The Minimal Phone 2 features an AMOLED display and 5G connectivity while maintaining its classic appeal.

      A smaller sequel made of aluminum, featuring a complete OLED display, 5G capabilities, and an improved keyboard.

      Minimal Phone 2

      The initial Minimal Phone was defined by an E Ink screen that made scrolling intentionally difficult. The black-and-white E Ink display was designed to make watching videos or browsing social media posts less visually appealing.

      Therefore, when The Minimal Company revealed its successor with an AMOLED screen that supports a higher refresh rate, I was somewhat taken aback. I hadn't anticipated the company would change the hardware choice that made the original distinctive. Still, this doesn't mean the Minimal Phone 2 isn't worth considering.

      Why abandon the display that characterized the brand?

      The Minimal Phone 2 replaces its e-reader-style E Ink panel with a 3.92-inch 90Hz AMOLED display. While E Ink screens are slow, unresponsive with animations, and generally unsuitable for anything beyond text, the AMOLED display provides a contemporary look and appeal.

      Isn't it ironic: a Minimal Phone featuring an AMOLED display? Regardless, the rest of the redesign feels quite necessary, at least in my opinion. The previous blocky, sharp-edged shell has been replaced with a sleek, curved aluminum body.

      It is available in Black or Silver. The physical QWERTY keyboard remains as well, featuring a tactile layout that incorporates metal dome switches, remappable keys, and long-press shortcuts. For use in low-light conditions, the keys are also backlit.

      Does 5G change the equation?

      Customers will also receive a physical silent switch on the top, along with a 3.5mm headphone jack, enhancing the overall nostalgic feel of the phone, reminiscent of classic BlackBerrys.

      In contrast to the original Minimal Phone, the new version includes 5G support, indicating that the company has integrated a new chipset. Although it's not yet confirmed, a source suggests it might feature the Dimensity 8300, along with 8GB of RAM and either 256GB or 512GB of storage capacity.

      Kickstarter

      While the company announced that further information regarding the phone will be shared on August 10, 2026, the Kickstarter page indicates that the crowdfunding campaign will remain active for another 29 days. The project has already met its funding goal, suggesting that the brand is likely to proceed with a commercial release.

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      WinFuture has acquired detailed specifications for the Galaxy S26 FE, which include a 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080, a 120Hz refresh rate, and brightness reaching 1,900 nits in high-brightness mode. The phone is expected to be available in Graphite, Pistachio, and Blueberry.

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