What Happens When A Toaster Company Makes A Smartphone?

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[BALMUDA PHONE REVIEW]
It’s not just a weird phone; it’s a small phone - and today, both are tough to come by. So when a company best known for designer tea kettles and a $300 toaster oven said it was building a compact Android smartphone for the Japanese market, I knew I had to go hands-on. I'm Michael Fisher and this is MrMobile's Balmuda Phone Review.
[ABOUT MRMOBILE’S BALMUDA PHONE REVIEW]
MrMobile’s Balmuda Phone Review was produced following six days with a Balmuda Phone review sample purchased by publisher Future PLC. MrMobile does not accept compensation from the manufacturers of the products he reviews in exchange for producing content. No payment was provided and no manufacturer or carrier was afforded a preview, editorial input or copy approval rights concerning this review. The lone sponsor of this video is HelloFresh.
[PRODUCTS IN THIS VIDEO]
BALMUDA Phone:
tech.balmuda.com/jp/phone/har...
Selected Wallpapers by L Macro Miranda:
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[LINKS]
compact. and elegant. announcing 4.9-inch 5G smartphone "BALMUDA Phone" [Balmuda]:
tech.balmuda.com/jp/news/1117
Balmuda Phone development story [Balmuda]:
tech.balmuda.com/jp/phone/story/
Request and notification of software update for BALMUDA Phone [Balmuda]:
tech.balmuda.com/jp/support/p...
Japan toaster startup smartphone foray craters stock price [Reuters]:
www.reuters.com/article/balmu...
Balmuda discontinues sales of its compact phone after several poor reviews [Gizmochina]:
www.gizmochina.com/2022/01/12...
A compact smartphone from a toaster maker turned out to be of no use to anyone [droid.news]:
droid.news/a-compact-smartpho...
The Great Japanese Toaster Problem [Financial Review]:
www.afr.com/world/asia/the-gr...
[MUSIC]
"Cloud" by Matt Wigton [Soundstripe]:
app.soundstripe.com/songs/11086
“Ok Ok” by Neon Beach [Soundstripe]:
app.soundstripe.com/songs/11023
“What You Got” by Luciano Music Co., available at Premium Beat:
www.premiumbeat.com/royalty-f...
[CHAPTERS]
00:00 Little Toaster
00:37 No Straight Lines
02:49 Soft
04:22 Flagship In Spirit …
05:41 Camera In Name Only
6:44 Cookin’ With MrMobile
08:04 … Mid-Ranger In Reality
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[DISCLOSURES]
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@jamesfbowes 2 жыл бұрын

Saw this phone previewed on a website and I thought it looks class. Been seeing some old Nokia Lumia phones and only now am I appreciating their designs. Today's phones are all same, same. Keep reviewing these unique phones please! Great work.

@TheMrMobile 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Will do!

@voltakid4859 2 жыл бұрын

I AGREE! Atleast he reviews unique stuff. My absolute favorite tech youtuber!

@wernergoosen9003 2 жыл бұрын

Lumia phones were so good looking.

@Neojhun 2 жыл бұрын

Lumia 925 is the most Beautiful smartphone design ever. It's both simple concept but complex organic curves that are perfectly proportioned. The camera bump is the Design Feature.

@alexz1189 2 жыл бұрын

@@Neojhun I remember a friend of mine had the 925 some years ago and I loved it's design to the near point of buying myself one,I wish there was a phone today looking as good as that,it would mean an instant buy from me.

@baileyyeager1376 2 жыл бұрын

For this price, it better come with the 300 dollar toaster for free

@TheMrMobile 2 жыл бұрын

This is the way.

@midloran 2 жыл бұрын

Fr tho

@samulai 2 жыл бұрын

Got confused, thought the toaster was a wireless charger for the phone. The firemen laughed at me.

@MarcoR6 2 жыл бұрын

@@samulai At least you got your toast.

@janoycresnova9156 2 жыл бұрын

It should come with a free PS5 and a few AAA games

@Pinzledick 2 жыл бұрын

After all the compromises you mentioned I kept telling myself "who cares, that thing is beautiful" until that 900 dollars price tag. Okay, that's not for me

@Johnhtut 2 жыл бұрын

Haha. Yeah I was even thinking of buying it for my son. Until mr.m said "price tag is $900". I was like " the hell" 😂

@Rushil_333 2 жыл бұрын

You can buy 2 and a half Playstations in that price

@lateral1385 2 жыл бұрын

900 lmao

@janoycresnova9156 2 жыл бұрын

It should cost half that much.

