Volla Phone runs Linux in a rugged shell and proves replaceable batteries are still doable
German smartphone maker Volla has released the Plinius and Plinius Plus, two mid-range phones designed for durability and user repairability. The devices feature user-replaceable batteries, IP68 water and dust resistance, and run Linux without Google services. They come with useful accessories like a screen protector and spare back cover in the box, emphasizing longevity over slim design.
- ▪The Volla Phone Plinius and Plinius Plus have user-replaceable 5,300 mAh batteries that can be swapped with a standard screwdriver.
- ▪Despite the replaceable battery, the phones maintain an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance.
- ▪Both models feature a 6.67-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and functionality with wet hands or gloves.
- ▪Volla includes a screen protector and a replaceable back cover in the box, a rarity in today's smartphone market.
- ▪The phones are 10.5mm thick and weigh 230 grams, prioritizing durability and battery access over slimness.
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German smartphone maker Volla has launched two new mid-range phones that go against the grain. The Volla Phone Plinius and Plinius Plus are built to last, ship without Google, and let you swap the battery yourself. That last part alone makes them stand out from almost every other smartphone on the market. Both phones share the same core design: a flat frame, slim bezels, and a 6.67-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 1,000 nits of peak brightness. It even works with wet hands and gloves, which is a nice touch if you spend time outdoors. Volla Despite allowing for a user-replaceable battery, the phone features IP68 water and dust resistance.
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