People say they want small smartphones–Enough Phone will put that to the test

Enough Phone is a bet that consumers who say they want smaller smartphones will accept modest specifications in exchange for a device that fits comfortably in one hand. Its 5.3-inch screen is unusually compact by current standards, and its 133-by-64-millimeter footprint is close to that of the iPhone 13 Mini, though the phone is thicker to accommodate a removable battery. The $399 early-backer model has a midrange MediaTek Dimensity 7500 chip, 8GB of memory, 128GB of storage expandable by microSD, a 50-megapixel rear camera, and a 3,500mAh battery. The display is a 720p LCD, and the body is polycarbonate.

Buyers can choose conventional, Google-certified Android 17 or OdysseyOS, a de-Googled, pared-down Android option designed to work more like a basic phone and lacking even a browser. The battery can be replaced after removing a few screws, but waterproofing, durability ratings, final battery capacity, and carrier compatibility remain unsettled. The phone is being offered through Kickstarter, with shipping planned for May 2027, so delivery and the company’s first product under its own brand carry real risk. Prices rise from $399 for early supporters to a planned $599 retail price. The team promises software updates through 2032, but that commitment is less certain than one from an established manufacturer. The project will test whether demand for small phones translates into purchases despite these compromises and crowdfunding uncertainties.