Minimal Phone 2 Drops E Ink for AMOLED, Adds 5G and QWERTY Keyboard

The Minimal Phone 2 is set to launch with several upgrades, including an AMOLED screen, 5G connectivity, and a QWERTY keyboard. <source 8933cd70-5c6> The company behind the phone, The Minimal Company, has replaced the previous version's E Ink display with a 3.92-inch AMOLED display that runs at 90Hz. <source 8933cd70-5c6> This change makes the device more responsive and easier to use, while still providing the anti-distraction functionality that made the original phone's display so unique. <source 8933cd70-5c6> The phone also includes a MediaTek Dimensity 8300 processor, 8GB of RAM, and either 256GB or 512GB of storage. <source 8933cd70-5c6> In terms of cameras, the Phone 2 boasts a 50MP rear camera and a 20MP front camera. <source 8933cd70-5c6> Other notable features include a 3,000mAh battery, 27W wired charging, 15W Qi wireless charging, a 3.5mm headphone jack, dual stereo speakers, a programmable physical switch, and a side fingerprint scanner. <source 8933cd70-5c6> Pricing for the Minimal Phone 2 starts at $599, with shipping set to begin in December. <source 8933cd70-5c6> The device is designed to provide the functionality of a smartphone while making it less conducive to prolonged, passive screen use. <source 8933cd70-5c6> Whether the AMOLED screen will solve the usability issues of the previous model remains to be seen, but the phone represents a notable shift in the smartphone market.