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Commodore Opens Callback 8020 Pre-Orders at Reduced $399 Price

Commodore says the flip phone uses a de‑Googled Sailfish OS that blocks browsers and major social apps at the system level.

Commodore Callback 8020 just became harder to dismiss
The Commodore Callback 8020 in white.
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Overview

  • Commodore opened pre-orders on June 30 with a $399 base price and a one‑day discount code that cuts another $50 at checkout.
  • The company offers multiple color editions at $399 and higher Founders and accessory bundles that start around $640.
  • The Callback 8020 pairs Y2K flip styling with midrange hardware and audiophile features and runs a Sailfish‑based OS that uses a compatibility layer for Android apps while enforcing system‑level blocks on browsers and major social apps.
  • Journalists note technical and supply risks including an unnamed Shenzhen manufacturer, use of recycled RAM as a lower‑cost option, and limited public commitments on long‑term software updates.
  • Commodore says demand is strong after about 100,000 waitlist signups and it is targeting Q4 2026 shipping, so buyers should watch the company’s manufacturing disclosures and update policy for signs the phone will meet its launch and privacy promises.