While smartphones have grown exceptionally in the last few years, people are still buying feature phones. In fact, the interest for feature phones in the United States has been on the rise in the last 5 years, suggesting more people are switching to digital minimalism.

Feature phones are great for older people, as most of them don’t want a bundle of extra features that can be confusing if you haven’t used them before. They are also an ideal choice for younger people seeking a distraction-free experience without the temptations of social media or constant notifications.

A feature phone will benefit you in two ways, at least. One is price, as it’s significantly cheaper than smartphones. And the other is a great battery life, lasting at least for a few days on a single charge.

Here are the five best feature phones you can buy for under $100:

1. Nokia 2780 Flip

It’s a dual screen Nokia phone. The outer one measures 1.77 inches and shows the time and caller details without needing to unfold the device. The inner (primary) display measures 2.7 inches. It’s a bright screen that’s readable for sending and reading texts. Below the display are large buttons that make it easy to dial numbers or send messages.

This Nokia 2780 flip phone has a dedicated side button that can be programmed to quickly dial a person in case of an emergency. There’s a 5MP camera on the back that take decent pictures, and a flashlight right next to it.

The battery lasts more than half a month on standby. With normal usage, you should easily get five days of battery backup on a single charge. It’s a 4G phone with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi support. There’s GPS for Google Maps and USB-C for charging, which you don’t see on most feature phones.

It has 4GB RAM and 512GB of internal storage, which can be expanded up to 32GB using a microSD card. The device runs advanced software called KaiOS, which lets you access popular apps such as Facebook and YouTube. You can also download more apps from the store. If these are only distractions to you, go for the Nokia 2660 Flip instead.

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2. Nokia 8210 4G

It’s minimalistic from the outside and inside as well. No social media apps and browser support to keep you engaged. This Nokia phone has a 2.8-inch screen that is readable for sending and reading messages. The keys are separated for enhanced typing experience and accuracy. It’s particularly more useful for older people as they faciliate easier identification and pressing of keys.

The device is built to survive accidental drops and challenging conditions. It’s a 4G phone, which is the best for feature phones as they’ll continue to work once 2G and 3G networks are shut down.

Nokia 8210 4G lets you add up to 32GB microSD card. It has many basic games such as Snake, Tetris, BlackJack, Arrow Master, Air Strike, and NinjaUp. It has an MP3 player and FM Radio for your music needs.

The removable battery lasts a few days on a single charge and goes much longer on standby. To refill it again, you get a micro-USB charger inside the box.

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3. Alcatel SMARTFLIP (4052R)

It’s a cheaper alternative to the Nokia 2780 Flip. The smaller screen measures 1.44 inches and shows the date and time, battery indicator, and incoming calls. When opened, you get access to a 2.8-inch primary screen that offers good visibility for reading text messages and emails.

Alcatel SMARTFLIP (4052R) is preloaded with Google Assistant to help you find answers, make phone calls, and schedule appointments. You just need to long press the OK button to wake it up. Thanks to KaiOS, the device also supports Google Maps, YouTube, and an app store to download more apps.

Its 2MP camera is as good as nothing. To keep the device running smoothly, it has 4GB RAM and 512GB internal storage, with support for up to 32GB microSD card. The supported video playback is capped at 1080p 30fps.

The phone is equipped with a 1,350mAh battery that lasts for a few days on a single charge. On the left side, it has two slots: a 3.5mm audio jack and a micro-USB slot for charging/file transfer.

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4. Nokia 220 4G (2024)

The camera on a feature phone is as good as nothing. Most people don’t use them at all. For those, HMD has released the Nokia 220 4G this year with no cameras, giving it a cleaner look.

The phone has a 2.8-inch bright screen. It’s packed with a 1,450mAh battery, which lasts for a few days and even more than that on standby. The battery is removable, so if you’re running low on power, swap it with a new one to get things online in minutes. By the way, it has a USB type-C port for charging.

Nokia 220 4G has only 128GB of internal storage, which is very limited for music and videos. However, thanks to an additional microSD card slot, you can add up to 32GB storage. The device also supports Bluetooth and has a 3.5mm headphone jack for audio devices.

