I'm waiting for my Cat S22, going to receive it soon 😀, going from Galaxy Note20 Ultra to Cat S22, I don't want to waste my time in front of a screen anymore

@itsabeautifullife565

Жыл бұрын

How do you like the cat s22? and did you keep you note 20?

@liamoleary1699

Жыл бұрын

How do you like it? I am ditching the iphone and getting one of these

@NormanconEVE

Жыл бұрын

Hah. I'm waiting for mine. How did yours turn out?

@itsabeautifullife565

Жыл бұрын

@@NormanconEVE got mine gave it to my son 😆 might get another one it's pretty cool though

@NormanconEVE

Жыл бұрын

@@itsabeautifullife565 I'm hoping its what I'm looking for. Cheap enough for a test I guess haha. Phones been having battery issues for months and at one point didn't even grab it for 3 and a half weeks. Just need ultra basic features and it looks as if it delivers! Here's hoping hah.

I’m trying to figure out which flip phone I should get to keep work separate from my personal phone, so I’ve been researching which one to get, and it’s making me nostalgic because the flip phones I grew up with were Japanese and they were so cute 😂 nowadays new flip phones feel very minimal

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

Most Japanese phones do not work currently in the United States sadly.

@YankeeSkeptic

Жыл бұрын

They definitely are "minimal" compared to the iPhone smart phones. I prefer the K's simplicity, relative low cost, long battery life, and durability (although not tested yet), but note that I am from the generation when public pay phones were everywhere, and cell phones were a luxury and not common. I am amazed at the progress and transition from landline phones to today's smart phones within a lifetime.

A great informative comparison.

Hello Jose, I value your time and effort on making videos. I don't know if you could make a landscape short or regular short on comparing sizes of the Unihertz Titan Pocket, the CAT S22 and if is not too much to ask the Nokia 2780 all in one video. If is too much trouble, no problem at all, in return I appreciate you for reading my comment. Thank you Jose! Have an awesome day!

*Thank you the review. Which of the 2 is more durable?*

what a difficult decision... great video José

Hey Jose! I’ve been following your stuff for a long time and appreciate all the good info you put out there (especially your dumb phone finder). I must be a little dumb though because I still need help! I’ve been using the Alcatel goflip 4 for awhile and it’s good, but the biggest issue for me is no group texts (without the workaround). I need the ability to be added to group texts from the start, and they always come in as separate messages. I really like the CAT phone, but it’s a bit too big and a bit too smart for me. If it was smaller and had no touch screen, I’d probably buy it because I just wouldn’t use its smart functionality (but knowing it has the ability is nice). I have T-Mobile (I live in California) and I’m looking for something with great coverage, group texting, Spotify if possible, and technology that won’t phase out any time soon. Have any recs? Thanks for your help!

It would be nice if they could put a keyboard on the screen on the kycera so that you can use the navigation pad to type for effectively

For the Kyocera, can you pair an android smartwatch with the WearOS app with this phone and receive and reply to text messages with it? Also is it possible to use apps like uber and lyft? Or is there any way I can find a list of apps that are/aren’t possible to download on it?

You neglected to mention that you can dictate messages using the cat. Also emails and holding a button down to access Google Assistant by voice. This is a big factor for me when using the phone outdoors especially.

Exactly the video I have been searching for weeks! Thank you man. my only problem with the s22 is that every single video online about it; the person in the video only uses the touch screen! What's the point of the flip phone then? I will be purchasing the kiocera Nex week as my work phone, and "call forward l" my personal phone incoming calls to it during my work hours.

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

You can use the keypads for sure to navigate. I demonstrated the messaging experience with the keys as well so you get an idea. See the timestamp in the description.

I'm really interested in the CAT flip phone. I wonder how much the monthly payments will be with Tmobile service.

How did u install the mouse and which mouse did you use?

Im waiting for my cat S22 flip!!! I have an iPhone currently, and am excited to bejewel my new flip phone and live with less distractions 😍

I own that model Kyocera flip since last June, I traded in my smartphone

merci a toi pour la video elle est tres ben faite

Can you discuss the Cat s22 update error message for Flip vO.029.04 update issue?

