In World Without BlackBerry, Physical Keyboards on Phones Are Making a Comeback
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- Physical phone keyboards are making a comeback, driven by nostalgia and the need for tactile typing.
- People rely on phones as primary computers, making physical keyboards desirable for long typing sessions.
- Variety and retro tech appeal are also reasons for the resurgence of keyboard phones.
- BlackBerry hardware is no longer produced, but companies like Zinwa are refurbishing old models with new components.
- Clicks offers keyboard cases for modern smartphones, starting at $139, and a more flexible Power Keyboard for $79.
- The Clicks Communicator is a dedicated keyboard Android phone, priced at $499, designed for productivity.
- Unihertz Titan series offers BlackBerry-like Android phones starting at $300, with new models teased for MWC.
- Ikko Mind One is a unique small Android phone with an optional keyboard case, priced at $429.
- The Minimal Phone is a distraction-free device with an e-paper display and QWERTY keyboard, starting at $449.
- Choosing a keyboard phone depends on needs: Clicks accessories for ease, niche devices for specific experiences.