Unihertz Jelly 2 - Compact Android 11 Mini Smartphone, 4G Unlocked, 6GB RAM + 128GB Storage, NFC, Dark Green (Support T-Mobile & Verizon & AT&T only)

Update 25May2021: A great phone is even better. The first software update made it so that the battery icon now displays a visual indicator of charge level or a percentage of charge remaining even while in battery saver mode. Props to Unihertz for implementing that change. ----- I tend to only use a phone for talk and text, and prefer models that are smaller than my iPod Touch, preferably a good bit smaller. Preferably the size of my old LG enV2, if I'm being honest. I used the Unihertz Atom for a month but found the keyboard too small even for my minimal uses. It was excellent as a way to deter excessive, or any, screen use, but even typing a word or two was frustrating. I switched to Jelly 2 about a month ago and the difference is amazing. I am absolutely in love with this little phone! Even with my bad eyes and clumsy fingers, texting is very doable with no more errors than I make on my iPod Touch keyboard, especially with the Swiftkey keyboard app that supports swype typing. I wouldn't want to type long emails on it, but I have no problem texting or typing short emails. Discord, Facebook, Flickr and Chrome are all very functional and easy to use even on such a small screen. Despite the fact that I try to limit my phone use to talk and text, I find myself using it for other functions that I'd normally use over WIFI with my iPod Touch. I appreciate that Jelly 2 has more RAM and storage than Atom, and that it supports a micro SD card in the second SIM slot. I'm using it with a Verizon SIM card that was activated in a Verizon phone and switched to the Jelly 2. So far, no problems with Verizon as my service provider. Although I liked the rubberized grip of Atom, I prefer the removable case that Jelly 2 has, and hope it will be available as a separate purchase and in different colors at some point. I prefer the older Android app drawer style UI, but the Clean Launcher app decently provides that functionality. I'd also like it to have a larger battery, although I know that's a trade off with keeping the device size small. I was getting 3 days between charges with the Atom but can't seem to go more than 2 with Jelly 2, probably because I'm tempted to use it for more than just talk and text. Overnight battery drain is about 1% per hour on standby in battery saver mode. I don't like that you can't see the battery charge level in battery saver mode. The icon at the top doesn't display a visual level or percentage. If you value a small footprint over screen or battery size, Jelly 2 can absolutely function as a main smart phone replacement. If you enjoy watching videos or playing games on your phone or need to do a lot of typing, it may not be the best choice. If you want a tiny, rugged phone to use as a temporary alternate to a larger or more fragile device, or something that will really discourage screen use, go with the Atom. Photos below include a comparison with the Unihertz Atom, iPod Touch and LG enV2.

For health reasons, I avoid wireless exposure as much as possible and as a result keep my phone on airplane mode most of the time. At home, I plug it into an Ethernet cord + adapter for downloading audio books, podcasts and music (without using wireless). In the past I have had a pay-as-you go plan from TMobile for $30/month. But for how much data I use (typically 1G or less per month), $30 seemed too much to spend. For the most recent couple years I used a 7" tablet plan (with 1G of data/month) from verizon $8.mo, instead of a phone. I could not get a "tablet plan" with a regular cell phone - Verizon won't do it - and it became annoying to have to use a tablet on the go because the size forced me to carry a lager bag than I wanted. When my tablet broke it was time to find another solution! In comes TELLO + the Unihertz JELLY2!!! This wonderful little phone + a plan of my choosing with Tello has been a perfect solution for me. I wish I had found Tello earlier. My Tello sim is using tmobile towers which have worked every time I need to pull up a map or send a text (I live in the country in NH). I pay for 1G of data and $100 minutes for $6 per month! It is exactly what I need, no more no less. If I ever need more data I can buy another Gig for $5. My usage is pulling up an occasional Map (then turning Airplay mode back on & keeping on location to navigate), texting via Telegram & Google voice, browsing/searching, or a very brief phone call. This little phone works great. The flashlight is helpful. The camera quality is very good. Battery life is great. Swipe text works great. Android apps I use such as Audible, Napster, google maps, Telegram, Google Voice, Protonmail work great. It fits in a pocket and allows me to wear my small purse again that larger phones won't fit in! It is the kind of phone that works for what you need, but also minimizes the addictive effects of larger phones simply by being just a bit too small to escape into. This is great for those who are choosing to back away from cell phone use/addiction. IMO, streaming should be done through a wired connection, at home, with a projector or at least a computer screen... treated more like movie night. At home you can stream without toxic wireless exposure (from WiFi, Bluetooth and 4G/5G) by using an Ethernet connection and a $9 USB C to Ethernet Adapter adapter. In short, this phone will help you emancipate yourself from cell phone slavery and put the cell phone back in its proper place as a tool and nothing more. Enjoy life, slow down, be present for your in person relationships, learn skills, dance, sing, create beauty; invest in your life. Don't allow the cell phone to steal your life from you. Recognize that social media is anti-social and prevents you from investing in your real life. This cute little tool will help you demote your phone back to being just that, a tool. It is a great price AND, you will very quickly save money if you get rid of your costly monthly "unlimited" plan and replace it with paying for only what you need with Tello. I highly recommend this phone! For me, it's perfect!

