Clicks Communicator 5G Launched: A Modern Smartphone With a Physical QWERTY Keyboard

London-based brand Clicks has officially introduced the Clicks Communicator 5G, a rare modern smartphone that brings back a physical QWERTY keyboard. Designed for users who value tactile typing and productivity, the device blends old-school input with current-gen hardware.

Pricing & Availability

• Price: $399 (only for early reservations)
• Shipping: Additional $30
• Availability spans multiple regions, including:
  • North America: United States, Canada, Mexico
  • Middle East: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan, Oman
  • Europe: UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Switzerland, Poland, and many more
  • Asia-Pacific & Others: Australia, New Zealand, Turkey, Egypt, Paraguay

This wide rollout suggests Clicks is targeting global niche users from day one.

Display & Design

• 4.03-inch AMOLED display
• Compact footprint designed for one-handed use
• Physical QWERTY keyboard below the screen
• Thickness: 12mm
• Weight: 170 grams
• Dimensions: 130.5 × 78.63 × 12mm

The design prioritises typing comfort and durability over ultra-thin aesthetics.

Performance & Software

• Powered by a 4nm MediaTek SoC
• Runs Android 16
• Software support commitment:
  • 2 Android version updates
  • 5 years of security patches

This long-term update promise is notable for a niche device.

Camera Setup

• 50MP rear camera with OIS
• 24MP front camera
• Focused on reliable photography rather than multi-camera complexity

Battery & Charging

• 4,000mAh silicon-carbon battery
• Charging options:
  • USB Type-C
  • Qi2 wireless charging

Despite the compact size, the battery capacity is competitive.

Connectivity & Extras

• Dual SIM support (Nano SIM + eSIM)
• Wi-Fi 6 / Wi-Fi 5
• Bluetooth
• NFC
• 256GB internal storage

These features ensure the device doesn’t feel outdated despite its unique form factor.

Who Is This Phone For?

The Clicks Communicator 5G is ideal for:

• Professionals who type a lot
• Messaging-heavy users
• Fans of classic QWERTY phones
• Users are tired of touchscreen-only keyboards

Final Thoughts

The Clicks Communicator 5G isn’t trying to compete with mainstream flagships. Instead, it targets a niche that still values physical keys, compact design, and long software support. At $399 (reservation price), it offers something genuinely different in today’s smartphone market.