Current:Home > InvestBarbie-themed flip phone replaces internet access with pink nostalgia: How to get yours -ProfitPoint
Barbie-themed flip phone replaces internet access with pink nostalgia: How to get yours
View
Date:2025-04-14 00:01:56
What better way to live in a Barbie World than with a Barbie phone?
HMD (Human Mobile Devices) unveiled its Barbie Flip Phone Wednesday, designed with plenty of pink nostalgic and without social media. The company has partnered with Mattel to create the retro device that helps cut down on screen time to focus on living the Barbie lifestyle.
While fulfilling the essential functions of mobile phone like calling and texting, the device will not have internet access or the ability to install social media apps. Instead the device will be equipped with multiple Easter eggs including a "Hi Barbie" voice message when powered on.
"It’s pink, it’s chic, it’s sleek, it’s got a mirror on the front (so you can touch up on the go) and it is the perfect tool to live your best life and take a vacation from your smartphone," the HMD news release said.
While the product is already available in the U.K. for £99 ($130.74) as of Wednesday, U.S. consumers must wait for October to make calls like Barbie.
Barbie phone with pink battery, lanyard and extra covers
If owning the phone of childhood dreams wasn't appealing enough, the product also comes with replaceable covers, accessories and a Barbie-style beaded phone strap, according to HMD.
The purchase of the Barbie flip phone comes with the following items:
- Two extra back covers
- Crystals, gem stickers and other accessories
- Pink battery
- Pink USB Type-C charger
- Beaded lanyard and attachable charms
- Cleaning cloth
- Setup guide
How to buy the HMD Barbie Phone
The HMD Barbie Phone will cost $129 for U.S. customers.
The product release date is set for Oct. 1, however, eager buyers can place their pre-order by visiting HMD.com by Sept. 23.
The cellular device will work for AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon wireless networks.
The company also recommends following @hmd.unitedstates on Instagram for updates until release date.
veryGood! (639)
Related
- Don't let hackers fool you with a 'scam
- This midsize Northeast city has the fastest growing rent in the nation
- In the South, Sea Level Rise Accelerates at Some of the Most Extreme Rates on Earth
- U.S. men's soccer coach Gregg Berhalter fired after poor showing in Copa America
- Chuck Scarborough signs off: Hoda Kotb, Al Roker tribute legendary New York anchor
- JFK's only grandson is doing political coverage for this outlet. It's not a surprise
- ABTCOIN Trading Center: Turning Crisis into Opportunity, Bull Market Rising
- A 5-year-old child in foster care dies after being left in hot SUV in Nebraska
- Federal Spending Freeze Could Have Widespread Impact on Environment, Emergency Management
- Taylor Swift performs three tracks for the first time on Eras Tour in Zürich, Switzerland
Ranking
- Small twin
- Chase Daniel, ex-NFL QB: Joe Burrow angered every player with 18-game schedule remark
- Olivia Munn's Newsroom Costar Sam Waterston Played This Special Role in Her Wedding to John Mulaney
- Gun and ammunition evidence is the focus as Alec Baldwin trial starts second day
- Realtor group picks top 10 housing hot spots for 2025: Did your city make the list?
- George Clooney urges Biden to drop out of the 2024 race: The dam has broken
- Fewer Americans apply for jobless claims last week as labor market remains sturdy
- Noah Lyles withdraws from Diamond League meet in Monaco to focus on Olympic training
Recommendation
Backstage at New York's Jingle Ball with Jimmy Fallon, 'Queer Eye' and Meghan Trainor
All-Star rookie Shota Imanaga's historic first half helps Chicago Cubs battle the blahs
House rejects GOP effort to fine Attorney General Garland for refusal to turn over Biden audio
Louisiana lawmakers work to address ‘silent danger’ of thousands of dead and beetle-infested trees
$73.5M beach replenishment project starts in January at Jersey Shore
Hawaii governor wants more legal advice before filling Senate vacancy
Joe Jonas to go solo with 'most personal music' following Sophie Turner split
US Coast Guard patrol spots Chinese naval ships off Alaska island