This years been exhausting, hasnt it?! Especially the last few weeks have been emotionally and mentally draining, and it isnt just the news, but more specifically, its the information overload weve been subjected to. Even for a device small enough to fit in our pockets, the smartphone is capable of creating a lot of noise in the form of news, texts, calls, notifications, ads, and a lot of data clutter that can overwhelm our brains. This data clutter and relentless bombardment of information is what led to the creation of the Mudita Kompakt, a phone that prioritizes mindful living over doomscrolling.Created by the minds behind CD Projekt (think The Witcher, Cyberpunk 2077), Mudita Kompakt reflects co-founder Micha Kiciskis personal journey toward a more balanced life. After years in the gaming industry, where endless connection was the norm, he sought a solution to keep people both connected and grounded. That drive led to Muditas mission to design devices that encourage simplicity, privacy, and a conscious digital experience.Designer: MuditaClick Here to Buy Now: $316 $465 (32% off). Hurry, only 2/900 left! Raised over $336,000.The Mudita Kompakt keeps things refreshingly simple. Its 4.3-inch E Ink display is easy on the eyes and demands very little power. Thats rightthis phones battery can last up to six days, which, in todays daily-charging world, feels almost revolutionary. Inside, it packs a quad-core MediaTek processor, 3GB of RAM, and 32GB of storage (expandable via memory card). Sure, these arent flagship specs, but thats really not the point. Its all about cutting the clutter and retaining only the things that spark joy here. Mudita keeps it lean, pre-loading only the most basic apps like phone, SMS, a calculator, and a voice recordernone of those attention-demanding apps or bloatware that love to ping you at all hours.For a phone, the Mudita Kompakt offers dual-SIM capabilities, with 4G LTE compatibility. You can make and receive calls on either SIM and even make/receive VoLTE or Wi-Fi calls, offering connectivity without much of a compromise. Given its entire premise is to stay disconnected from the clutter of the internet, it clearly doesnt come with 5G, but thats more of a feature than a bug, truth be told. Theres even support for eSIMs, which is perfect for carriers that dont traditionally offer SIM cards.For a phone that strives to be different from the status quo, it still makes a conscious effort to retain features that are cutting-edge only if they matter to Muditas overarching ethos. You may not have a flashy screen and 5G connectivity, but the Kompakt DOES come with a fingerprint sensor to unlock your phone, ensuring biometric-grade security feels reassuring. Surprisingly enough, the phone comes with NFC support too, allowing you to use existing NFC tags around the house, as well as ensuring future compatibility with NFC-ready apps that Mudita may introduce down the road.Whats remarkable about the Kompakt is its genuine intent to keep users focused on the real world, not the screen. It features an Offline+ mode activated by a physical switch, cutting off cell networks, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth, and even disabling the mics and camera for a true offline experience. Think of it as Airplane Mode on steroids, with no features that cause you to linger on your phone for too long. You can read existing messages (you wont receive new ones), browse through your gallery, or listen to music without any distractions. All these actions have heavy intent behind them, so youre less likely to end up in a doomscrolling spiral.Tailored for E InkOn the design front, the Mudita Kompakt feels compact, sturdy, and unassuming. It boasts an IP54 rating, meaning its resistant to dust and splashes, so it can hold up to daily wear without needing a bulky case. While it does include a modest 8MP camera, this isnt about capturing every detail of your dayjust the moments you truly want to remember. Photos get displayed in greyscale on your E Ink display, adding a rather retro touch to your photography chops. And for the rare occasion you need to recharge, its conveniently equipped with wireless charging and a USB-C port, keeping up with modern conveniences.The Kompakts software is built on a custom OS based on the Android Open Source Project. The twist? Theres no Google lurking in the background, collecting data. Mudita promises three years of software updates to keep things smooth, even though this isnt the kind of phone thatll be weighed down by big updates. Thats another angle to the Kompakts appeal: minimal fuss, minimal distraction, and maximum control over what you interact with.Of course, going minimalist does have its trade-offs. Theres no Google Play Store here, so you wont find a wide selection of apps. Mudita provides basic offline maps, a music player, and a few utilities like a meditation timer, voice recorder, an e-reader, and even a chess app that promises you wont find yourself getting bored. You can, however, sideload other Android apps, although compatibility isnt guaranteed. For those of us used to feature-packed smartphones, adjusting to a stripped-down OS could be tricky. But thats the appealits a purposeful move away from digital noise, offering just enough functionality to meet core needs without temptations. A true digital detox, if you will.Another perk of the Kompakt is privacy. Since it doesnt sync with most cloud services, your data stays on your device. Sure, it may feel a bit old-fashioned to manage contacts and files through Muditas desktop app, but for privacy-minded users, this setup grants peace of mind. Its a minor detour to ditch the endless cloud syncs and data-hungry services tracking your every move. The Kompakt is available starting at $316 for early adopters, with a 14-day money-back guarantee just in case the Kompakt feels like too much of a culture shock. Mudita offers Global and North American versions of the Kompakt, so its compatible with networks worldwide. Just dont expect it to work everywhere yetcurrently, its only shipping to select countries in Europe, the U.S., Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Oh, and just in case you were wondering it has a 3.5mm audio jack!Click Here to Buy Now: $316 $465 (32% off). Hurry, only 2/900 left! 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