Let’s be honest, smartphones have grown quite big in size from their very early designs. A 6.5-inch brick is considered standard these days, as flagships can even outgrow that size to give users maximum display real estate with an impressive screen-to-body ratio. Challenging the conventions to bring back minimalistic dimensions for a pocket-friendly approach to your BFF pocket gadget, the NanoPhone turned heads when it was introduced in late 2024.
The telltale vibe of the device’s iPhone Mini resemblance was hard to ignore, given it had all the check boxes ticking for the right reasons. Barring its thick bezels and a few little kinks, the shrunken gadget had everything going in the right direction. Now, the phone is back in a Pro version with the bezels shrunk down for a more modern appeal, with all the other perks intact to make it a highly pocketable phone for every kind of user.
Designer: NanoPhone
Although it looks like a shrunk-down iPhone, the credit card-sized 4G device is powered by Android 12 and certified for Google Play apps. The NanoPhone Pro does everything a normal phone can – browse the internet, make calls, listen to music, real-time navigation, and more – all while taking up minimal space in your pocket. This makes the mini phone ideal for people who prefer minimalism and are not intrigued by the entertainment aspect of current-day versatile smartphones that are more than ideal for gaming or binge-watching favourite shows.
The device has a modest 5MP camera on the rear and a 2MP front shooter for taking quick photos or engaging in video chats. This makes it fit to be used as a secondary phone, especially when you are trying hard to reduce your screen time. The device is also fit for kids and the elderly who want a major chunk of the functionality without any complications or bulk.
Since size is the USP, the device optimizes the 2000mAh battery performance well on the 4-inch edge-to-edge IPS touchscreen for a complete day of use. The 4G support, dual-SIM slot, and wireless connectivity promise quite a lot in this pocket rocket device. Weighing just 79 grams, the phone can be tethered to a lanyard on your backpack or running belt. Priced at $100, the NanoPhone Pro hits the sweet spot for users who always wanted such a device. The makers are generous enough to include a protective case and a screen protector in the packaging, making it an even sweeter deal at a modest price.
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