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July 4, 2020
New Android Smartphone with QWERTY Physical Keyboard Released | F(x)tec
F(x)tec | FX Technology
The Android smartphone "F(x)tec Pro1," announced by the UK's FX Technology, will finally go on sale in Japan in mid-July 2020. Let's delve into the specifications of the "F(x)tec Pro1," a smartphone that features a physical QWERTY keyboard.
Text by Satsuki Wakabayashi
Split-screen functionality allows for multitasking while watching YouTube
The "F(x)tec Pro1" is an Android smartphone with a physical keyboard made by the UK's F(x)tec.
This 5.99-inch smartphone is equipped with a 5-row, 66-key slide-out QWERTY physical keyboard. Because the keyboard is not displayed on the screen, the full display can be utilized, allowing for smooth text input.
Furthermore, by utilizing Android's split-screen functionality, it's possible to perform other tasks while watching YouTube.
Other convenient features include the ability to assign your favorite apps to the 0-9 and A-Z keys, launching them as shortcuts with a long press. You can also assign functions for quick launching of the camera or memo app, or for copy/paste operations.
It features a large 3200mAh battery, offering approximately 10 hours of continuous talk time and about 480 hours of standby time.
The display uses AMOLED (organic EL) with a resolution of 2,160 x 1,080 dots. The glass surface is curved, with consideration given to durability.
Key specifications include: SoC: Snapdragon 835, RAM: 6GB LPDDR4, Storage: 128GB, Display: 5.99-inch AMOLED (2,160 x 1,080 dots), OS: Android 9.0.
The physical keyboard with its signature slide mechanism promises stable operation and a stress-free, efficient user experience.
F(x)tec Pro1
Price | ¥89,890
Release Date | July 11, 2020 (Saturday)
Dimensions | W154mm x D73.6mm x H13.98mm
Weight | Approx. 243g
OS | Android OS
RAM | 6GB LPDDR4
Storage | 128GB
