Commodore is back with a phone that doesn't want to be a smartphone. The Callback 8020 is a foldable phone with physical keys, no social media or web browser, designed for those who want to reduce their digital dependence. It runs Sailfish OS and supports basic apps like WhatsApp. A practical option for the citizen looking to disconnect without losing the essentials, in line with the recent British ban on social media for under-16s.
Sailfish OS and physical keys: a refuge against infinite scrolling 📵
The Callback 8020 bets on Sailfish OS, a lightweight and privacy-focused system that avoids the distraction ecosystem. Its foldable screen is complemented by a physical keyboard, ideal for typing messages without staring at a touch surface. Commodore limits access to social media and web browsing, allowing only basic messaging applications. The hardware prioritizes battery life and essential functionality, offering a communication tool without the psychological hooks of modern devices.
The phone that forces you to have a social life (in person) 😅
Commodore gives you the freedom of not knowing what your neighbor had for breakfast. The Callback 8020 is so boring that you'll probably stare at the ceiling before looking at the screen. Without TikTok or Instagram, the only scrolling you'll do will be through your contact list. Ideal for parents who want their kids to call home, not to go live from the living room. A phone that, ironically, takes you back to the era where talking on the phone meant talking on the phone.