Thank you my friend for great review. I just bought this flip phone for my 16 year old son and I don't want him to have access to Internet, just calls and text
0:25 That's what I like about your videos and the fact that you are on the all the features, specs and all that is good to know. I see suggested the NUU F4L which I've seen already, but I was just wondering if it can sideload apps, exactly here is where you mention that you cannot, (I was going to rewatch that) but you can on the Tank Flip that you are reviewing that I already seen too. Thank you, Jose for making people's lives easier to declutter and find balance in their lives. 🙏
I was looking at buying the CAT S22 but this phone looks interesting. I really like that it has a message indicator. The screen seems to be larger than the S22 also (maybe it's just me). I'm not sure if the S22 will allow removing all apps I don't want like this phone will. The price point is lower than the S22 which is attractive but the micro USB and lack of a touch screen are disappointing. I'm guessing the S22 has cursor control from the keypad as well as the touchscreen. The S22 also can be submerged, not sure about the Blu Tank. I'd love to see a comparison video of both phones.
Very useful video, glad I found you, this is most likely the phone I am looking for. Does it have a hotspot option though? I don't think I have found that info anywhere, nor heard it in your video. That would be quite important for me. I would like to use my phone as a limited thing, and be able to share the internet from it when I am on the go and would like to use another device, tablet or laptop, to actually check stuff on the internet, write emails, etc.
Hey Jose, i appreciate the work you have done on this channel. I am from India and here we don't have any option for a transaction device (aka smart dumb phone) I like a device which is versatile enough to run the basic Android apps like whatsaap. Can you suggest a device that i can get which will work with indian 4g frequencies.
@@JoseBriones thank you for the quick reply. agm m7 is a rugged device and has a candy bar form. Are there any other options (like flip of slider). I tried the dumb phone finder but i am not sure if the unlocked version will work in India. I also asked one of my friend in New York to look an unlocked flip phone that can work in India but he's also not sure about that. I have seen that America has a couple of options for these transaction dumb phones but here in India the screen size is getting bigger and addictive and we have no such options here.
Hey Jose, I used the Cat S22 Flip as my primary phone for a few months. Would be happy to contribute any related content you might need to the Offline Academy. I think the phone can fill a unique "mid-point" niche for digital decluttering.
@@JoseBriones Thanks for the quick reply mate. Just thought I'd confirm with you if it's okay. Does this mean it has an AUX input and can use Spotify & whatsapp/group chat ect?
Dang it, you suckered me into an impulse buy. I'm in need of a dumb phone for my 81yo mom, Att finally turned off 3G in her area. Of course a day or two of tinkering with apk installs before handing it over.
@@JoseBriones I'll probably try GV and some streaming music apks. She doesn't drive anymore so mapping isn't required, I'll probably try it just out curiosity.
Hi José, do you know if the Blu Tank Flip, allows you to personalize the ringtone? and if it has de other languages (spanish) Dictinary to support the t9?
Jose, what does an incoming Whatsapp call/video call look like on this phone? I just want a simple answering process for my elderly parents to answer a Whatsapp video call. Could be a great subject for a "short" If not do you have anything you would recommend as a simple way to video call. Preferably on a flip phone.
Hey Jose! I really want to make the switch to a simpler phone, but my main drawback (which shouldn't really be an issue i know haha) is not having spotify!! Do you know any phones that are unlocked internationally (i live in australia lol) that are compatible with spotify? Sorry to put you on the spot haha i know it's a hard gap to fill
There are phones for this :). The Aspera F42 is one of them and I believe the Opel Touch Flip is another. I’d check the dumbphone finder and filter by Spotify. Then filter by Australian carriers (it’s at the bottom). There you’ll find the phones that are compatible with your network and that can install Spotify after some tricks are done.
Hey Jose ,I have a problem with my Blu Tank Flip and it is that the light is very bright and when I lower the brightness when I close the lid and come back and open it, it is still very bright, what can I do? And my other question is how can I uninstall Facebook?
Thank you, I'll cross that one off the list. What I wouldn't do to have my Nokian 6650F with the symbian OS updated to 4G. That said your dumb phone finder is very helpful.
Does this have Google Play services like the cat22 or just AOSP like the Kyocera dura xe? It looks really interesting, though the Kyocera sounds better if it can be hacked like this because it looks like a tank
I haven't ordered it yet, but I am in an EU country and amazon says 12 dollars or something like that for shipping and no import charges apply. So I am assuming they are delivering it from within the EU.
hey jose thanks for the video i just bought this phone but when i try putting in the code to enable APK it says invalid mmi code, and the developer options code does work, but not the APK one, do you know why by any chance??