@josesmicheal 2 жыл бұрын

Trust me too! It should be at $300 lol

@nacho3570 2 жыл бұрын

The software impressed me. They put some unique details that way more experienced brands don't. You can tell it was a priority for the project.

@Neanderthal75 2 жыл бұрын

Because the past 10 years was all about by all phone makers: Let's copy the iphone. Both good and bad ideas. Let's not be unique, but a copycat and a clone. It bothers me to no end, even though I own iphones.

@TheArQu 2 жыл бұрын

software details usually mean "say bye to timely OS updates", aka: a liability

@unlokia 2 жыл бұрын

It’s still Android. Doesn’t matter what’s on top of the creaky rusty bodywork, paint can only hide so much.

@dreamerObrian 22 күн бұрын

How is the charge if you keep data on all day and just receive calls ?

@TheBismrk 2 жыл бұрын

I'll be honest, well done software is not something I expected to hear when going over a company's first phone.

@moblue2899 2 жыл бұрын

good software only needs common sense. research and marketing can only go so far without common sense

@PSYCHOV3N0M 2 жыл бұрын

@DeltaTeam10 Gaming *cough* Surface Duo 2 *cough*

@dannywinget 2 жыл бұрын

Man regardless of the downsides why do I still want this? 😭 Let’s team up and make a Balmuda Pro.

@chosenArchitec 2 жыл бұрын

probably going to cost $1299 🙄

@ronavena 2 жыл бұрын

It reminds one of a Motorola Pebl clamshell phone.

@woundedsanity 2 жыл бұрын

maybe some kind of neurological disorder? :P

@14bqdonk 2 жыл бұрын

how pro is it? Pro like the Xperia, or Realme, iphone etc?

@davidoluwadare2787 2 жыл бұрын

@@woundedsanity 😂😂😂

@saurabhkulkarni8854 2 жыл бұрын

This phone reminds me of the old Xperia phones. Beautiful design, beautiful and sensible widgets, apps and system UI, notification light, the curved back, the ergonomic fingerprint sensor placement, small form factor, cool ringtones, and a bit overpriced. I might just be the target demographic.

@TheArQu 2 жыл бұрын

1s look pretty much the same as Zs tho, flat slab with glass/sometimes metal, back. which was literally the thing that made them beautiful and diffrent from all others that had curved plastic at that time. curved plastics were even before that but that was way before fingerprint sensors were a thing so what the fuck are you talking about

@lateral1385 2 жыл бұрын

A bit? It needs a 60% price reduction. They won't sell.

@unlokia 2 жыл бұрын

Shall we book the church and limo now? You sound like you’re falling hard for the wrong girl

@HughJeffreys 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as always. Really like the design of the Balmuda phone. Also see the Motorola Razr 5G is still going strong.

@ThisHandleIsNotTaken. 2 жыл бұрын

@@DunoCZ ?

@coffeemakerbottomcracked 2 жыл бұрын

@@DunoCZ how? Can you explain?

@darielbetancourt3493 2 жыл бұрын

@@DunoCZ lol ok? why?

@tanvirhussain7355 Жыл бұрын

@@DunoCZ dont agree but thats a funny statement

@roshanthapa25 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed! This phone should’ve been marketed as a mid-range phone at around $300. It would have been a huge success.

@segatendo4705 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, man! Wish there were more companies trying to do something different like this. Maybe we’d get a lot phones with a low price. A phone for every personality. Haina bhana ta?

@AliceNine 2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, Japan is allergic to value oriented products in general. Everything costs a premium over there, likely due to the severe amount of importing that an island nation starved of natural resources has to do.

