A new smartphone with a full keyboard has been launched on Kickstarter, bringing back memories of the tactile experience of BlackBerry devices. This phone, called the Titan 2 Elite, is made by Unihertz, a Chinese smartphone manufacturer. The phone features a full backlit QWERTY keyboard that fits into a pocket and can be customized to create shortcuts for different apps and text editing. It also has a 4-inch screen and a red programmable side button that can launch any app with one press.
The Titan 2 Elite packs a keyboard and a 4-inch screen into a modern Android phone, making it appealing to fans of physical keyboards. The phone has already exceeded its funding goal on Kickstarter, with over $2.1 million pledged by over 4,500 backers. The standard version of the phone is priced at $396, while the Pro version is priced at $486, with shipping costs extra.
The Titan 2 Elite has two 50-megapixel rear cameras and a 32-megapixel front-facing camera. It is currently in the process of being certified by various regulatory bodies, including Google, the FCC, and the Conformité Européenne for EU Compliance. The certifications are expected to be obtained by April, before trial and mass production occur in May.
The phone's estimated delivery time is June 2026 for the standard version and October 2026 for the Pro version. The Titan 2 Elite is available for purchase in packages for couples, families, friends, and wholesale purchasers.
The launch of the Titan 2 Elite is a significant development for fans of physical keyboards, offering a modern Android phone with a full keyboard. While it may not be a direct competitor to the iPhone, it presents an alternative for those who value the tactile experience of a keyboard. As the tech landscape continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how devices like the Titan 2 Elite fare in the market.
