Clicks Communicator: Hands-On with a Modern Smartphone Featuring a Physical Keyboard

The Return of the Physical Keyboard

• 📱 The Clicks Communicator is a new smartphone aiming to bring back the physical keyboard experience, reminiscent of BlackBerry devices.
• 💡 This trend is driven by a desire for a more intentional relationship with phones and a touch of nostalgia.

Clicks Communicator: Communication First Design

• 💬 The phone is built with communication as its primary focus, prioritizing calls, texts, and staying connected.
• 🛠️ It's pitched as an ideal device for work or for users seeking a more intentional digital experience.
• 🔌 Prototype features include a headphone jack and a memory card slot, along with a side input that lights up for notifications.

Modern Features with a Retro Feel

• 🤖 The Clicks Communicator runs stock Android, allowing for customization.
• ✨ Despite its throwback design, it aims to feel fresh and modern.
• ⌨️ The clicky physical keyboard is back, though it may require users to readjust their typing habits.

Availability and Pricing

• 💰 The Clicks Communicator will sell for $500 and is available for reservation at $400.
• 📦 Shipping is expected in late 2026.
• 🔗 Clicks also offers a magnetic keyboard attachment for existing smartphones, with details available on RichOnTech.tv.

Initial Impressions

• 🤔 While initially skeptical, the hands-on experience with the prototype revealed a definite appeal for the device.