I just ordered one today, going from a galaxy note 10 plus to the CAT. I hate dealing with fragile pieces of glass, I want a brick thats functional, also I dont do social media at all.. I hate it. (25yo diesel tech here)

I ❤rugged clamshell phones so much, but it's still quite expensive to get one imported (as they seem to be mostly focused on the USA market/s). Hopefully Doro or similar will make a handset with an ingress protection rating...

@nickalotdegit

10 ай бұрын

I currently have a CAT B35, and these handsets take _a lot_ of time to upgrade their OS, even to add WhatsApp. If you're in the market for a "candybar" phone without these problems: I've heard the Nokia 800 Tough has an almost identical hardware set.

I would prefer the Kyocera XV+ Extreme but I cannot find them brand new, unlocked for a good price. I jumped on CAT S22 Flip when it selling < USD$70 at its lowest.

In terms of inputting information on people, clients etc, how much space is available? I generally find that there's only room for name, address and email on flip phones.

I wish they would do the s22 in a candy bar slider or folder with qwerty keyboard.

You should compare the S22 Flip with the older Sanyo Pro-700. They sure look alike.

Hi Jose! Great Video! I have a question: Does the Cat S22 Flip show Notifications when its closed on the smaller screen? (For Example Whatsapp) Cheers! =)

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

Yes. They are a bit small, but it does show something.

Hi, thanks for all the time u put in to bring us the great reviews on all these devices, which I believe ur from the only ones still doing reviews on these particular devices, and it’s truly appreciated!! I was just wondering if u would be interested in maybe giving away the Kyocera phone it’s a phone i always wanted to have but it’s a bit expensive for me (i know that sounds a bit wired) but for me it’s expensive. So if u would do something like that I would truly and greatly appreciate it. Thanks again for putting in all the time and effort. Best wishes ❤

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

I do giveaways every few months. I'll be doing one probably by the end of the month or middle of March. Stay tuned and enter the giveaway for a chance to win the phones that I don't use often :)

@beftmip9085

Жыл бұрын

@@JoseBriones thank you so much!! What do I have to do to enter the giveaway?

Have you considered doing a sound volume test with Sound Meter app? you could lie the phone 1m or 2m off the phone measuring the sound and play the same video/song/ringtone on phones at full volume for a decibel measure of volume. I think Sound Meter app uses the mic and the accuracy is good enough for having an idea. Cheers!

@JoseBriones

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for that!

Great video ! But cab we send et receiving vocal message on what’s app on the CAT ?

@JoseBriones

11 ай бұрын

Yes on the CAT

will the cat s22 work with cricket wireless? they have sone cat products listed on the cricket byod list but i wonder about this one

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

I believe it's possible, but sometimes Cricket blocks their IMEI's for some odd reason.

Cat network is applicable in asia?

I'm considering getting one of these, but which of the two has the loudest speaker? and in comparison with the AGM M6/M7 speaker? Thanks!

@JoseBriones

4 ай бұрын

Dura XV has a better speaker. It's less loud than the M6/M7, but it has better reception and signal, so it compensates for that

made your new mobile?

Can you show how to interact with the apps using only the keypad on the S22 please? Or I have to use the touchscreen only?

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

It’s possible to interact with they keys. Stock apps work really well and 3rd party apps are hit or miss, but you’ll be able to use the phone with the keys.

Youngster desperate for detox here. I’m more curious about the comparison between the Dura XV Extreme + and the Sonim XP3+. Which do you recommend of the two? What are the drawbacks and benefits of either choice, because on paper they both look very nice.

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

If you just want a simple experience, Sonim. If you need any kind of app, Kyocera. They are both great and very similar, the differentiator is whether you need any app outside of what they bring or not,

@timcornock8232

3 ай бұрын

The Sonim XP3plus is a great phone, but I had to return it because it wouldn't run Whatsapp. I need that to keep in touch with some friends in the UK, so it was a deal breaker unfortunately. It was a shame because it was an awesome digital detox phone, and came with an 8MP camera. I went with the CAT S22 and a low data (1gb) plan to limit my time spent online.

