American company Commodore, known as one of the pioneers of the personal computer market, announced the Callback 8020 flip phone. The device is positioned as a middle ground between a push-button phone and a full-fledged smartphone, reports vc.ru.

The Callback 8020 runs on the Linux-based Sailfish OS and doesn't require a Google account. The device supports a number of services, including Uber and Spotify, but social media, browsers, and email are blocked. Apps are downloaded through the proprietary Commodore Store, powered by the Aurora Store; blocked service categories cannot be installed, even from third-party sources.

The hardware includes a MediaTek Helio G81 processor, a 48 MP Sony camera, a removable battery, and an FM radio. The external display displays the date, time, and battery level without push notifications. The camera supports filters that mimic 1990s filming, and pre-installed games include Snake. The company describes the device's design as a nod to the aesthetics of the early 2000s.

Pre-orders open on June 30, 2026, with shipments scheduled for later this year. The base version costs 499 USD, the clear Starlight Edition costs 550 USD, and the gold Founder's Edition costs 640 USD.

Commodore was founded in the United States and was one of the first companies to release a mass-market personal computer. It went bankrupt in 1994 and subsequently changed hands several times. In 2025, the brand was acquired by British YouTuber Christian Simpson. Under his leadership, the company focused on releasing nostalgic gadgets, including a reissue of the iconic 1982 Commodore 64 computer. Since the relaunch, over 30 thousand units have been sold—triple the original plan.