Hi, Jose. Just bought an unlocked Blu Tank Flip on Amazon. Been trying to configure the sim card to make it work here in the Philippines since it's compatible with GSM networks. Any advice? Thanks
Hi jose! Im looking for a phone to buy for my elderly mom to use just for phone call here in the US. Just basic one. Can you recommend one and what carrier ? Thanks
Hi josh, I still wasn’t able to download app on my new Kyocera extreme phone. I would like to pay $30 super sticker, if you guide me how to install app on my phone please?
Hi Jose. Just have a question. I'm thinking of buying this phone. If I don't have a computer. Can I still be able to install Apk apps onto this flip phone. Looking for a flip phone just to have Spotify apk, whatsapp, Textnow, banking app, google maps mainly only. ?
thanks @@JoseBriones, I'm looking for a new phone to replace my 6 yo Nokia 8110. unfortunately Kaios do not offer anything anything interesting in Europe right now.
Hey, could you maybe make a video or guide about dumbphones that support Whatsapp Web? I've seen this question pop up alot lately, especially in the EU market since KaiOS isn't compatible with whatsapp web. I am pretty sure the Doro lineup supports web, but not sure
It is "technically possible." You would have to use an app like Traditional T9 or another T9 project and remap everything according to your language. But it is possible technically
Hi...I just got one ,but does not work outside the US. I'm in Dubai UAE ,but it can't detect the network...!! It's supposed to be unlocked??? Any tips or advice? Thanks.
@@imadhassani5609 You have to check with your provider if the bands are serviceable. Maybe changing the APN on the device may make it recognize the network.
What is even the disadvantage of having a micro usb port over usb-c? Yeah, it's older, so what? We all have plenty of micro usb cables lying around... If all it's used for is charging, I don't see the problem.
@@jetfire3008 yeah, for a charging cable the symmetry of the plug is a plus, but all the technical aspects like data speed don't really matter in this case. Nobody's gonna use it for data transfer on this phone...
The problem with micro usb vs type c is that they are prone to breaking or bending more often than if you were to do a test between the two charger types its just frail and still of the old age but still gets the jobdone as long as you take the uptmost are of the charger in general
Hey! Thank you for the great video, one thing: when i listen to music on the Spotify app, can i shut it and keep it in the pocket or does the song stop? And another thing: I've noticed that on Dumbphone finder it says that the Sonim xp3 can have Spotify but on Amazon it says that it's just a Dumbphone with text and calls only. I'm talking about the xp3 not xp3+
Yes, you can listen on the background without issues. XP3 can install Spotify. Anything in the dumbphone finder that has Spotify is because it can install the app.
@@JoseBriones Do you know of a semi-smart phone which is supported by lineageOS? I recently got a candy-bar phone which also runs Android 8.1 and Google stopped supporting this version of Android a couple of months ago. Unfortunately it's not supported by lineageOS :/ Of course there is a question as to what the point is of updating Android on a device built in China with little supervision. For those concerned with their privacy and security, it's perfectly possible that the phone has some spywear or whatever installed below the level of the operating system, so upgrading Android won't help here.
hey Jose! I'm from India and I was wondering if you could help me get a cheap rugged flip phone since I'd like to downgrade from my current smartphone. WhatsApp and a browser are necessities and preferably Spotify aswell, those are my only preferences. Thanks!
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Thank you my friend for great review. I just bought this flip phone for my 16 year old son and I don't want him to have access to Internet, just calls and text
Always keep a couple flips as back ups and for certain work situations with my smart phone for other needs. Great vid getting this model.
0:25 That's what I like about your videos and the fact that you are on the all the features, specs and all that is good to know. I see suggested the NUU F4L which I've seen already, but I was just wondering if it can sideload apps, exactly here is where you mention that you cannot, (I was going to rewatch that) but you can on the Tank Flip that you are reviewing that I already seen too. Thank you, Jose for making people's lives easier to declutter and find balance in their lives. 🙏
I was looking at buying the CAT S22 but this phone looks interesting. I really like that it has a message indicator. The screen seems to be larger than the S22 also (maybe it's just me). I'm not sure if the S22 will allow removing all apps I don't want like this phone will. The price point is lower than the S22 which is attractive but the micro USB and lack of a touch screen are disappointing. I'm guessing the S22 has cursor control from the keypad as well as the touchscreen. The S22 also can be submerged, not sure about the Blu Tank. I'd love to see a comparison video of both phones.
Very useful video, glad I found you, this is most likely the phone I am looking for. Does it have a hotspot option though? I don't think I have found that info anywhere, nor heard it in your video. That would be quite important for me. I would like to use my phone as a limited thing, and be able to share the internet from it when I am on the go and would like to use another device, tablet or laptop, to actually check stuff on the internet, write emails, etc.