The Sonim XP5s is a better basic phone than the Kyocera. Also, the Sonim is a pretty good hotspot device.

@Hawkeye1-24

Жыл бұрын

Does this Sonim have a touch screen?

I was nearly sold on the s22, but I just learned it didn't have a headphones jack. How well does it work with bluetooth headphones, and how does it affect the battery life? Thank you. Your channel has been exactly what I've needed.

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

It works well with bluetooth devices. I'd say that it does affect battery, but not by much. You'll still get 1-2 days of battery life with medium use.

@PhilZwick

Жыл бұрын

It comes with a short connector for a headphone jack that plugs into the charger port.

@ascii2795

Жыл бұрын

You can also buy earbuds with USBC

@AngelTheDuro

10 ай бұрын

@@ascii2795 sadly they dont work, my experience at least

@michaeldhondt368

9 ай бұрын

​@@AngelTheDuro They sure work for me skull candy ones and the fm radio works with them, the included adapter also works for any plug in headphones just make sure your usb is setup for anything but charge only in settings

$$$$: Jose, I think you said in one of your videos the CAT S 22 flip sells for about $270.00 but I have seen them for sale brand new on Amazon unlocked for about $70.00. Why the price difference from what you said in your video and what some web sites are selling it now for?

@BigDeepz

3 ай бұрын

I think the phone didnt sell well so they massively dropped the price or something like that. Not sure exactly why, i think they just overpriced it.

How were you able to get WhatsApp, NewPipe and the Aurora Store on the DuraXV? I loved that phone but got rid of it because I was never able to get that figured out? Do you have a video teaching that?

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

Check this guide: offline.marble.so/mypaths/2257/items/20684/advanced

@petefilipovits9262

Жыл бұрын

​@@JoseBriones This should work on the Sonim XP3 also correct?

You may have answered this before, but in your opinion, is it worth getting the Cat S22 if I have Verizon as a provider? I’ve tried to research the compatibility, but I keep getting conflicting info.

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

It's hit or miss. Verizon sometimes allows it in the network and sometimes it doesn't. Due to that, I'd recommend buying it from a place where you can return, trying it for 3 weeks and seeing if they block it or not. If they do, return and buy something else. Otherwise, it's a good option.

@DeepDished

Жыл бұрын

@@JoseBrionesok, sounds good. Thank you!

@DrDoerk

Жыл бұрын

​@@DeepDished by anny chance did you ever buy the cat s22? I also use Verizon and am rhiniing about buying it to test how well it works. Thanks!

@DeepDished

Жыл бұрын

@@DrDoerk nope, I opted for the Kyocera duraXV extreme instead.

4:12 Proceeds to use the touchscreen on the Kyocera he just said didn't have one I'm just poking gentle fun :)

I tried finding it on the T mobile website and could not find it, where can I find it?

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

Ebay or Amazon

Any other recommendation alternative to the S22 Flip? Also a android phone with keypads

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

Xiaomi F21 or F22

JOSE : The two phones have flashlight and weight the same ?, because the Kyocera Dura XV is too heavy for me. let me know please. THANKS ! .

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

The CAT is a bit heavier sadly. Just a bit bulkier, but not by much.

@alejandrogramirez3868

Жыл бұрын

@@JoseBriones THANKS / GRACIAS ! .

Hey! Does the cat s22 flip have multi-tap typing available? (Like triple tap etc - so like to get letter B I would tap 2 twice etc)

@JoseBriones

2 ай бұрын

Yes. You can enable that type of keyboard.

@deveshagra27

10 күн бұрын

You should press harder 😊

Hi I want to ditch my smart phone But if I get this Cat s22 I want it new not used and I’m seeing that the price has dropped dramatically on them should I go for Amazon or thru T- Mobile

@JoseBriones

10 ай бұрын

Amazon has new ones for $70

I know I can access data and messaging overseas with my T-Mobile plan. I assume I will be able to do this with the cat as well. What I would like to know is if I can use a foreign SIM card while overseas in a cat s 22?

