Commodore drops Callback 8020 price before pre-orders
Android Police 2026-06-24 22:27:52
Context: Commodore International has announced a price drop for its upcoming Callback 8020 flip phone, which runs Android apps on Linux-based Sailfish OS, before pre-orders start next week. The phone's initial $500 starting price was met with criticism, but the company has listened to feedback and reduced the price by $100 for most models. This change comes as pre-orders for the Callback 8020 are set to begin on June 30.
Key Facts
- The Commodore Callback 8020 flip phone's price has been dropped by $100 for most models, with the BASIC Beige, ProtoPET White, SX Silver, and Starlight Edition versions now available for a pre-order price starting at $399.
- The collectible Founders Edition phone remains priced at $640 due to its gold coating, 24 karat gold-plated Commodore key, and bundled extras.
- Commodore International cited three primary factors contributing to the original high price: RAM pricing, a commitment not to harvest customer data, and the cost of accessories like earphones and chargers.
- The company has introduced configuration options to help customers save money, including optional premium memory and custom-designed Hi-Def IEM earphones.
- Customers who sign up at commodore.net/callback before June 30 can receive an additional $50 off and a discount code for their pre-order.