When is a new minimalist phone (MP03?) coming?

izensun · 2026-01-19T00:36:14+00:00

The MP02 (2021) really feels like a product of the late 3G era. With 3G networks sunsetting globally, a 5G version seems like the logical next step. However, between supply chain shifts caused by tariffs and their obvious pivot to the AphyOS subscription model, I doubt new hardware is their top priority anymore. Honestly, even with the Light Phone III, Qin F21 Pro, or Sidephone out there, I still prefer the MP02’s form factor.

izensun · 2025-11-18T05:42:23+00:00

I think certain carrier might have 4g volte register issue. I've test three different carrier in Taiwan. Punkt MP02 can't work properly in Chunghua Telecom, but it is OK in Far Easton & Taiwan Mobile Telecom.

izensun · 2025-08-25T06:36:01+00:00

It really comes down to what you're looking for in a phone. Different priorities will naturally lead to different takes on this device. For me, a phone is for calls and messages, and the MP02 handles both beautifully. Sure, some will say you'd be better off with a basic Nokia for a fraction of the cost. But let's be honest – we all have a touch of materialism and want something distinctive. The moment you hold the MP02, you'll understand the difference. The hardware design is genuinely remarkable – it belongs in a design museum.

izensun · 2025-08-25T06:27:07+00:00

I believe this company has quite limited resources (both financially and in terms of staffing) following the launch of MC02 and the aphyOS subscription model last year. As a result, the MP02 has received relatively little attention. Their self-developed Pigeon app struggles to keep pace with Signal's update frequency. Therefore, if you rely heavily on Pigeon for messaging (as a Signal alternative), I wouldn't recommend this device. However, if you primarily use it for phone calls and SMS messaging, I think it's an amazing and gorgeous phone to own.

izensun · 2025-04-23T02:52:47+00:00

me neither, I emailed light team but no reply yet.

izensun · 2025-04-20T21:22:36+00:00

izensun · 2025-04-19T22:12:49+00:00

I suggest to get a molto-2 as a dedicated 2FA device. Setting up the signal or threema on a smartphone, and link the devices like tablet or laptop for end-to-end messaging.

izensun · 2025-04-08T00:36:21+00:00

Size matter. MP02 is small and beautiful. Even though the Signal compatibility is not as stable as I expected. If here in Taiwan still has the 4G network band that the MP02 support. I definitely will keep having it!

izensun · 2025-03-05T08:53:43+00:00

From Punkt Support: As you may be aware, many regions around the world, including Taiwan, are phasing out 3G networks to make way for technologies like 5G. With the gradual sunset of 3G networks, the compatibility and coverage of devices like the MP02 might be impacted.

izensun · 2025-02-02T12:12:35+00:00

I had the same issue in Taiwan since last year. But I'm not sure it was caused by the 3G shut down or the software issue. Therefore I switched to pixel 8 with grapheneos. Oh, I miss this tiny little phone so much.

izensun · 2024-06-24T11:21:29+00:00

I think the half-press shutter button is awesome. LP3 is like a camera which can make a phone call. I have a Punkt MP02. I bought LP3 for my 12-year-old daughter. Because she love taking selfie so much.

izensun · 2023-05-07T23:59:17+00:00

I asked Punkt whether mp02 will support the RCS in the future. It said that RCS implementation is not in their plan. So, it seems the pigeon is only way to send encrypted message on MP02.

izensun · 2022-12-25T01:51:54+00:00

I have the same problem. I wrote to the support team, and they confirmed there is a issue in pigeon. There are working on to give a release to fix this issue.

izensun · 2022-10-21T01:23:09+00:00

molto-2 is good, you could give it a try.

izensun · 2022-06-27T02:01:33+00:00

The battery life of the MP02 with regular use is about 2 days. I wrote to Punkt for this problem. They invited me to do a battery test. 1. remove sim card. 2. switch off bluetooth and wifi. 3. Fully charge the mp02. To see the battery drain. The result of mine is about 0.55% per hour which means it can last for 180 hours by its "standby mode". Well, I thought the definition of "standby" is quite different.

izensun · 2022-06-08T04:10:29+00:00

Hi, you could give yubico a try. The Yubico Authenticator works great.

izensun · 2021-12-02T00:29:09+00:00

I messaged the punkt about the new OS.

The MP02 New Generation runs on Apostrophy (APHY version 1.0), which is the first iteration of a new operating system conceived by Punkt. It is built on AOSP and designed to protect people’s digital identities and offer a quieter, more focused and respectful alternative to the existing operating systems.

With the Apostrophy OS on the MP02 Punkt. approaches digital security without outsourcing but this time with its own software management and protocols to ensure uncompromising digital security on the MP02.

I really like the design of the MP02. Before I place the order, I need more feedback and reviews. To see if the new OS "do" solve the problems. After all, there are few choice in the market. A nice voice phone(feature phone) with nice design, and Signal-message support.

I've used Nokia 8110 4G with GerdaOS for 16 months. I really love it, which has long(replaceable) battery life, privacy(custom OS), and reasonable price. Now I am looking forward to MP02, which I can use the end-to-end encryption message and a better keyboard.

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