What is the benefit of flip phone vs regular button phone?

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

Just a preference thing. Some people like the flip style, others the candy bar. There are no major advantages or disadvantages imo

I bought a CAT S22 on sale for about $50 on Amazon (new, unlocked). It's OK, but it's a chore navigating with such a small screen. Since I didn't put an active SIM in it, to test making calls I downloaded Skype. Skype does work on it, but is agonizingly slow. If it was still $250, I would have never bought it. Not worth that.

Ca you run Spotify on the Kyocera Dura XV+?

@JoseBriones

10 ай бұрын

Yes.

Can audible app be downloaded? Thank you for the vid.

@JoseBriones

9 ай бұрын

Yes on the CAT S22

@TopOnePercentDads

9 ай бұрын

@@JoseBriones great, thank you

hola estos se pueden usar en Argentina con redes gsm y 4g LTD ?

@JoseBriones

7 ай бұрын

Si los procuras desbloqueados deberian de funcionar sin problemas.

Wld smart switch work on the Cat s22?

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

I believe it will

I have two doubts 1. Do Cat is available in Unlocked state 2. Do Cat have a extreme battery saver mode (only using primary apps)

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

1. You can find some on eBay 2. Yes. You can customize it for that.

@midhunkjairaj4124

Жыл бұрын

@@JoseBriones Thanks Jose

@eduardoreyes7979

Жыл бұрын

I bought 3 diferents cat s22 in ebay all said UNLOCKED and I returned all 3 is impossible work with at&t or cricket...if you are lucky with one really unlocked ..let me know...I like this phone but can't use my carrier..

Does anyone know where once can buy the CAT 22? looks like t mobile stop carrying it.

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

eBay is your best bet.

@quadiwheel2141

Жыл бұрын

I'm waiting mine, I bought it from eBay, I'm gonna soon receive it in Canada (unlocked version)

@eduardoreyes7979

Жыл бұрын

Let me know if really is unlocked...I am interested.. thanks

@bentleymilnes1977

Жыл бұрын

Mint mobile has it

That cat phone is so bad ass looking I might grab me one

Where can I get a unlock version of the cat S22 flip that will be comparable in Europe

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

Amazon.

@TM-rc5xb

Жыл бұрын

@@JoseBriones Did T-mobile stop selling these as I see their official site pushing me to T-mobile but this model doesn't even show up there for purchase

@NormanconEVE

Жыл бұрын

@@TM-rc5xb I think so. I believe they didn't sell very well. Likely being locked to one carrier and being so niche didn't do very well. I just bought and unlocked one from Amazon and in my search for information I noticed the price has dropped from about $220 USD to as low as $75. The T-mobile locked version is in fact more expensive on Amazon currently than the unlocked version. Riddle me that one.

Cat S22 price is down to $70. No brainer now!

I really wish they'd bring the blackberry flip phone back with some narrow scope on utility. I just want a phone for work: slack, discord, email, teams, etc. And for my family and friends to be able to reach me. I want a small device with a much better battery life. I still want to be able to type efficiently, which is why I say bring the blackberry flip back. Besides communication the two biggest things I'm missing going to a dumb phone is android auto for maps and music. And tap to pay. My current state is I have to bring my smart phone with me on road trips, connect it to a hotspot on my dumb phone and then connect it to my car. It's not great. If I could just get a small, limited device that covered all of that I would be so happy.

Swapping my Samsung S21 Ultra for the Kyocera. Im on verizon so itll be easier to put on my plan.

CAT S22 for the (semi) dumbphone win!

If someone makes port less(water resistant), ink screen, button phone I'll buy it today

They need to make versions of these without web browsers for the tech minimalists.

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

You can customize them and remove them yourself. It takes maybe 10-15 minutes to do so.

@vallmak

Жыл бұрын

@@JoseBriones oh crazy. i had no idea. gotta look it up. thanks.

