I Still Use A Flip Phone

Nostalgic for the Flip Phones of the Aughts? You'll Flip for the Newest Styles

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If you think flip phones are relics of the past, think again. Flip phones are back, better and ready to fit comfortably in your pants pocket. Aside from being easy to use and practical, the latest models have updated, tech-forward features that old models lacked, including full-sized screens, touchscreens, high-quality cameras, long-lasting batteries and crystal-clear sound quality. If your top priority is staying connected with family and friends through phone calls and text messages, foldable phones are an excellent option. Best of all, they're often cheaper than smartphones. Let's look at the newest flip phones and the features that make them top picks for meeting a range of needs.

A Samsung Flip Phone With High-Tech Features and a Camera to Take Picture-Perfect Masterpieces

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip will have you turning your head for a second look thanks to its eye-catching and high-tech yet easy-to-use system. Compared to Samsung's first flip phone (the Galaxy Fold), the Galaxy Z Flip is smaller and stronger and has a better AMOLED display screen that provides vibrant colors — perfect for watching movies and your favorite TV shows in the palm of your hand.

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Its camera experience is one of the features reviewers can't stop talking about. The camera offers high-definition 4K video capture and special functions like "Flex Mode," which lets you unfold the device at different angles to snap hands-free photos so you can take the best selfies. In addition to its revolutionary camera, the Galaxy Z Flip comes with eight long hours of battery life, 256GB of storage and 5G connectivity.

The Senior-Friendly Flip Phone With Big Buttons, Hearing Aid Features and SOS Help

People who need a simple phone to read and navigate will love the Easyfone Prime A1 3G. Its extra-large buttons make dialing a breeze, while the big font and icons allow for easy viewing. The phone is also hearing aid compatible with an M4/T4 rating, a valuable feature for customers with hearing devices. When it comes to the volume, users can set the phone to loud mode and the sound will stay crystal clear.

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The Easyfone is all about convenience — from charging the device with a cradle to answering phone calls with a flip. The flashlight feature is also helpful, as it's easy to switch on and bright enough to light a path in dark environments. If there's an emergency, the device has an SOS assistance button to call for help or send urgent messages instantly.

An Iconic Flip Phone That Offers a Stunning Cinematic Screen and Hours of Enjoyment

When you think of the Motorola Razr, you probably think of the old flip phone with a small screen and large buttons. However, today's Motorola Razr got a bit of an upgrade, coming back sleeker with a full-sized 6.2-inch OLED cinematic display screen and touchscreen features.

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The phone's battery can last almost 27 days on standby mode and 40 hours with typical use, so you don't have to worry about charging the device so much. After only a few minutes of charging, this phone will be juiced and ready to go.

In addition to its incredible all-day battery, the Motorola Razr has a remarkable 16MP camera to help you capture professional-quality photos and videos — even in the dead of night. With modes such as Night Vision and Cinemagraph, you can have more fun taking photos, and low-quality or bad composition results will become things of the past.

The Motorola Razr's other highlights include face recognition for unlocking the device, a simple touchscreen screenshot function and a tapping flashlight feature. The Motorola Razr is definitely not what it used to be — it's gorgeous and packed with powerful updates.

This Easy-to-Use, Budget-Friendly Flip Phone That Keeps More Money in Your Wallet

If you're on a budget, finding a good-quality phone that's still affordable is important. We recommend the Alcatel QUICKFLIP 4044C, a sleek flip phone with a simple interface and high-definition quality calls for less than $70. Its battery life is so impressive that it can last up to 16 days on standby and eight hours while streaming.

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With a fast 4G LTE connection, you can use the Alcatel QUICKFLIP for email, calendar and web surfing. The phone also provides a quad-core processor, 2MP camera, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, built-in GPS and 4GB of memory storage. Plus, its external screen displays incoming calls, messages and notifications so you can see who's contacting you without flipping the phone open.

A Durable Flip Phone That Can Survive Almost Anything

Frustrated with phones that break easily? The Kyocera DuraXE 4G LTE Rugged Mobile makes that worry a thing of the past — it's one of the most durable flip phones available. With a Military Standard 810G rating, this rugged device is waterproof, dustproof and shock-resistant, allowing you to take it anywhere with confidence. If you're prone to dropping or damaging your phone, the rugged Kyocera is an excellent choice.

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This flip phone has 8GB of memory space and a microSD card slot for additional storage of up to 32GB, so you can store more of your go-to songs or photos of your favorite people. It also offers up to 18 days of battery life on standby and nine hours of talk time — no more running around to charge your phone.