The all-new Cloud Apps on the device lets you access news, weather, and even YouTube. The snake game is also there in case you want to waste some minutes.

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5. LIVELY Jitterbug Flip 2

It’s an excellent phone for older people who do not require the complexities of a smartphone. The phone has a 1.44-inch external display and a 3.2-inch internal one with better readability. Below the screen are large physical buttons that are clearly labelled for enhanced visibility.

There’s an 8MP camera on the back and a 5MP on the front, which are not high-quality. Output images and videos are average. However, the battery is excellent, lasting for a few days, so you don’t need to plug it in very often.

The device is carefully crafted with safety in mind. It has an urgent response button below the keypad that immediately connects to a certified agent who can trace your location and send help if necessary. There’s also Lively Rides, which connects to an operator who can arrange a ride for you. The cost of these rides will be added to the monthly bill from Lively.

Jitterbug Flip 2 also has an essential Nurse On-Call feature, allowing users to speak directly with registered nurses and doctors for medical advice. This feature is great for seniors and is available 24/7.

The device has excellent call quality and loudness. It’s even better with the speaker, for which there’s a dedicated key. It has Alexa integration that allows users to make calls, send texts, and access information using voice commands.

This device operates on Lively’s network, which uses Verizon’s infrastructure. To use it, you’ll need a monthly plan starting from $19.99.

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HMD Global, through its partnership with Nokia, has launched two new feature phones in India—the Nokia 235 4G and the Nokia 220 4G. These launches come shortly after the introduction of the updated Nokia 3210 (2024), emphasizing Nokia’s focus on the feature phone market.

The Nokia 235 4G (2024) is equipped with a 2.8-inch IPS display and a 2MP rear camera. It operates on a Unisoc T107 processor and the Nokia S30+ operating system. The device includes 64MB of RAM and 128MB of internal storage, which can be expanded up to 32GB via a microSD card. It features a 1450mAh removable battery, capable of up to 9.8 hours of talk time.

Connectivity options include Bluetooth v5.0, a headphone jack, and USB-C for charging. The phone also supports basic apps like an MP3 player, FM radio, cloud apps, and allows access to news and weather updates, YouTube Shorts, and the classic Snake game. It also comes with Scan & Pay UPI apps for easy digital payments.

The Nokia 220 4G shares most of the Nokia 235 4G’s specs but does not have a camera. It supports UPI applications that are approved by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), which simplifies digital transactions.

Pricing and Where to Buy

The Nokia 235 4G is available for Rs. 3,749 in three colors: Blue, Black, and Purple. The Nokia 220 4G is priced at Rs. 3,249 and comes in Peach and Black. Both models are available starting today on HMD’s website, Amazon.in, and at retail locations across India.

In related news, HMD Global has also recently launched new feature phones under its own brand name, called the HMD 105 and HMD 110. These feature phones also come with built-in UPI functionality, as well as large displays and a voice assistant onboard. They will be available in India starting June 11.

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HMD Global launches Nokia 220 4G in China almost a year after the phone’s international announcement. Although the handset is priced at 299 Yuan ($42), customers who pre-order it with 1 Yuan deposit will have to only pay a final price of 270 Yuan ($38). The device will be shipping from May 7.

Nokia 220 4G is a feature phone with classic design and as the name says it supports 4G connectivity (including VoLTE) as well as dual SIM. The handset measures 121.3 x 52.9 x 13.4mm in size and weighs 86.5 g with the battery inserted. The device is entirely made of polycarbonate and comes in Blue and Black color options.

On the front, it sports a 2.4-inches QVGA display with a standard T9 keyboard below it. The phone runs Feature OS supported by 16MB RAM and 24MB internal storage. On the back, it features a VGA camera paired with an LED flash, which can be also used as a flashlight.

For connectivity, apart from support for 4G on all three major carriers in China, it also has Bluetooth 4.2. But the phone will fall back to 2G when there’s no 4G coverage as it does not support 3G. As for ports, it comes with a Micro-USB port for charging and a 3.5 mm headphone jack for audio output.

