While smartphones steal most of the limelight in the mobile category in 2023, 4G keypad mobile phones are still immensely popular in India. There are a few reasons for this – firstly, a large portion of the rural Indian population is still more comfortable with this form factor and the simplicity of the UI of these phones and secondly, and most importantly, these phones are far more affordable than modern-day smartphones. For people who cannot afford smartphones at the moment, 4G keypad phones are a great alternative since you’ve not only got your basic apps for texting and calling but also the internet for WhatsApp, Facebook, and web browsing. For instance, you can get the JioPhone 2 for just ₹2,999. Feature phones are often more durable than candybar smartphones as well, making them a solid value-for-money pick that consumers can use for years on end without needing to upgrade or repair.
There’s also the nostalgia factor – the attachment we once felt towards compact feature phones with their ‘almost’ indestructible build and clicky keypads. So, if you’re looking for a 4G-enabled keypad feature phone for yourself or for elderly people in your family – this list has the best options you can consider in 2023. The list is mostly dominated by Nokia phones given their large presence in this segment, so we’ve recommended phones such as the Nokia 225, Nokia 215, Nokia 8110, and Nokia 110. We’ve also got an option from Jio – the popular JioPhone 2.
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