@Larroseba 2 жыл бұрын

Well...having options like poco 3x pro for less, maybe for 150 in that form factor considering the atrocious camera u could say it's decent, but not for 300

@bielielielie5704 2 жыл бұрын

Have you ever heard of realme before? it's cheap and powerful 300$

@arineems6059 2 жыл бұрын

Should be less than $300

@Amphibax 2 жыл бұрын

Pretty interesting design and I love the smaller form factor but at that price no way If it only costs half of what they are asking I would actually consider it

@derfuchs3296 2 жыл бұрын

Bet you’ll get it much cheaper in a few months lol

@ronavena 2 жыл бұрын

More like a Motorola Pebl.

@09Mrsubaru 2 жыл бұрын

Even at $450 it's too expensive for what it is.

@gutturf 2 жыл бұрын

I was thinking it was a $300 phone and when he said the price I almost choked. Before that, I was thinking it would not be bad to have this as a burner phone for camping and hiking excursions since it looks rugged and comfortable, but when I saw the battery life and the giant hole punch, I then thought I wouldn't own it for $300.

@TingLei 2 жыл бұрын

Funny enough that this phone is being roasted so hard in Japan for the exact reason. The company had temporarily suspend orders. Even with carrier plan it's still hella expensive.

@jesuschristiscallingyou953 2 жыл бұрын

Sucks. I really like it. It looks so cozy.

@michaelw2263 2 жыл бұрын

Man this thing gives me nostalgia for my Palm Pre and Pixi. I love when there is actually something interesting about phones!

@floppa9415 2 жыл бұрын

This is what I love so much about Android. It allows so many companies to create these wild unique devices and yet they get the support of through millions of App developers making Software for them.

@kbhasi 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah!! All these great niche phones and tablets, and I'm somehow also reminded of BOOX e-readers and paper tablets too! 😄

@unlokia 2 жыл бұрын

@@robmaelstorm23 This minor league obscure thingy isn’t even on their radar.

@comicsanz97 2 жыл бұрын

The software is amazing. I really hope it is open-source and some talented developers turn it into a custom rom.

@TheMrMobile 2 жыл бұрын

They really did an incredible job on the UI.

@giacomozoffoli4106 2 жыл бұрын

There is a link to download the launcher on the website but it doesn't function... It's very sad because the ui is beautiful and incredibly smart

@travisbickle4360 2 жыл бұрын

It is very difficult for niche phones to have custom roms. Also depends on if bootloader is unlockable

@comicsanz97 2 жыл бұрын

@@travisbickle4360 I'm talking about porting Balmuda's OS over to other phones.

@travisbickle4360 2 жыл бұрын

@@comicsanz97 That would be cool

@1mlb704 2 жыл бұрын

For real, I loved my Moto X devices (had one of each generation). They felt, well, good in my hands. And while I've since switched to Sony Xperia devices, which are frankly much better in most ways, having something that's easy to hold/handle is underrated nowadays. This phone could've been a cool mid-ranger with a few tweaks and half the price tag.

@getabhirup 2 жыл бұрын

Apart from always being mesmerized by the videos on this channel, I have to thank MrMobile for expanding the horizons of our awareness. Its videos like these that reinforce the fact that he doesn't restrict himself to the US market but goes beyond borders if there is something to learn. Kudos to you good sir.

@Odust 2 жыл бұрын

I love it how much emotion about the design etc you can create. I Love it when reviews go a bit deeper then just the specs ^^

@Shimkusnik 2 жыл бұрын

So nice to see companies still trying out new design stuff!

@lejeilat200 2 жыл бұрын

My favorite thing about this video is your relentless pursuit to appreciate any goodness in this unsuccessful attempt, and to provide a "balanced review". Zoomable calendars and notes are a very neat idea! Thank you Michael. I hope you always remain kind and honest in your reviews. In feedback, I think the video had a few awkward absences of smooth transitions when your voice-over started, like at 4:34 and 8:14.

@elliot_to 2 жыл бұрын

Honestly, even though it has a ridiculous price, I still love the phone. It just reminds me that phones are becoming fun again. Great Job, Michael!

@starliner2498 2 жыл бұрын

I wish 5 inch phones make a comeback, it'll be so nice to have a powerful smartphone in a compact package

@bagasfabianmaulana 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I agree. I'm stuck using almost 4 years old XZ2 Compact because there's no alternative nowadays. Yes, iPhone Mini series do exist, but I only use Android.