Other features of the handset include microSD card support, internet browser, MP3 player, hands-free FM Radio, Snake game, speed dial up to 8 contacts, and more.

Last but not least, the Nokia 220 4G gets its juice from a 1,200 mAh removable battery with talk time and standby time of up to 6.3 hours and 27 days respectively.

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Nokia hasn’t really released so many eye-popping, powerful flagship models this year but the company has continued to dazzle at the other end of the table with nice feature phones. Just when attention is shifting away from the feature phone segment, Nokia usually comes through for the segment. Back in July this year, the Nokia 220 4G was launched and among the features that made it stood out is the 4G connectivity which it offers. The feature phone is now available in Germany and the UK.

In Germany, the Nokia 220 4G  can be scooped up from Amazon Germany which is currently taking orders for the device. The phone comes with a price tag of EUR 49.90  and will start shipping on November 20. On the other hand, the Nokia 220 4G is on offer in the UK for £43,97. At the moment, only retailer Reichelt has it in stock.

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As a reminder, the Nokia 220 4G packs a 2.4-inch QQVGA display and a polycarbonate back cover. The phone features 16MB of RAM and 24MB of storage. It runs Feature OS and has a VGA camera on the back with an LED flash. It also has an MP3 player, an FM radio that works without earphones plugged in, Bluetooth 4.2, and a 3.5mm audio jack. The Nokia 220 4G has dual SIM support – (nano and Micro). There is also a single SIM version (nano).

Apart from 4G bands, the phone supports 900 and 1800 2G EU bands but no 3G support. It equally presents with the Opera Mini web browser pre-installed and a couple of other apps. There is also a modern version of the popular Snake classic game onboard. The phone gets its juice from a big 1200mAh removable battery with up to 27 days of standby time and 6.3 hours of talk time. It is available in two colour options – Blue and Black.

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HMD Global has announced two new Nokia phones today. As the title says, you already know these are not smartphones but feature phones. The two phones are the Nokia 220 4G and the Nokia 105 (2019).

Nokia 220 4G

The Nokia 220 4G is a modern version of the original which was launched back in 2014 but it looks nothing like the original. The Nokia 220 4G has a curvier body that should make it more comfortable to hold for long. It is made from polycarbonate and there is the familiar 4G logo inscribed on the back.

It still has a 2.4-inch QQVGA display, 16MB of RAM and 24MB of storage. It runs Feature OS and has a VGA camera on the back with an LED flash. It also has an MP3 player, an FM radio that works without earphones plugged in, Bluetooth 4.2, and a 3.5mm audio jack. The Nokia 220 4G has dual SIM support – (nano and Micro). There is also a single SIM version (nano).

Nokia didn’t list the 4G bands supported for VoLTE calls but said it supports 900 and 1800 2G EU bands. They also specifically said it doesn’t have 3G support, so if there is no 4G network, it falls back to 2G. There is an internet browser (Opera Mini) and seems to come preinstalled with Facebook and Twitter as well as a modern version of the popular Snake game.

The Nokia 220 4G has a 1200mAh removable battery that charges via a MicroUSB port. It has a standby time of 27 days and will provide up to 6.3 hours of talk time. The phone comes in Blue and Black, weighs 86.5 grams and measures 121.3 x 52.9 x 13.4 millimeters. No price tag has been announced yet.

Nokia 105 (2019)

The Nokia 105 2019 is the 4th generation model of the Nokia 105. It comes after the 2017 model and even keeps its design but is a bit taller. The body is made from hard-wearing polycarbonate and will survive drops and falls. It adopts the island keymat style which separates the keys and makes texting easier.

The display is 1.77-inches and a QQVGA type. It has 4MB of RAM and 4MB of storage (up to 2000 contacts and 500 messages) and runs Nokia Series 30+ software. There is an FM radio, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a flashlight.

The removable battery is still the same 800mAh capacity as 2017’s model and it charges via a MicroUSB port. HMD Global says it will provide up to 14.4 hours of talk time and last up to 25.8 days on standby.

The Nokia 105 comes in blue, pink, and black. It doesn’t have a price tag yet.

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