There’s a ray of hope for fans of those days though, in the form of [befinitiv]’s 2000-era Sony flip phone. It runs Android. Yes, you read that right, there on the tiny screen is Android 9.

Some cell phone makers have even come up with new models of the iconic flip and brick phones to help those who want a simpler lifestyle. Some people think the switch to flip phones will be better ...

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These often bring cutting edge hardware with a flexible display for a unique form factor. Flip phones are the most popular in the foldable segments. Brands like Samsung are pushing the boundaries ...

For more details, read how we test and rate products. We reckon the Nokia 2660 Flip (buy now) is the top dumb phone for 2024. It combines classic Nokia reliability with modern features, in an ...

While foldable-style phones like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are my preference, it seems that flip-style phones are likely to be the bigger sellers, largely thanks to ...

The idea behind the patent is the Flip's hinge will start to close mid-drop, and shift the balance of the phone and avoid having the screen hit the ground and being damaged. According to Jon ...

Even though it's made four generations of book-style foldables, Xiaomi has steered clear of making a foldable flip phone. But now we have the Xiaomi Mix Flip, and it’s here to subvert your flip ...

These phones often feature robust build quality, with hinges designed for durability. Flip smartphones also offer a unique user experience with split-screen capabilities, allowing for more ...

Samsung doesn’t have any Galaxy Z Flip 5 phones in stock at the time of this writing, and we aren’t sure if they’ll reload at some point. Be sure to click through and see if that’s the ...

We reviewed and tested them all to help you find the best phone for your needs. Andrew is CNET's go-to guy for product coverage and lead photographer for Europe. When not testing the latest phones ...