@fs10inator 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, this was part of why I'm not buying new, current devices. Just too tall to use comfortably with one hand. Over a year ago, I bought a second-hand Moto X2 to replace my Nexus 5 that I've had for 7 years, and it still works wonders, especially after installing LineageOS, and later, AICP.

@jenkenj 2 жыл бұрын

@@fs10inator Yes! As a petite woman, heaven forbid I want a phone that fits in my pocket or I can comfortably use with one hand. Really considering the Flip 3, or maybe 4 when it comes out because I love the clamshell form factor but even when you flip those open you still have a gigantic screen that's challenging in one hand

@fs10inator 2 жыл бұрын

@@jenkenj You could probably have it folded halfway for possibly easier one-handed use, but I never had my hands on a flip smartphone, let alone use one, so all this is beyond me.

@jenkenj 2 жыл бұрын

@@fs10inator Ditto, I've only played with them in the store. I grew up with "dumb" flip phones (graduated high school in 06) and omg being able to flip your phone open and closed is soooo oddly satisfying lol. I keep saying if someone makes an updated version of the LG Lotus I am SOLD! By far my fave clamshell ever and part of me craves to have a qwerty keyboard again ha

@thecasualcanuck4590 2 жыл бұрын

I used to say I never cared about the camera on my phone. Then I went from the S20 ultra to the z flip 3. As it turns out, I kind of actually care about the camera. And the z flip is really middle of the road. Glad you used it as a reference. Still love the phone, I dont think I'll ever go back to a slab again. But the compromises are very much real.

@hellrzr45 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Michael, I started following you from your days at Phone Arena with Jaime and have always followed you ever since, thank you for starting the phones were fun series so awesome. Thank you for still giving us some of the best unique, and we'll written reviews ever.

@TheSogmeister 3 ай бұрын

@MrMobile reviews are if not the only reviews that stop me in my tracks on what I was doing to watch. Ever since your review of the Blackberry Z30, which made me buy it and looooved, your reviews are always the best. Your reviews are some of the most genuine around, and can feel the love and heart to the cellphone industry.

@Vorrimade 2 жыл бұрын

This takes "playing on a toaster" to a whole new level

@alter-ego- 2 жыл бұрын

I remember watching your HTC Desire X review and buying that phone (My first smartphone. Still works btw). This phone reminds me of that 😊

@johnnymonsters9717 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for always going out your way to review the niche products i would have never known exist

@stuartrutman4885 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos are so great you even make the sponsors seem great. I usually skip the sponsorship but your presentation is so great i watched it anyways. Thanks for your honest review as always !!!!

@dosmoney 2 жыл бұрын

Balmuda toasters are the best I’ve ever used. They really make perfect toast. Sounds crazy, but until you’ve used one it’s hard to imagine. As far as the phone I think they were, as stated in the review, focusing on ergonomics over performance, which for an average user is probably perfectly fine, but I think they pushed performance too far into the background. Great review as usual, glad I got to see one of these in action.

@OneKnifeYeHand 2 жыл бұрын

“Balmuda toasters are the best I’ve ever used. They really make perfect toast. Sounds crazy, but until you’ve used one it’s hard to imagine. ” Even better than the crazy expensive Mitsubishi toaster?

@dosmoney 2 жыл бұрын

@@OneKnifeYeHand oooohh got one of those I can try. I’ve seen videos on them.

@unlokia 2 жыл бұрын

It’s a good job that Qualcomm will more than happily (and easily) toast your bread then. And not by design, but amusing irony b

@jacobperez8921 2 жыл бұрын

I like the design of this phone. Reminds of the good old Moto X days. It’s price really scares me away. It should of been priced around $350.

@RoyHuang1 2 жыл бұрын

Is it possible to share the homescreen wallpaper? I love the "stitching" around the edges of it!

@MrLoipurz Ай бұрын

This cost $130 now and with that price it’s actually very tempting

@rrad8106 2 жыл бұрын

That is a gorgeous looking phone! Reminded me of the 2nd gen iPhone with the rounded sides. I currently have a Microsoft Surface Duo (and contrary to reviews) that has been superb, though I know that in 2-3 years it will be deemed EOSL and I will be forced to upgrade. I rely on these reviews for future product consideration.

