes I'm getting it until you said no SD slot. Guess I'll be waiting for a different phone then. Hopefully the company that owns the BlackBerry patents will make one soon.

I like it... nothing beats the physical keyboard.. i wonder if it can be degoogled

So my question to you is: which would you recommend a key2 used or the slim? I'm leaning on the key2

I've signed up I think it's got enough compromises to be less than perfect, but no show stoppers.

Thank you I definitely wanted you to review this phone. Man I miss BlackBerry

Unfortunately, my fears come true: no headphone jack, no SD card slot, no water, dust or crash protection, no larger battery (as the dimensions would suggest) and an ugly, cheap housing. Simply unsightly and much too sensitive without a case. Too bad. I use the Titan a lot and the Titan Pocket for going out or in the car when the other is too bulky for me. Well, the two will probably last a long time. Maybe the Planet Astro or F(x)TecTec will work out if the lockdowns in China don't lead to bankruptcy for some manufacturers..

I find the finger print setting kicks me off typing. Is there a way to change that?

I will most certainly buy this phone for my secondary line to my Google Pixel 4xl. I absolutely love the design of this one, and I think Unihertz os far superior to Blackberry at this moment. I'm excited to receive mine, that's for sure.

could you compare the spec and built quality between Key2 ant titan Slim in a video. Still use my key2 everyday.

Does it come with the same push email functionality as in BB?

Boy did Android 12 mess up my OnePlus 9 Pro, I'm actually glad this comes with 11. Maybe they'll update to 12 once they are sure it works well.

Be nice if they used the other sim tray as a SD tray too ;) I do like the dual sim for trips.

Hello, is it possible to record video in 1080p at 60 fps...? thanks

Looks like a great basic phone if you want a keyboard. If all the bells and whistles and security are big concerns maybe not?I still find virtual keyboards hard to type on even on a huge S10 5G. The specs sound better than a key one? At least the software, storage and RAM are.. Does it have wireless charging?

I want slider like this!

Between this and the key2 LE?

@TechOdyssey, could you make a phone reviewing all the keyboard phones now in 2023. ie is the Key2 better than the Unihertz Slim in 2023

Loved the titan skipped the pocket titan. This has me excited tho.

In Unihertz Titan Slim I only like the black keyboard without these silver inserts like Pocket and OG Titan.

Solid review. I may have to pass on this version. If it’s not AT&T compatible, it will not work for my applications.

Would've bought this yesterday for $500+ even but no 3.5mm headphone jack has killed it for me... such a shame. Have had my Key One for about 5 years strong but it's failing on me now and I have no options left...

Wireless charging? I'm assuming not but can still hope! I have the Pocket as a tethering and holiday device. I don't see this as enough of an upgrade on that unfortunately.

need att, att has shut down my key one, anyone have this prob?

Anyone know if this will work on Rogers in Canada?

Nor a phone to use as a 'daily driver' due to security risks, but definitely one to buy as a side phone or one to tinker with.

I have just had a light bulb moment. I was keep wondering why the Titan Slim is not 1080p screen as I thought Unihertz are using the old blackberry part, and suddenly I realises, YES they are. The screen they are using might be the old old old Z10 one which is 4.2" 768x1280. it kindda make sense. the pocket, is 3.1" 720x720 which is same as the Q1. All start coming together now. Still why no SD tho.

Is it water proof like the titan

I am contemplating getting one, I can get one from a private sale for 189 american which I think is very fair since its much more buying it from them new

Hi, Would it still be possible for Unihertz to change the screen to smaller bezels?

How is autocorrect? Aside from the camera, the biggest problem I have with my Titan Pocket is the downright bizarre autocorrect, not recognizing common words like "yeah" or "5th."