Yes. It does have hotspot :)
@@JoseBriones Thank you! And for the video as well.
I can't connect it to my WiFi because I can't figure out how to do lowercase letters.
thank you❤️ I love every single video
Does this phone allow you to upload mp3s for personalized ringtones?
How does one update the Tank's AOSP to ensure that it has the latestest security & OS patches/fixes?
Not going to happen. It's not a phone for the latest and greatest. Sorry.
Blu tank flip or Nuu f4L??
I'm buying this next month just for Tello. 💙
How to change time and date on this device
Já tá a venda no Brazil
How do i get apps on BLU Tank Flip? it says it is not installing
Hey Jose, i appreciate the work you have done on this channel. I am from India and here we don't have any option for a transaction device (aka smart dumb phone) I like a device which is versatile enough to run the basic Android apps like whatsaap. Can you suggest a device that i can get which will work with indian 4g frequencies.
Try to get the AGM M7. Aliexpress can send it to you.
@@JoseBriones thank you for the quick reply. agm m7 is a rugged device and has a candy bar form. Are there any other options (like flip of slider). I tried the dumb phone finder but i am not sure if the unlocked version will work in India. I also asked one of my friend in New York to look an unlocked flip phone that can work in India but he's also not sure about that. I have seen that America has a couple of options for these transaction dumb phones but here in India the screen size is getting bigger and addictive and we have no such options here.
@@Ricky8112730 probably the Xiaomi F21 or F22 pro. Also on Aliexpress.
@@JoseBriones thank you.
Hey Jose, I used the Cat S22 Flip as my primary phone for a few months. Would be happy to contribute any related content you might need to the Offline Academy. I think the phone can fill a unique "mid-point" niche for digital decluttering.
Perfect! Please send me a message to my email. I'll get you set up!
@@JoseBriones Sweet! Email sent.
@@JoseBriones battery mAh
I can’t get mine to turn on😢
Thank you for always considering us here in Australia ❤ is the aspera f42 flip phone identical to this one? Regarding the features? Thank you.
Yes. It is almost the same. I'd say the Aspera is a bit better too
@@JoseBriones Thanks for the quick reply mate. Just thought I'd confirm with you if it's okay. Does this mean it has an AUX input and can use Spotify & whatsapp/group chat ect?
Where can I find a manual for this phone?
Is there a guide on the ADB and installing apk's? You mentioned in the video that it'll be in the description, but I don't see it 😞
It’s in process of being published! Please check offline.marble.so by tomorrow. I’ll have a text step by step in there for the Blu Tank Flip :)
@@JoseBriones Oh ok cool :) I'll be on the lookout. It may be my next device!
offline.marble.so/mypaths/2256/items/20680/advanced
How do you customize with T9
How to turn the mouse off please help
Dang it, you suckered me into an impulse buy. I'm in need of a dumb phone for my 81yo mom, Att finally turned off 3G in her area. Of course a day or two of tinkering with apk installs before handing it over.
Hope it works out well. So far it's been stable, just don't push it like a Ferrari. It has the specs of a Toyota haha
@@JoseBriones I'll probably try GV and some streaming music apks. She doesn't drive anymore so mapping isn't required, I'll probably try it just out curiosity.
Hi José, do you know if the Blu Tank Flip, allows you to personalize the ringtone? and if it has de other languages (spanish) Dictinary to support the t9?
Jose, what does an incoming Whatsapp call/video call look like on this phone?
I just want a simple answering process for my elderly parents to answer a Whatsapp video call.
Could be a great subject for a "short"
If not do you have anything you would recommend as a simple way to video call. Preferably on a flip phone.
how to enable all permissions for the mouse application
Hey Jose! I really want to make the switch to a simpler phone, but my main drawback (which shouldn't really be an issue i know haha) is not having spotify!! Do you know any phones that are unlocked internationally (i live in australia lol) that are compatible with spotify? Sorry to put you on the spot haha i know it's a hard gap to fill
There are phones for this :). The Aspera F42 is one of them and I believe the Opel Touch Flip is another. I’d check the dumbphone finder and filter by Spotify. Then filter by Australian carriers (it’s at the bottom). There you’ll find the phones that are compatible with your network and that can install Spotify after some tricks are done.
Hey Jose ,I have a problem with my Blu Tank Flip and it is that the light is very bright and when I lower the brightness when I close the lid and come back and open it, it is still very bright, what can I do? And my other question is how can I uninstall Facebook?