@unlokia 2 жыл бұрын

Looks are only skin deep. Learn that

@DpKris 2 жыл бұрын

Wow that thing is the perfect homage to 2012 - early 2016 era. I hope LG take up this design if they want to come back or some players like BBK brands can do wonders with this form factor and style. What a missed opportunity for an open goal in the mid range.

@garethtomlinson7338 2 жыл бұрын

I love that this phone exists. Some of those design and software ideas are brilliant.

@Pifeletiful 2 жыл бұрын

Working like charm !!!! thanks for sharing and keep up !!!

@CursedDepartmentEastOffice 2 жыл бұрын

It's an interesting phone and certainly aimed to fulfill an important small phone niche. Not to mention it's very unique looking. The issue is that this is the golden age of the mid ranger with Samsung, Xiaomi, One Plus, etc all releasing mid rangers that would've been flagships just a year or two ago. When there's a Samsung Galaxy A52S 5G with a Snapdragon 778G, 120hz AMOLED, OIS, SD card slot, 3.5mm jack and IP67 for just 400-500 USD...the Balmuda is a bit of a hard sell.

@MichaelBertolino 2 жыл бұрын

Wish more phones were small again!

@anilshresthaa8174 2 жыл бұрын

I am so deep into yours contents and the facts. Love it mate.

@Lama-it6rk 2 жыл бұрын

The design is amazing! The curved border of the screen are perfectly symmetric with the curve borders of the case.

@popcultureforever 2 жыл бұрын

Reasons why I love MrMobile's videos: - comprehensive and unique tech reviews - visually pleasing aesthetics - cat

@rcollinge5818 2 жыл бұрын

This is a well made and very fair review ! You gave us the good and equal amounts of the bad features with a little humor . You're setting some very good and high standards for cellphone reviews !

@superanup 2 жыл бұрын

Like always a very well-written and narrated review.👍 Perfect transitions, great work! As for the phone, it looks like a heavy custom skin on Android.

@rbrookstx 2 жыл бұрын

I was hoping you’d review this! Thank you!!!

@rebane2001 2 жыл бұрын

The first gen Moto G was the first Android I fell in love with and loved every second of using it. To this day, no other phone has managed to match the excitement, comfort, and feel it provided to me, and this phone here mirrors it so well. I really hope this here won't be a one-off thing.

@DogeFrom2014 2 жыл бұрын

My mom's first phone was the Moto G1 and my memories of it was that it was pretty slow, even for its time. I eventually sold it to an e-boy, which I kinda regret doing (partially because he was an eboy).

@darling_yext 2 жыл бұрын

Looks awesome, unique and it's finally compact, I want it even at that high price!

@Jeevanmn 2 жыл бұрын

I'm excited about the software! Reminds me of the custom HTC ui that made android usable.

@rolexistimeless 2 жыл бұрын

Always a pleasure when Mr. Mobile drops a vid especially when it’s exposure to an uncommon device! Unreal how they borrowed so much aesthetically from the glorious Palm Pre line, yet it was packed with a terrible camera, below average battery life, LCD display, and no front firing speakers?… 🤨🤔… Also, good point on how it could have been marketed as a midrange device. It’s easier to tolerate shortcomings like these at a lower price point. Another fantastic review! Keep ‘em coming. Eagerly waiting on the next drop!

@BooredAtWork 2 жыл бұрын

😅Suggestion, Next time you cook, ascot tie, preferable navy blue.. Awesome video by the way!

@TheMrMobile 2 жыл бұрын

lol - well, seeing as how you're upping the style game on Instagram these days, I have no choice but to take your advice Colonel!

@DK-jw4vf 2 жыл бұрын

I remember hearing about this a few months ago and thought "no way a toaster company is making a phone". Well, I was wrong.

@tams805 2 жыл бұрын

I mean, I don't see why not. There are plenty of bare-bones reference designs that you can buy if you want and can, and build a shell and software around. Especially for mid-range devices. And a toaster/home appliance company is going to know about design, no?

@DK-jw4vf 2 жыл бұрын

@@tams805 Well yeah, it was just kinda of the fact that those seem like such different markets it seems ridiculous. So it was the disbeleif. Months later, here I am hearing about a toaster company that made a phone 😄. More power to them

@blender_tom 2 ай бұрын

I didn't realise this was a two year old phone until you mentioned the price. Apart from Andriod 11, this still looks amazing for 2024.

