Archive · 7 Jan 2026
Clicks Communicator: Android Phone with QWERTY Keyboard
Clicks Technology has launched a new Android smartphone called the Communicator.
It has a physical QWERTY keyboard, which is great for typing.
The phone is designed for people who want a simple device for texting and messaging, without all the distractions of a regular smartphone.
It has a 4.03-inch screen, a 50MP camera, and a big battery.
The keyboard is touch-sensitive and can also be used like a trackpad.
The phone runs Android 16 and has a special launcher that makes it easy to access messaging apps.
It costs $499, but you can get it for $399 if you pre-order early.
The company hopes that people who miss old BlackBerry phones will like this new device.
Clicks Technology introduces the Communicator, an Android smartphone with a full physical QWERTY keyboard.
Designed as a distraction-free, secondary device for focused communication, targeting BlackBerry enthusiasts.
Features a 4.03-inch AMOLED display, 50MP rear camera, 4,000 mAh battery, and expandable storage up to 2TB.
Includes tactile controls like a mute/airplane mode switch, a customizable 'Prompt Key', and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Priced at $499, with early-bird pre-orders available for $399, shipping in late 2026.
- Who
- Clicks Technology, a startup brand known for physical keyboard cases
- What
- Launch of the Clicks Communicator, an Android smartphone with a QWERTY keyboard
- When
- Pre-orders available, shipping in late 2026
- Where
- Global availability not specified, but likely worldwide
- Why
- To cater to users nostalgic for BlackBerry devices and those seeking a distraction-free communication device
- Display
- 4.03-inch AMOLED (1080 x 1200 resolution)
- Keyboard
- Full physical QWERTY, touch-sensitive, doubles as trackpad
- Camera
- 50MP rear, 24MP front
- Battery
- 4,000 mAh
- Storage
- 256GB internal, expandable up to 2TB via microSD
- Connectivity
- 5G, dual SIM (physical + eSIM), NFC
- Price
- $499 (early-bird $399 with deposit)
- Availability
- Pre-order, shipping in late 2026