In 2024, in the world, crowded with advanced smartphones, old -fashioned phones return to fashion. They have become not only a practical choice, but also a stylish accessory for those who seek to avoid digital overload. The British edition of The Telegraph has tested several Grandma models that combine retro design with reliable productivity. Here's a list of the best.
Nokia 3210: Classic Out of Time
Screen: 2.4 inches, colored. Wi-Fi: No. Battery time: 10 hours in conversation mode. Dimensions: 123.8 × 50.5 × 22.5 mm. This phone is a choice for those who want to stay in touch without being distracted by unnecessary functions. Compact and lightweight (less than 90 grams), it provides basic functionality with a designated design.
Nokia 2660 Flip: For fans of folding phones
Screen: 2.8 inches, colored. Wi-Fi: No. Battery time: 6 hours in conversation mode. Dimensions: 108 × 55 × 18.9 mm. The elegant Flip Phone design makes this model ideal for minimalists. Convenient large keys and external messages are added to practicality.
Barbie Phone: Aggressive pink choice
Screen: 2.8 inches, colored. Wi-Fi: No. Battery time: 6 hours in conversation mode. Dimensions: 108 × 55 × 18.9 mm. This thematic phone attracts attention with a bright pink set of accessories: a cable for charging, stickers, toys and even a variable battery. Barbie Phone is not only a phone but also a fashionable accessory for the boldest.
Doro 6820: simplicity in everything
Screen: 2.8 inches, colored. Wi-Fi: No. Battery time: 7 hours in conversation mode. Dimensions: 107 × 56 × 20 mm. Doro offers extremely simple custom experience: only calls and SMS. Thanks to high contrast keys and strict design, this phone is great for those looking for minimalism.
Punkt MP02: Minimalism with a hint of present
Screen: 2-inch color. Wi-Fi: Yes. Battery time: 4.2 hours in conversation mode. Dimensions: 11.72 × 5,16 × 1.44 cm. Although Punkt supports the work with the encrypted Signal Messenger, users are often faced with difficulty in adjusting. This reduces its functionality to calls and SMS, which can appeal to fans of absolute minimalism.
UNIHERTZ Jelly Star: The smallest smartphone
Screen: 3 inches, colored. Wi-Fi: Yes. Battery time: 1 day. Dimensions: 10 × 5 × 2 cm. This is a complete smartphone on Android 13, but because of the tiny size of using it becomes unique experience. Jelly Star will be a great choice for those who want to combine modern opportunities with maximum compactness.
