If you’ve been missing a BlackBerry-style keyboard phone, iKKO is sure to make room for MindOne. It’s about the size of a credit card, designed for thumb typing, and aimed at people who want a smaller device that feels purposeful rather than having to scroll endlessly.
The company is also trying to solve a modern problem that old keyboard phones never had to solve. Stay online while switching between weak Wi-Fi, spotty cellular, and unknown networks. MindOne relies on a MediaTek platform and SIMO connectivity to keep data available when your usual connection is unavailable.
The BlackBerry vibe is the point
This is a device that puts the keys first, and that’s the whole appeal. You can purchase the snap-in case with keyboard as an add-on, and photos suggest a compact case with a swiveling 50-megapixel camera module from Sony. MindOne runs Android alongside an iKKO AI OS layer, with on-device AI capabilities intended for everyday tasks such as translation, recording and search.
In other words, it’s about selling a feeling and a workflow. Fast thumb typing, fewer distractions, and a tool-like device you can pull out and put away.
The always-online aspect, explained
The practical catch is SIMO’s Virtual SIM support. According to iKKO, MindOne can use vSIM-based fallback data in more than 140 countries, and the goal is simple. Keep essential services running when WiFi goes down or your regular SIM connection is unstable.
What’s missing is the part that buyers care about most. Whether this fallback data is included, how it is activated, what the limits are and what it costs over time. Coverage also varies by country and local network conditions, so actual performance is more important than the headline number.
Release time and what to watch next
MindOne will debut at CES 2026 and will be available worldwide starting February 8, 2026. iKKO lists an MSRP range of $329 to $499, which makes it feel like a secondary phone to many people rather than an automatic primary phone.
If you’re tempted, the next step is to wait for the datasheet. Screen size, battery capacity, storage options and the keyboard experience in modern apps determine whether it is an everyday user or a niche favorite with real charm. If you’re curious about what the physical key market looks like, check out what Clicks has to offer.
