US — Ars Technica
People say they want small smartphones—the Enough Phone will put that to the test
Devices1 min read
Enough Phone is a small, budget-friendly smartphone with a 5.3-inch screen. The company is now taking preorders, betting that people who say they want smaller phones will actually buy one.
A small phone goes on preorder
Enough Phone has started taking preorders for its first device. The phone has a 5.3-inch screen, which is small compared with most phones today. It uses a mid-range processor, one back camera, and a plastic-like body. The fingerprint sensor sits in the power button. The price is $399 for a limited time, and the regular price is $599.
Key facts at a glance
- Screen: 5.3 inches, 1520×720 pixels (HD+ LCD)
- Memory and storage: 8GB of memory and 128GB of storage, with room for a microSD card
- Main camera: 50 MP Sony sensor. Selfie camera: 32 MP
- Battery: 3,500 mAh, and the user can replace it
- Size: 133×64×12 mm, about the same footprint as the iPhone 13 Mini
Why the phone is so small
Early smartphones had screens around 3.5 inches. Today's phones are often very large. Enough Phone's designers chose the smallest screen that still had decent performance. They also made the phone a bit thicker so the battery can be swapped out. This is similar to the Fairphone, where you only remove a few screws to open the back.
Two software choices
Buyers can pick standard Android 17, which has Google certification and is likely the more popular choice. They can also pick OdysseyOS. This version of Android removes most Google parts and works more like a basic dumbphone. It does not even include a web browser.
Why it matters
Many people say they want smaller phones, but few companies sell them. This launch will test whether that wish is real. It also shows that some buyers may want a simple phone that does less, instead of the most powerful one on the market.
Glossary
- Enough Phone
- The company and the small smartphone it is launching, which is built to be simple and affordable.
- Android
- A phone operating system made by Google. It runs the apps and features on a phone.
- OdysseyOS
- A version of Android with Google parts removed. It works more like a basic dumbphone.
- Fairphone
- A phone company known for designing phones that are easier to repair.