Keyboard phones are officially making a comeback, and this year's competition prominently features Unihertz alongside Clicks. Both brands have taken steps to modernize their offerings, but Unihertz is stepping up with a commitment to providing something rare in the smartphone market: extensive OS updates.

In a recent update on their official website, Unihertz confirmed that the Titan 2 Elite will ship with Android 16 out of the box, marking a significant shift in their previous update strategy. In addition to a modern OS, they have pledged to deliver five years of operating system updates along with security patches that will extend until 2031. This new approach directly addresses user complaints about the lack of updates for their devices.

Clicks has recently revised its update policy, promising a minimum of four years of Android version updates and five years of security updates. Unihertz's decision to guarantee longer support for their Titan 2 Elite positions them competitively within this niche market, demonstrating their commitment to evolving alongside consumer demands.

The influx of options in the keyboard phone market is overwhelmingly positive for consumers. As brands like Unihertz and Clicks compete for attention, they are driven to improve their products and services. For fans of physical keyboards, having multiple viable choices could lead to better innovation and support.

Previously, I had reservations about recommending Unihertz due to their lack of update commitment. However, with this new pledge, the Titan 2 Elite is poised to become a serious contender in the hardware keyboard smartphone category. As I await the arrival of both devices, the excitement for the future of keyboard phones grows.

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