How can i operate the flashlight ? Thanks, mike
Found it at notifications 🎃
Thank you, I'll cross that one off the list.
What I wouldn't do to have my Nokian 6650F with the symbian OS updated to 4G.
That said your dumb phone finder is very helpful.
Just doing my part! Hope you find the right one for you!
I have a question about sideloading Android apps onto dumbphones. Would a tablet work as a computer for that?
Sometimes, it depends on the OS.
First, maybe,
Luv u bro💖
Yep. First!
can i use a european carrier like vodafone on this device too?
You should be able as long as the bands match.
This is it. A better version of schock classic 🙌🙌🙌
Indeed.
This might be the phone for me. Would AirPods, or any other kind of wireless headphones, work with this?
Yes. Many Bluetooth headphones work!
Have a lot of? Can I down load t mobile app as well as a bank app other ? Is how easy is it
If you want apps, this device is not the device for you.
Does this have Google Play services like the cat22 or just AOSP like the Kyocera dura xe? It looks really interesting, though the Kyocera sounds better if it can be hacked like this because it looks like a tank
AOSP. No Google play on this one.
I haven't ordered it yet, but I am in an EU country and amazon says 12 dollars or something like that for shipping and no import charges apply. So I am assuming they are delivering it from within the EU.
hey jose thanks for the video i just bought this phone but when i try putting in the code to enable APK it says invalid mmi code, and the developer options code does work, but not the APK one, do you know why by any chance??
Jose, do you know how to enable international (Russian) keyboards on keys for WhatsApp please?
What do you think about using android go devices like Nokia c1 or c2 ?
They are good cost effective options. If you strip them of distracting apps they can be good options.
Jose, do you have a user manual for this? I can not find one anywhere. Thank you.
I do not. Sorry :(
Hi, Jose. Just bought an unlocked Blu Tank Flip on Amazon. Been trying to configure the sim card to make it work here in the Philippines since it's compatible with GSM networks. Any advice? Thanks
Hello. I'm planning to purchase the unlocked version too. Have you figured out how to make it work in the PH?
Are there any noticeable differences between this and the Nuu flip?
Only that you can install apps on this one.
@@JoseBriones this is Android? Wow. Does it have fm radio?
@@bnstndrd yes
@@michaelrogers3857 that's good.
So, when you get this phone you can uninstall any pre installed app like Google?
And you can install any app within reason?
Correct
Hi jose! Im looking for a phone to buy for my elderly mom to use just for phone call here in the US. Just basic one. Can you recommend one and what carrier ? Thanks
Jethro SC490. Or the LG Classic Flip. Any carrier for those.
@@JoseBriones thank you so much! I'll check it out!
I bought it following your recommendation..in UAE , it's GSM network....I can't understand why it's not working.... please help.. thanks a lot.
Hey friend what's the virtual mouse you use for this phone? 😊
Apps4Flip mouse.
@@JoseBriones appreciate you ✌️ I subbed to the channel it's been great!
@@JoseBriones I just got this phone today 😊 thanks for the reviews!
Hi josh, I still wasn’t able to download app on my new Kyocera extreme phone. I would like to pay $30 super sticker, if you guide me how to install app on my phone please?
No need to pay. I'll create a guide for the Kyocera by Friday. Check the guide in the following location: offline.marble.so
@@JoseBriones thank you ❤️
offline.marble.so/mypaths/2257/items/20684/advanced
Hi Jose.
Just have a question. I'm thinking of buying this phone. If I don't have a computer. Can I still be able to install Apk apps onto this flip phone. Looking for a flip phone just to have Spotify apk, whatsapp, Textnow, banking app, google maps mainly only. ?
Yes, you can. It will be a little more difficult to get the virtual mouse to work, but it is possible :)
@@JoseBriones how do you enable the virtual mouse ?
Does this device work on att? I'm not clear what you said in video.
Only on H20 wireless which uses ATT towers. But not on ATT postpaid or prepaid.
Hello. Does the phone have a GPS module?
Yes, but it's not a reliable one. I wouldn't use this phone for maps
thanks @@JoseBriones, I'm looking for a new phone to replace my 6 yo Nokia 8110. unfortunately Kaios do not offer anything anything interesting in Europe right now.
Taken a look at nokia 2720 v flip?
Yes. I have a review on it. Check the channel.
Does it have Hotspot capabilities?
Yes
Thanks again!@@JoseBriones
One more question, in your opinion will 64 expandable SD be to large for the BLU Tank Flip?
Its very intrestin.
