Commodore’s newest gadget is a flip phone that blocks social media and browsers

Commodore announced a new flip phone on October 23, 2024, aiming to offer a digital detox by blocking social media and web browsers. This marks the latest product release since Christian "Peri Fractic" Simpson acquired the Commodore Corporation and its trademarks in July 2025 for a sum in the "low seven figures." Simpson, who also runs the Retro Recipes x Commodore YouTube channel, has previously launched the Commodore 64 Ultimate and the Commodore 64X PC, a mini PC designed to resemble the iconic Commodore 64. The new flip phone leverages the retro appeal of the Commodore brand, which was once synonymous with bestselling desktop PCs. The device is intended for users seeking to reduce their screen time and disconnect from the constant connectivity of modern smartphones. Further details regarding the specific features and availability of the flip phone were not immediately disclosed.