Does it allow the Spotify app?

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

The CAT S22 does.

Why do you get all the cool rugged flip phones in the US .. and we get nothing of that sort in germany 😢 back in the day i so badly wanted gibbs flip phone from ncis .. turned out it didnt worked here xD and the dura i cbt even get here .. the cat i could get but at a redicolous high import price 😢🙈

does the cat cellphone has radio FM?

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

It does.

@relf1905

Жыл бұрын

@@JoseBriones thabk you 🇲🇽✌🏾

Can u listen to music on any of these while there closed ?

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

Yes. Both

@jairo8174

Жыл бұрын

@@JoseBriones this might be a lot to ask but can u do a stress test on this phone I wanna see how it works while using gps and music, or just running multiple apps, tik tok, I work construction so I mostly want a safe phone and I like the flip phone design, but I wanna use KZread on my downtime and tik tok

My kyocera doesn't have antennae pod or f-droid. Why is this? I'm in USA.

@JoseBriones

10 ай бұрын

You have to install it yourself. You have to learn how to install APKs to do so

I get the cat s22

Have you tried using it for QR Code scanner?

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

Both work.

Can i share hot spot using CAT S22?

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

Yes

@Hawkeye1-24

Жыл бұрын

​@@JoseBriones I can access the internet via the hotspot on all of my devices except for an iPad which also connects, but has no internet access and I'm not sure why, and can't figure it out. I contacted Apple with no success and was wondering if you would know who I could contact for help with the Cat S22 flip phone settings.

how do you Video Call on CAT?

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

You download an app and use it like on a smartphone

@Poppi_Weasel

Жыл бұрын

@@JoseBriones What app do you use tho? Thanks

Im enjoying my cat s22 so far and it is more than a basic phone, no regrets whatsoever

@bravestarr19

9 ай бұрын

Mine arrives today, I have went 7 months without a smartphone, hoping I can keep my good digital habits in check when I get this phone today

@imwatchingyou6113

8 ай бұрын

I'm thinking of buying the cat s 22 ..my question to you is this would you put your banking apps on this phone if you have ...have they worked and is it safe on android 11 ??.thank you ..

@bravestarr19

8 ай бұрын

@@imwatchingyou6113 Honestly no clue I havent put any banking apps on it

Cat s22 có hoạt động ở việt nam được không

@amoretpax199

11 ай бұрын

Mua Unlocked thì được.

I test drove an S22..it looked like exactly what I wanted...but it came with a problem I could never get over...this phone is VERY uncomfortable to carry in pants pocket...VERY...it's big with hard corners....I thought I would get used to it because it was perfect in any other way...but I never could get used to it...sold it on ebay...switched to the Sunbeam Orchid which I find gets as close as I could to the S22 but is comfortable to carry

@Hawkeye1-24

Жыл бұрын

Does the Sunbeam have the hotspot feature and touch screen?

@chrisrouser8452

Жыл бұрын

No and yes

@alpaphoenix3252

9 ай бұрын

@Chrisrouser8452 I recommend Carpenter pants

Is either phone rootable?

@JoseBriones

8 ай бұрын

CAT S22 can be rooted

Qin f22 vs CAT s22

💪🏽🇺🇸

is it dual sim?

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

No. It is not.

@kankuroheisei8645

Жыл бұрын

thanks mate! love your videos

Bluetooth Headset compatible?

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

Yes to both

i wish the cat s22 is sold unlocked and is available to other countries...

@eduardoreyes7979

Жыл бұрын

I bought 3 diferents cat s22 and they tell me are unlocked but is not true work is only T-MOBILE...I returned them back...but look great phone...

@magnetovisuals

4 ай бұрын

Well they are available now unlocked also and probably we could unlock the already locked ones through settings through

@1:50 Are you sure? doesn't look like it, the Kyocera doesn't look like it's running Android at all

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

Trust me. It’s running android.