I have used the Jelly 2 for several months now (since August), and I am extremely happy with this device. It is a fantastic alternative to the giant smartphones on the market today. ✨ Design, Feel, and Portability The 3-inch screen is what sold me. It is incredibly compact and fits perfectly in the hand. It's not like the giant phones everyone uses today—this size is excellent. It feels great for this price and is easy to clean. Note on Text Size: The writing is small, and the on-screen keyboard is tiny, so this phone is not for everyone. However, you can enlarge the text within messaging apps, and you can always zoom in by pinching the screen when scrolling through web pages. Furthermore, I often use the microphone for voice-to-text when messaging or for voice searches on the internet, which bypasses the keyboard size issue entirely. It features a handy slot for a lanyard, which is great for carrying it securely or swinging it around. ⚙️ Performance and Usability I can download all my essential applications, including my favorite local music player, Musicolet (Google Play stopped this, I guess they think everyone streams, but we don't!). Crucially, this phone handles large memory cards well; I currently use a 256GB SD card specifically for my music files, and it works perfectly for massive local storage. Jelly 2E Comparison: Do not get the Jelly 2E! That phone is supposed to be the "next up" model, but it felt like a major downgrade. The connectivity on the 2E was terrible, but the Jelly 2 is fine; calls are clear, and texting is standard. Wired Audio: It has a 3.5mm headphone jack! This is an awesome, essential feature for wired calls, receiving calls, and enjoying music. Bluetooth: Connects straight away without any issues. 🔋 Battery and Usage The battery life is acceptable. I use the phone frequently and heavily, so I do charge it daily, but it has handled my usage well over these six months. 📸 Camera and Screen Quality The video camera and audio quality are good. I think it's definitively better than the Jellystar Mini video/audio quality, based on my experience. Pictures are decent, but since I don't prioritize the camera part, I don't care that they aren't the absolute best. Watching YouTube is cool, but don't expect a tablet-like experience; this is a phone, and that's all I wanted. ⚠️ Note on App Compatibility The only small issue is with specific app compatibility (like the eBay app) due to the Android version. However, for those who know how to safely find and install APK files from trusted sites like APKMirror, this is easily worked around.

Il telefono é una sorpresa. Mai avrei immaginato che un telefono così piccolo potesse offrire delle buonissime prestazioni. Avendolo preso per la comodità delle dimensioni e quindi non per navigare in continuazione su internet o per gaming, ha una durata più che buona , anche più di 24 ore. Il dispositivo é veloce e fluido nel funzionamento, la fotocamera da risultati soddisfacenti, l'audio nelle telefonate é molto buono. Nel complesso, lo valuto un buon telefono. Sconsigliato a chi ama gli smartphone over size....

I have had this phone for over 2 years, i really love it because of its tiny size. It does all the current huge smartphones do, but in a very compact size. I've noticed that after 2 years the battery performance isnt as good as new (but it's no worse that any other phone in that respect). It's a tiny phone, so not a high usage phone and you need good eyesight for the small screen. I'd buy it again today

There are minor issues (some apps do not work) but form factor and size makes it.

Cabe en el bolsillo, lo puedes usar con una mano, la pantalla se ve muy bien (bueno, no, en exteriores con mucha luz le falta brillo; pero para su tamaño tiene una resolución excelente)... El formato no me acaba de convencer, quizá me gustaría más si fuese un centímetro más largo y quizá otro más ancho a cambio de tener un grosor más contenido, que al principio resulta algo chocante aunque te acostumbras rápido. La forma redondeada y el material con pinta resbaladiza dan algo de miedo de que se te escape de las manos pero es sólo una sensación. De potencia va sobrado para un uso normal, tengo instaladas varias apps, veo vídeos, uso el gps, y todo va fluido. Sí que no es para jugar, ni por tamaño de pantalla ni por batería ni por potencia bruta. Reconozco que me pegué mis viciadas, en según qué juegos hay que bajar el detalle al mínimo y mantener el teléfono conectado al cargador pero bueno, no está pensado para eso. La batería es pequeña y se descarga rápido, pero también se carga rápido. Si lo tienes en reposo aguanta el día sobradamente incluso tras un par de años de uso. Si te pones a ver vídeos en unas pocas horas ya te está pidiendo clemencia, el gps también consume batería pero para viajes largos supongo que lo normal es tener el teléfono conectado a un cargador así que tampoco lo veo un problema (si usase el gps en la bici sí que podría ser un problema). Si quieres un móvil pequeño, con todo lo que conlleva, no se me ocurre mejor alternativa.