Unusual phones were produced by different manufacturers in all years. With such decisions, companies wanted to attract a large audience to purchases, although it often turned out quite the opposite. Technological and design solutions of some models may seem strange, at least. These phones will be discussed in the article.
Gaming device
Among the most unusual phones, it is worth noting a sample from Nokia of the N-Gage model. This smartphone from 2003 was aimed entirely at fans of digital entertainment. For game lovers, a console with side buttons was designed. Its main advantage was remote play, which could be played using a connection via a mobile network or Bluetooth. The problem was that the combination of functions greatly affected the quality. Using such a phone was too inconvenient. Its format lost to home consoles, and no one bought it for games. It was inconvenient to send messages and call because of the side keys, and therefore this project opens the rating of the strangest smartphones of alltimes.
Another experiment
Unusual phone wallpapers are quite easy to pick up now, but the strange Nokia 7600 device can only be found in a thematic collection. In 2003, this company was the flagship in the production of cellular communications. To keep buyers, a wide variety of design solutions were used, experiments were made quite often. The above model is the product of one of them.
First of all, the design of the case, similar to a drop, made in a minimalist style, catches the eye. The phone was much smaller than the standard samples of those times. His main problem was the use of functionality. The side keys were extremely small, and therefore it was too difficult for people at the beginning of the 21st century to learn how to use them. The design helped to experience some superiority, because there were very few such unusual phones. It is nice to carry around, but at the time of use, people wanted to return to the standard massive models. Due to such a controversial decision by manufacturers, the smartphone is sent to ninth place in the ranking.
Custom control model
Among unusual phones, the eighth place in the rating goes to the Samsung Serene model, which was born in 2005. The Korean company at that time decided to create a product that will be able to impress users on all fronts. They connected one unknown company to the development, which specialized in the production of expensivethings for the upper classes.
The result of the collaborative effort was a phone that was almost immediately denounced as too weird for a typical cellular device. It turned out to be small in size, the lid automatically opened and closed back after use. Instead of a typical keyboard, a spinning wheel was used, which was quite difficult to get used to. From an aesthetic point of view, everything was at a high level, but the functionality was too inconvenient. Products could be sold in large numbers among fans of unusual ideas, if not for the price. For a similar smartphone of those times, the cost was set at $ 1,275. This put an end to this model.
Two compact samples
The seventh place in the list of the most unusual phones is occupied by products from Toshiba. In 2008, this manufacturer of various equipment decided to try his luck in the cellular market. He releases a specialized model that resembled a compact TV remote control. The keys were located in two circles, a small screen was placed above them. The main feature was that the phone can be used instead of a modem to access the Internet through a computer. It connected via a USB port, and with the help of a mobile connection gave access to the network.
Something similar in design is the Nokia 7280 phone. Even more unusual, for which it gets a well-deserved sixth place. The company again decided to surprise buyers, this time with a rectangular smartphone with no keyboard. At the time of 2004 the decision wasreally revolutionary. The text had to be typed with a special wheel, and the screen turned off replaced the mirror. The case was assembled using metal, suede and even rubber. Its appearance alienated buyers, and the model sold poorly.
Black Square
Unusual phone screensavers, melodies, games and the like can now be seen by every user. At the same time, most models in appearance do not differ much from each other. In 2014, BlackBerry decided to add some variety with the release of the Passport model. The appearance of this sample on the market was expected by many, especially fans of this company. The manufacturer is known for never making entertainment out of phones. Their models are always the most convenient, have great functionality for work.
But in 2014, the company took an unexpected step. They introduced the phone to the world in the form of a black square. The classic design has been redesigned, and a variety of new technological possibilities have appeared. In various nominations, the smartphone became the winner, but for users it did not matter. At that time, compact devices with touch controls had already appeared. This sample was perceived ambiguously, for many people it remained a large black square, and even its capabilities did not play a role.
Bronze medalist
Unusual phone ringtones in 2006 appeared along with non-standard cellular devices. In this regard, the company excelledCEC Corp, which was one of the first to decide to create a "smart watch". The attempt failed for several good reasons, one of the main ones was the design. The bulky design with a wire to the earpiece on the middle finger was perceived quite coldly. Chinese manufacturers have tried to add the most "intelligent" technological stuffing to their creation. The result cost $1,111, a price people were not willing to pay.
The Haier P7 Pen, which is a phone and a pen at the same time, gets the bronze rating. At the beginning of the 21st century, manufacturers tried in every possible way to diversify the design and functionality of devices by combining objects. This model turned out to be uncomfortable in all directions. The pen was too big, and calling and texting was too much effort.
Silver rating and device out of competition
Even the most unusual phone calls will not cause such surprise as one look at the Monohm Runcible model. This device was immediately called the opposite of smartphones due to its appearance. In 2015, people are already used to touch devices with different screen sizes. The appearance of this model caused admiration in some people, and surprise in others. The round case made of wood immediately became a reason for comparison with antique watches or a compass. The view really gave a reason, although the technological characteristics of this phone were at the highest level and the functionality did not lose to the best models of this year.
First place
The leader in the top of unusual mobile phones is a model called "Golden Buddha". Chinese manufacturers have created a model in the form of a women's folding cosmetic bag. The golden case with precious stones attracts attention instantly. The bet in the name and design was that the device would demonstrate unearthly luxury. It turned out a little differently, because while focusing on design, manufacturers forgot about the design. The phone turned out to be too bulky, and looked disgusting in gentle ladies' hands. The use of functionality was also quite strange, and also a decent weight added to the negative impression. The result is the strangest phone in the world.
Out of all ratings - a model of a cellular device that causes more fear and disgust, rather than surprise. This is the Japanese phone Elfoid, which is made in the form of a doll. The manufacturer claimed that the design would bring the feeling of talking to a real person closer, but no one wanted to have such a device.
