I tested phones that shouldn’t EXIST

Swappable physical input modules are clever and satisfying, but the iPod-style module feels cheap, earning a B tier.

Impressive purse display effects, but impractical for battery and risky for a delicate folding screen, so D tier.

A Samsung Galaxy S25 with locked-down software that genuinely helps you cut distractions while keeping good hardware.

The hardware underneath the Balance Phone, praised for its proper cameras.

A monolithic rugged phone with a bright camping light, projector, night vision and huge battery, earning A tier.

Impressively wrapped display but awkward to read and use, so a C tier, suited only to digital detox users.

A viral block of acrylic that he found stupid, and he gave it F tier.

Uncomfortable square phone with a mediocre rotating camera, but great AI software and free internet, so B tier.

Technically impressive 4.9mm modular phone, but the modular idea is niche and he can't give it more than a B.

E-ink back that changes colour using no battery is cool, earning A tier despite not beating important features.