@jamesbean3088 2 жыл бұрын

Great job Michael! Small phones need to keep coming back. Your Jelly phone review was great too, but a little too small, this one seems like it hits the sweet spot.

@Skugen32 2 жыл бұрын

I actually think this phone has a nice design, ofc not everything is perfect, but it's refreshing!

@ryanjcurran2 2 жыл бұрын

I was literally about to close the tab in disgust. You read me like a book, Mr Mobile. $900 is simply just too much. This gives me a weird sense of nostalgia for simpler times like 2013 when android manufacturers were popping up out of nowhere with exciting new ideas!

@xliquidflames 2 жыл бұрын

I saw that curved back and was taken back to my Galaxy Nexus that had a slightly curved form factor. I really loved that phone.

@AndreasElf 2 жыл бұрын

I wish the big companies could try make a good looking phone some time. I'm really intrigued by the software. Looked well thought through.

@Andy-eo3mq 2 жыл бұрын

I must admit, I do hate modern mainstream phones, so I love it when a company does something different. However, that seems insanely expensive when the specs are largely the same as my unihertz Jelly 2, which was less than a third of the price!!

@wickersticks 2 жыл бұрын

Love the look and design, I would love to have something like this if only the price wasn't so high 😅

@armuk 2 жыл бұрын

michael, do you happen to have a one plus 10 pro video (impressions possibly) in the works for the near future? i see other tech reviewers have started putting them out, but would much rather get your take.

@prathmeshpande Жыл бұрын

This phone kinda reminds me of the white Moto E 1st gen which I and my parents LOVED it. Its super compact size, calling, whatsapp, youtube and whatsapp was all they needed, and that was excellent at the time. (Not to mention its excellent custom rom community support) They still miss that phone. Wish something like moto e or balmuda makes a return as a midranger, and I'll buy 3 in a heartbeat.

@Dougan364 2 жыл бұрын

I would NEVER buy this but I really enjoyed the review! More quirky outlier phone reviews please 😄

@ThatsPety 2 жыл бұрын

I was watching this video thinking "oh actually this could be a pretty decent burner phone at $200-$250, I might even get it"................. $900!? $900????? LMAOOO

@jessecumba 2 жыл бұрын

Nice review. Not too bad for their first try. Love the design. Hopefully they will continue to evolve and make a better product on their next phone. But that design is fresh compare to what we're getting on Android right now

@amirshokouhi3126 2 жыл бұрын

Love your different angle!

@AJ6spd 2 жыл бұрын

Love the looks!

@pod650 2 жыл бұрын

I'd love to see you do a video on the Essential PH-1 phone! It's not new, expensive or foldable but it is a really unique device in a sea of giant, expensive mobiles.

@ziginox 2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad to hear someone else compare it to the Palm Pre- that was my immediate thought when I first saw it. Shame on the price, I could see this being a compelling option, but when even the Pixel 4a 5G is undercutting with the same specs...

@user-lq6qr6wr2e 2 жыл бұрын

Reminds me of an iPhone 3g's design. I love it. If it officially launches world wide, I would seriously consider buying one.

@n3xus49 2 жыл бұрын

Most professional tech review channel so far

@1mezion 2 жыл бұрын

9:29 The leitz phone 1 may have had issues with responsiveness & price but the screen And it's frontal design looked awesome .

@BORCLO 2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad companies like balmuda and unihertz made compact phones and it's interesting to know that there are compact phones out there.

@pruett89 2 жыл бұрын

Michael thank you for doing what you always do! Delivering an amazing video that I enjoy watching even when I would never buy the phone!

@brauliogarcia976 2 жыл бұрын

Great videos my guy! Don’t miss a single one!

@beefgoat80 4 күн бұрын

The 2013 Moto X is still one of my favorites. It's one of the few phones I had an actual attachment to. But, every Android phone now does what it did. But back in 2013, it was so different, and with unique features that were truly useful. I miss it.

@tarunr1949 2 жыл бұрын

we need more phones like this i mean this looks straight out of a concept, like a concept coming to life the display and how it looks i mean im all for no bezels but this just looks beautiful id love to carry this around any day

@karenranem 2 жыл бұрын

I enjoy your videos, whenever you feature unique phones

@MrRajSood01 2 жыл бұрын

Hey great review thanks ! Can you please do reviews of eink phones?

