Modern smartphones are built to keep users engaged with bright screens and endless social media feeds. This design often makes it difficult to focus on simple tasks like replying to an email or sending a message. At CES 2026, Clicks Technology introduced a new device called the Clicks Communicator to solve this problem. Instead of trying to be a replacement for your iPhone or Galaxy, the Communicator is a secondary phone. It is designed for “doing, not doomscrolling.” By stripping away distractions and focusing on physical buttons, Clicks is offering a way to stay connected without getting lost in your screen.
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Clicks wants us to type and not watch
The Clicks Communicator looks very different from the glass slabs we carry today. It is small, with a 4 inch screen that is intentionally tiny. This makes it great for reading text but not very fun for watching long videos or scrolling through TikTok. The bottom of the phone features a real, physical keyboard with buttons that click when you press them. For many people, typing on real keys is much faster and more accurate than tapping on a piece of glass.
This phone runs on a simple version of Android 16. The home screen does not show a wall of colorful app icons. Instead, it uses a clean list of your most important messages from apps like WhatsApp, Slack, and Gmail. There is also a unique feature on the back called the Signal light. This is a small LED that you can set to different colors for different people. For example, you could make it turn blue when your boss messages you and green when a family member calls. This allows you to know who is reaching out without even turning the screen on.
The Clicks Communicator brings back some forgotten phone features
In the race to make phones thinner and ‘aesthetic’, big companies have removed many helpful parts. The Clicks Communicator brings them back. It has a standard headphone jack, so you can use your favorite wired headphones without an adapter. It also has a slot for a microSD card, which lets you add up to 2TB of extra storage for your files and music.
There is a physical “kill switch” on the side of the phone as well. You can set this switch to instantly put the phone in airplane mode or turn off the keyboard sensors. Having a real button for these tasks feels more reliable than digging through software menus. Even though it is a secondary device, it still has a 50MP camera on the back and a 24MP camera on the front. This ensures you can still take a quick photo or join a video call when you need to, but the focus remains on communication.
What if you don’t want two phones?
Not everyone wants to carry two phones, so Clicks also announced the Power Keyboard. This is a separate accessory that snaps onto the back of your existing iPhone or Android phone using magnets. It works with MagSafe and Qi2 technology. When you want to type, the keyboard slides out from the bottom. This turns your modern phone into something that looks like an old-school slider phone.
The Power Keyboard connects to your phone using Bluetooth. This is a big deal because it means you can also use it with other devices. You could sit it on a table and use it to type on your tablet, a smart TV, or even a virtual reality headset. It also contains its own battery. While you are typing, the keyboard can wirelessly charge your phone, giving you a little extra power to get through the day.
Here is why owning two phones may just make sense for us all
The idea of a second phone might seem strange at first, but Clicks compares it to a Kindle. You use a Kindle specifically for reading because it is better at that task than an iPad. In the same way, the Communicator is optimized for work and messaging. It is a tool for people who feel overwhelmed by their primary smartphones.
By separating your “work and talk” tasks onto the Communicator, you can leave your “fun and distraction” phone in your bag or in another room. This helps you get your tasks done quickly so you can spend less time looking at a screen. It is a high tech way to simplify your digital life. The phone is small enough to fit in a pocket and light enough that you will barely notice you are carrying it.
Release data and pricing of the Clicks Communicator
The Clicks Communicator is available for reservation now at a special launch price of $399. After February 27, 2026, the standard retail price will increase to $499. It is available in three colors: Smoke, Clover, and Onyx. The phone is expected to begin shipping to customers later this year.
The Clicks Power Keyboard is also available for pre-order starting at an early bird price of $79. The regular retail price for the keyboard will be $109. It is expected to be available in the spring of 2026. Both products are being showcased for hands-on demonstrations at the Clicks booth during CES 2026.
