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Commodore's New Flip Phone Skips Android for Linux-Based Sailfish OS
AppWizard
June 19, 2026

Commodore’s New Flip Phone Skips Android for Linux-Based Sailfish OS

A year after its revival, the Commodore brand is re-entering the mobile phone market with the retro flip phone called the Commodore Callback 8020. This device runs on a privacy-focused Linux-based operating system, Jolla's Sailfish OS, and features stringent software restrictions that block browsers and social media applications. It comes preloaded with WhatsApp and supports other messaging services like Signal, Telegram, and WeChat. The Callback 8020 is powered by a MediaTek Helio G81 chip, has 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of expandable storage. It features a 3.25-inch IPS display, a 1.77-inch exterior screen, and a tactile T9 keypad. The rear camera has a 48MP Sony sensor, and the phone includes a removable 1550mAh battery. Connectivity options include dual-SIM 4G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, hotspot, and GPS. The Callback 8020 will be available in five colors, with prices starting at .99, and units are expected to ship this winter.
India's solution to entrance exam fraud: A temporary ban on Telegram
AppWizard
June 18, 2026

India’s solution to entrance exam fraud: A temporary ban on Telegram

On June 13, 2026, the National Students Union of India (NSUI) held a protest in Hyderabad against alleged exam paper leaks related to the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET). The Indian government temporarily blocked access to the messaging platform Telegram to combat exam fraud, with the National Testing Agency (NTA) announcing the ban will last until June 22 and disabling the message editing feature until June 30. The NEET-UG exam was canceled on May 12, affecting approximately 2.2 million students, following allegations of a paper leak. Telegram channels were found soliciting payments for leaked exam papers, while the NTA denied any papers were available outside secured channels. Political ramifications included calls from opposition leader Rahul Gandhi for the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The Cockroach Janta Party organized protests nationwide demanding accountability for the examination discrepancies.
Xbox is porting two classic Call of Duty games to PlayStation — and they're coming very, very soon
AppWizard
June 18, 2026

Xbox is porting two classic Call of Duty games to PlayStation — and they’re coming very, very soon

Treyarch announced that Call of Duty: Black Ops (2010) and Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 (2012) will be ported to PlayStation platforms, likely for PS4 and PS5, starting in July. Iron Galaxy Studios will handle the modernization of these titles. The games have been available on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S since 2016 through Microsoft's Backwards Compatibility Program. There are uncertainties about whether existing PS3 owners will access the new versions for free or transfer their progress. The new ports are expected to integrate with the existing server network. Xbox and PC players have expressed frustration over issues with Black Ops and Black Ops 2 on Xbox, including a locked 720p resolution and hacking problems, as well as the absence of these titles on Xbox Game Pass.
Hundreds of Android banking and crypto apps hit by dangerous new Rokarolla malware
AppWizard
June 17, 2026

Hundreds of Android banking and crypto apps hit by dangerous new Rokarolla malware

Security researchers at Zimperium have identified a new Android banking trojan named “Rokarolla,” which threatens users of over 200 banking and cryptocurrency applications. It is distributed through spoofed websites, third-party app stores, and social media, but has not been found on the Google Play Store or other official Android repositories. Rokarolla requests extensive permissions, particularly concerning Accessibility services, SMS, calls, and notifications. Its capabilities include accessing WhatsApp contacts, capturing keystrokes, recording the screen, blocking incoming calls, and sending screenshots. Zimperium has not specified which geographical areas may be most vulnerable or the estimated number of potential infections. Users are advised to download applications only from official repositories to reduce the risk of encountering this malware.
silver Android smartphone
AppWizard
June 16, 2026

Commodore Callback 8020 retro-styled flip phone launches with support for Android apps

The Commodore Callback 8020 flip phone features essential tools like WhatsApp, Google Maps, Spotify, and a camera app, but lacks a web browser and social media applications. It has a 1,550 mAh removable battery, a 3.5 mm headphone jack, a 3.25-inch display with touch input disabled by default, a MediaTek Helio G81 processor, 4 GB of RAM, and 64 GB of expandable internal storage. The main camera is 48 megapixels, and it includes an LTE modem. Pre-orders start on June 30, with prices set at for classic models, 9 for the blue or Starlight Edition, and 9 for the gold Founders Edition. Prices may incur additional fees, and delivery is expected in the fourth quarter of 2026.
Commodore announces Linux-based flip phone with ‘no social media, no browser’ — the Callback 8020 will be available in five retro colorways starting at $499, runs 99% of Android apps
AppWizard
June 16, 2026

Commodore announces Linux-based flip phone with ‘no social media, no browser’ — the Callback 8020 will be available in five retro colorways starting at $499, runs 99% of Android apps

Commodore has introduced the Callback 8020, a retro-inspired flip phone designed to promote a digital detox by eliminating distractions found in modern smartphones. It operates on a customized version of the Jolla Sailfish OS, allowing compatibility with Android apps while restricting browsers and social media. The device features high-quality audio capabilities, a minimal closed clamshell display, a 3.25-inch IPS screen, a selfie camera, a 48MP Sony camera, and Dual-SIM functionality. Accessories such as Snapback packs and Hardback cases will be available. The Callback 8020 includes classic and modern Commodore 64 games and will be offered in five colorways, priced at , with pre-orders starting at the end of the month.
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