@Ametisti 2 жыл бұрын

I've not even got a minute in so far but that thing reminds me SO much of the HTC Wildfire S and similar HTC phones of that era, even moreso around the back, and I love it.

@CButler 2 жыл бұрын

Wow amazing form factor😀💯that breathing noti light is charming

@mdzorif 2 жыл бұрын

I really liked the droid looking back of the phone. The bezels of the front are symmetrical enough to stand it out of the crowd.

@LaskyLabs 2 жыл бұрын

It looks so wonderfully comfortable. It looks like the perfect travel companion phone, if they leant a little more into translation and conversion stuff, I think they could have really sold it.

@dedanieldd 2 жыл бұрын

It's fun to see new phone design like this

@24685sourav 2 жыл бұрын

Such a gorgeous beauty. Brings a fresh air to current trend. Wish modern market leaders give a thought to Industrial design over higher megapixels and processors. Great video.

@jub8891 Жыл бұрын

Japan have been innovating in mobile communications for decades.. glad to see this channel actually review this product

@TheGamesPlayr 2 жыл бұрын

There's something about the design of this phone I love.. My daily driver S20 FE is great and all, but really do wish we could have more phones like this these days.

@jesuschristiscallingyou953 2 жыл бұрын

I totally feel you! Some designs make us feel nice things and even give us nostalgia about things we haven't experienced.

@Steakkiller 2 жыл бұрын

Nice I always wanted a more expansive version of the Galaxy S3 mini. I really like the formfactor though...

@vsoco4921 2 жыл бұрын

Man, I loved the design so much. I live in Brazil, so there's many reasons I'll never get to see this device, much less have one - but I so wish there were more phones with designs as interesting as this!

@jonsku03 2 жыл бұрын

I LOVE the 2011's aesthetic it features! Wish phones were still as comfy to hold, compact etc!

@TheLaXandro 2 жыл бұрын

I love it. At a time when even budget phones are glass all round, a more industrial plastic design with a lip to sink the screen in is a godsend. It's ironic that you have to go that high on the price to finally get something plastic.

@julianaalves6591 2 жыл бұрын

I love the design, with some hardware updates could be a great addition to the day

@adithyagulab 2 жыл бұрын

I really like the shape and design of the phone. I really miss compact phones.

@geoserenity 2 жыл бұрын

whoahohoho! mr mobile looking sharp af

@darrenmorin 2 жыл бұрын

I ♥ your shout out to the winged Nokia. Thanks again for an enjoyable distraction.

@FaerieDust 2 жыл бұрын

I kind of adore the design and everything they got right with the software, but if I'm accepting the poor camera and weird bugs I'll need some serious battery life in compensation. Battery life's my one biggest deal-breaker tbh. But man do I want more phones that break the current design stagnation - this one has a bunch of flaws, but it's _interesting_

@loganmacgyver2625 2 жыл бұрын

The home screen thing reminds me of older phones too, it was a trend to give utility to main screens

@derekisthematrix 2 жыл бұрын

I loved that I could customize 4 apps to launch from the lockscreen by dragging them to the center circle on my HTC Rezound (2012)

@elielahoud3531 2 жыл бұрын

bee watching Michael since the nokia lumia days and watching this feels like nostalgia

@seanet1310 2 жыл бұрын

It has so much that could appeal to a certain class but just doesn't deliver where it matters. Still, an interesting try from a company well outside their comfort zone. Most others just stick a new paint job on an existing phone, maybe change the textures or buttons slightly but keep the guts the same. This was a significantly unique design

@The_Arby 2 жыл бұрын

Nice one Michael...Always enjoy watching your different takes on new and old phones :-) Which begs a question...Do you know of any smartphones running Android 10 0r 11 that doesn't have any cameras on it ??

@wataworks6478 2 жыл бұрын

I always love watching your content.

@deanchur 2 жыл бұрын

Reminds me of the HTC One X from 2012...with camera quality to match. That's not a dig on HTC mind you, their cameras were great for their time, but in 2022 the Balmuda's camera quality belongs on one of those phones that costs $99 at the supermarket checkout.