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January 2, 2026

Clicks debuts its own take on the BlackBerry smartphone, plus a $79 snap-on mobile keyboard

The company behind the add-on mobile keyboards with physical buttons is now doing its own phone.

Clicks debuts its own take on the BlackBerry smartphone, plus a $79 snap-on mobile keyboard

TL;DR

  • Clicks Technology is launching the Communicator smartphone with a physical keyboard, targeting users who need a secondary device for work.
  • The Communicator features a tactile, touch-sensitive keyboard, a customizable Signal Light for notifications, and no access to social media or games.
  • The phone runs Android 16, includes a 3.5mm headphone jack, expandable storage, and interchangeable back covers.
  • An early bird price of $399 is available with a $199 deposit before February 27.
  • Clicks is also releasing a $79 slide-out Power Keyboard accessory that attaches magnetically to smartphones and can be used with other smart devices.
  • The Power Keyboard has a built-in battery and can be used in portrait or landscape mode.