@Josteldrasfurion

Жыл бұрын

@@JoseBriones Maybe it can then be just that its launcher looks like a feature/dumb phone OS I guess, but then how come @3:21 you say the CAT S22 is better for installing Android apps? and @4:55, @7:03, and @9:08 that the CAT S22 is smarter than the Kyocera? full Android (on the Kyocera right?) is superior to Android Go, so that's why I don't understand, is the Kyocera missing the Play Store? Thanks.

Does it have android auto

@JoseBriones

11 ай бұрын

No. Neither do.

Does it work on Verizon?

@JoseBriones

10 ай бұрын

Kyocera does

@anthony2558

10 ай бұрын

@@JoseBriones k. Thanks.

Got mine for $96 ;-)

.please cover battery life on reviews. most dumb or half dumb phones have poor battery life on bluetooth. i use a motorola smart phone for work and nokia dumb phone for personal use with a bluetooth headset. maybe 5 hours at best talk time. i might have to bring back my samsung smart phone for personal use and dumb it down. been using the nokia for about a year.

Cat s22 how to buy ?

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

Amazon

Been using my cat s22 instead of my iphone and s23 ultra lmaoooo its a solid phone

@soundsnags2001

27 күн бұрын

Still using it? Good fit for someone trying to break smart phone addiction?

I appreciate your videos...but you should be clear about compatibility with the carrier network. I bought cat s22 is impossible use it in Atat,cricket, Verizon...is only T-MOBILE and that it.. The same xp3900 is just T- MOBILE. in my opinion that you must said it clear or make a video of devises compatibility....I repeat your videos are the best in my opinion thanks

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

The issue is that these devices once unlocked can work on different areas. Here is an user on Reddit that is using his CAT S22 via AT&T prepaid: www.reddit.com/r/dumbphones/comments/10y4d3k/att_prepaid_to_cat_s22_flip_works_fine_for_me/? The reality is that it really depends and your mileage may vary. But I’ll try to be more clear about the reality of the market and that it may not work everywhere. Thanks for the feedback!

Kyocera is better while CAT is more convenient. But its still forces you to use touchscreen which is annoying.

Kyocera for me, durable and basic. No more $1,000+ phones for this guy!

CAT S22 Flip vs Kyocera Dura XV+, And the Winner is........??????

Id buy this and get a mini tablet😂 so i can fully enjoy game and other apps

CAT is not a phone company.

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

Check www.cat.com/en_US.html and select products>other products and you'll see phones in there.

@RUSTYDUSTY666

Жыл бұрын

well.. u need more wide research my friend

WhatsApp work?

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

Yes.

bra u dont have to lock ur flip phone... no one who steals it would be able to figure out how to use it

It's kinda weird that a blog about buildibg a healthy relationship with technology became a consumerist channel

@ameliainva

Жыл бұрын

Jose is showing us ways to minimize without completely unplugging from technology. :-)

@petefilipovits9262

Жыл бұрын

I think it's a great channel. Some of us need to have the technology for various reasons, but would like to minimalize it. Jose is great at displaying those options.

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

Just to be clear. I purchase these devices and then give them to the community so they can use them. I keep some of them for comparisons and for extra videos, but I do not endorse consumerism or advocate for buying unnecessary things. After the phones are not used for videos, I do giveaways so people are able to transition to a simpler lifestyle.

@origedit

Жыл бұрын

Oh it makes perfect sense now

@audreyelizabeths

Жыл бұрын

reviewing phones for digital minimalism or basic call and text usage is not consumerism... if his content is consumerist, he would be encouraging his viewers to buy every single product he reviews or the newest gadgets that come out

I haven't needed a goddamned headphone jack in 10 years get with the times.

@JoseBriones

Жыл бұрын

I use it everyday. To each their own…

CAT S22's are cheap AF now

@pocoloco5030

21 күн бұрын

Yeah, but the battery on the CAT s22 Flip is absolutely AWFUL. If the battery wasn't so bad, it would definitely be worth the purchase.

In Russian, "dura" means crazy woman!

CAT S22 flip is definitely better.

How did u install the mouse and which mouse did you use?