Hey, could you maybe make a video or guide about dumbphones that support Whatsapp Web? I've seen this question pop up alot lately, especially in the EU market since KaiOS isn't compatible with whatsapp web. I am pretty sure the Doro lineup supports web, but not sure
Door supports. If you go to the dumbphone finder and filter by WhatsApp and by Android AOSP. All of those support WhatsApp web.
@@JoseBriones Oh great tip, thanks!
Will you review the F22 Pro?
Yes. They are shipping it to me by mid August last time I checked :)
@@JoseBriones Where do you live? I was looking into that phone but it seems like it's not available in the US
@@what2431 I live in the US. You can only buy it online and import it here.
Can Arabic input be added via adp?
It is "technically possible." You would have to use an app like Traditional T9 or another T9 project and remap everything according to your language. But it is possible technically
Thank you!!! This is so helpful!!! Does the Whatsapp offer linked devices? To access Whatsapp on Whatsapp web? Thanks!;
Hi sir. Do you kknow of a dumb phone capable of messenger? Really need that for work too.
AGM M7, CAT S22 Flip, Xiaomi F22 Pro, etc.
I don't understand why the phone would work with ATT, but not their subsidiary that works on the SAME network, Cricket.
Because AT&T blocks phones without good reasons.
Hi...I just got one ,but does not work outside the US. I'm in Dubai UAE ,but it can't detect the network...!!
It's supposed to be unlocked???
Any tips or advice? Thanks.
It's supposed to be unlocked. Maybe the bands do not match with the UAE?
@@JoseBriones anything to help ? Otherwise it's a waste of money..
@@imadhassani5609 You have to check with your provider if the bands are serviceable. Maybe changing the APN on the device may make it recognize the network.
Ok I will try changing APN...will let you know.... thanks
Did not help Jose.... still can't get the network.....
Can you remove the browser and gmail
Via ADB, yes.
Is this phone Dual-sim?
No, it is not.
What is even the disadvantage of having a micro usb port over usb-c? Yeah, it's older, so what? We all have plenty of micro usb cables lying around... If all it's used for is charging, I don't see the problem.
I only have usb-c cables. usb-c is faster and better also doesn't matter how you flip it cause it will just plug in
@@jetfire3008 yeah, for a charging cable the symmetry of the plug is a plus, but all the technical aspects like data speed don't really matter in this case. Nobody's gonna use it for data transfer on this phone...
The problem with micro usb vs type c is that they are prone to breaking or bending more often than if you were to do a test between the two charger types its just frail and still of the old age but still gets the jobdone as long as you take the uptmost are of the charger in general
Has anyone tried installing Android auto on one of these flip phones, I think that would be a great combo.
People have gotten Android auto to work on the AGM M7
I accidentally turned my phone off and now I have no idea how to turn it back on- Help-
End call button.
How do you get the talk to text on it? Would it also work for a Nokia 225?
Looks newer
Hey! Thank you for the great video, one thing: when i listen to music on the Spotify app, can i shut it and keep it in the pocket or does the song stop?
And another thing: I've noticed that on Dumbphone finder it says that the Sonim xp3 can have Spotify but on Amazon it says that it's just a Dumbphone with text and calls only. I'm talking about the xp3 not xp3+
Yes, you can listen on the background without issues. XP3 can install Spotify. Anything in the dumbphone finder that has Spotify is because it can install the app.
@@JoseBriones thank you very much!
Hi José, thank you for all your videos, 1 question, can I connect this kind of device to my car to use android auto, i.e. maps?
Thanks
No android auto by default. You’d have to find a way to install Google services on the device.
Android 8.1?
Yes
@@JoseBriones Do you know of a semi-smart phone which is supported by lineageOS? I recently got a candy-bar phone which also runs Android 8.1 and Google stopped supporting this version of Android a couple of months ago. Unfortunately it's not supported by lineageOS :/
Of course there is a question as to what the point is of updating Android on a device built in China with little supervision. For those concerned with their privacy and security, it's perfectly possible that the phone has some spywear or whatever installed below the level of the operating system, so upgrading Android won't help here.
@@EdouardTavinor I believe the Palm phone or the Jelly 2 may have ROMs available.
it dont work
*#666# is not allowing me to install apps
Try doing it on the dialer (phone app) and not on the main screen.
hey Jose!
I'm from India and I was wondering if you could help me get a cheap rugged flip phone since I'd like to downgrade from my current smartphone.
WhatsApp and a browser are necessities and preferably Spotify aswell, those are my only preferences.
Thanks!
Kyocera DuraXV unlocked. Or maybe the CAT S22. They can be found on eBay and unlocked.
WhatsApp Web?
Yes. It does work
Having trouble enabling apk, when I hit *#666# it tells me invalid mmi code