Light Phone III costs Rs 50,000 but has no social media apps

Light Phone 3

Smartphones have taken over our lives. We pick them up for a quick check and somehow lose an hour scrolling through endless feeds. That’s where the Light Phone III comes in.

The Light Phone III is a phone that lets you call and text without sucking you into a black hole of distractions. But it’s not an entirely dumb phone—it comes with a few handy tools like an alarm, timer, calculator, calendar, notes, and even a basic music or podcast player. Need directions? It has GPS. Want to jot down a quick voice memo? It’s got that too.

What it doesn’t have? Social media, internet browsing, email, ads, or anything designed to keep you glued to the screen. No doom-scrolling here.

The Light Phone III is the opposite of a typical smartphone—it helps you stay connected without getting sucked in. There’s no WhatsApp, Signal, or rideshare apps (at least for now), and don’t expect Spotify either. It’s all about keeping things intentional.

That said, it’s not totally barebones. Unlike its predecessor, it has a camera (finally!), GPS, Bluetooth, fingerprint ID, noise cancellation, voice-to-text, and even a personal hotspot. The front camera and NFC chip aren’t active at launch, but future updates could bring video calls and a digital wallet.

Specs & features

--Screen: 3.92” AMOLED (matte glass for an e-paper feel)

--Camera: 50MP rear sensor, 12MP output, 8MP front camera

--Battery: 1800mAh (double the previous model)

--Storage & RAM: 128GB storage, 6GB RAM

--Network: 5G + 4G LTE, Nano SIM + eSIM

--Build: Aluminum frame, glass, and recycled plastic

--Extras: USB-C, fingerprint ID, stereo speakers, GPS, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC

--IP Rating: IP54 (dust & water resistance)

If you’re craving a phone that keeps you connected without hijacking your attention, this might be it. Pre-orders are available at $599 and ship in order of purchase. Plus, you’ll be part of a community helping shape future updates.

The Light Phone III is for anyone who’s tired of being tethered to their screen. It’s a chance to take back your time without going off the grid completely. Sound like something you need?