Forget touchscreens: These 3 phones are bringing physical keyboards back

Some of us old-timers fondly remember the satisfying clickity-clack of a physical smartphone keyboard. Back when email was king and multi-paragraph arguments on social networks were few and far between.

Well, if you’re someone who longs for the days of firing off missives at breakneck speed, I’ve got good news: The physical keyboard is experiencing a renaissance, and it’s looking like it’s not just a nostalgic gimmick.

Yes, hardware keyboards are officially making a comeback, and there are a few devices leading the charge that you’ll definitely want to keep an eye on.

Unihertz Titan 2 Elite

Now, Unihertz is no stranger to this market. The company already makes Android-based keyboard phones, such as the Titan 2. However, if you’re in the market for a new device, it’s best to hold your horses for the upcoming Titan 2 Elite. The company is promising an upgraded experience with a smooth-scrolling AMOLED screen and five years of guaranteed OS updates.

[Photo: Unihertz]

Unihertz is currently running a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign for the Titan 2 Elite. Backers who pledge a little under $400 can get the phone as a reward. The company says it will ship in June.

Clicks Communicator

You might recognize the name: Clicks makes a reasonably popular keyboard case for Android phones and iPhones. But the Clicks Communicator will be the company’s first shot at making a complete phone of its own.

[Photo: Clicks]

Designed as a maybe-primary, maybe-companion, definitely-sleek device focused on messaging and productivity, it runs Android 16 and features a 4-inch AMOLED display perched above a classic QWERTY layout.

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