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New KaiOS-powered devices

In 2017, we launched two KaiOS-enabled smart feature
phones. By the end of 2019, we will have a total of 25
phones available around the world.

You can read the full list of KaiOS-enabled devices and

the companies that manufacture them here. Below is an
overview of the devices announced so far.
Over 100 million devices worldwide are now running
KaiOS, and we continue to expand into new regions.
Each device has its own noteworthy features for
different markets, but they all come have mobile
connectivity, WiFi, and access to key apps such as
WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, and a variety of apps in
the KaiStore. While many KaiOS-powered devices are
designed to provide an affordable way to get connected
for the first time, others serve as a low-tech alternative
for users who want a digital detox. The simple UI and
hardware of KaiOS devices appeal to elderly users and
the durable exterior of certain KaiOS phones make them
ideal for rugged working conditions or outdoor sports.
There is a KaiOS device for everyone.

Even tech-enthusiasts that normally use smartphones

are impressed by the Go Flip 3. ZDnet writer, Matthew
Miller noted that the Go Flip 3 “takes the experience to
the next level thanks to the power of KaiOS providing
Google Assistant, Google Maps, and an app store for
basic applications.”
One KaiOS user said, “I’m in love with this OS. It’s
perfect for someone who is addicted to smartphones,
and wants to do something about it but can’t seem to be
able to. With KaiOS, you basically still have a
smartphone, but it eliminates the addiction problem of
regular smartphones.”
“Congratulations for the great work, this is one of the
best phones I’ve ever used.“ – A Positivo P70S user
from Brazil

Of course, these are just a few of the amazing devices

running KaiOS. With 25 devices on the market, our
smart feature phones continue to improve and reach
new areas. Many OEMs and carriers have been so
pleased with the market response that they have
manufactured additional KaiOS-powered models. In
2019, we also saw promising expansion across the
African continent as well as in key areas of Brazil,
Pakistan, and Indonesia.
Exciting apps in the KaiStore
We have grown from 0 apps in 2017 to over 300 in
2019. While 2018 was focused on key partnerships that
brought KaiOS users popular apps — such as the
Google Assistant, Facebook, and YouTube — 2019
brought a variety of new apps to the KaiStore. We’re
especially proud of our work to expand the content
ecosystem and bring more localized content to
developing communities.

Life Initiative

Our educational app, Life, includes curated content in

six categories: Digital Skills, Education, Health, Gender
Equality, Agriculture, and Financial Education. These
free resources are designed to give new users a
jumpstart into the digital world and all it has to offer. It is
officially launched now in several African countries, with
more coming soon.
We developed the Digital Skills section based
on GSMA’s Mobile Internet Skills Training
Toolkit (MISTT) for our users who’re new to digital
resources. The materials are designed to show the
benefits of internet access, help the newly connected
learn how to navigate the internet, understand data
privacy, use social media, etc.
There is also a KaiOS-focused module that helps train
frontline retail staff on key features of the operating
system so that the staff can clearly explain the
functionalities to end users.
There are additional content that help users do
everything from improving their reading skills to finding
new career opportunities. Our partnerships with Care,
Cell-Ed, Esoko, Funzi, Girl Effect, iCow, Ubongo,
Tambero, WeFarm, Worldreader, and many others have
made this initiative a success. We look forward to
adding more free resources in the future.
WhatsApp
WhatsApp is the most preferred messenger app in the
world, with over 1.6 billion users globally as of 2019.
Making this popular communications app available to
our users marked a meaningful milestone for the KaiOS
platform.
As of Q3 2019, WhatsApp was pre-installed on most
KaiOS phones, but WhatsApp can now be downloaded
or updated on any KaiOS-powered device from the
KaiStore. Currently, WhatsApp is the most frequently
downloaded and updated app on KaiOS devices.

UC Browser

UC Browser became the first third-party mobile browser

available in the KaiStore which was developed by
Alibaba’s UCWeb.
Bringing the most popular browser from Southeast Asia
and India to the KaiOS platform was a big
accomplishment. We were confident that many of our
users would be happy to see UC Browser in the
KaiStore. The browser is optimized particularly for
KaiOS devices with a content platform that includes
trending GIFs, articles, and videos from around the
world.
Disney Content

This year, beloved Disney characters and stories from

Disney, Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars came to the
KaiStore. Users in Vietnam, Indonesia, Philippines,
Thailand and India will soon be able to download Disney
wallpapers, e-books, and games on their devices, which
are all optimized for the KaiOS platform. Once launched,
users will be able to purchase Disney content using our
in-house mobile payment solution, KaiPay.

Notable developer contributions

We strive to make developing for KaiOS accessible to
both beginner and experienced developers around the
world. With the help of free developer resources,
including the KaiOS Developer Portal, creators have
designed apps for the KaiStore with emerging markets
in mind.
Christian Waadt supports financial inclusion with his
app, K-Loan. The utilities app is an amortization
calculator that can be used to track loans.

Valeriy Skachko helps women manage their personal

health with his app, Period Tracker. The health app
allows women to track their menstrual cycles. Skachko
now has an incredible 22 apps live in the KaiStore. Stay
tuned for a blog post featuring this dedicated developer!

Developer resources and events

The official launch of the developer portal in 2019 made

developing impactful content for KaiOS users accessible
to developers from a variety of locations and at different
experience levels.It is completely free to use. We do not
charge fees for account registration, access to QA tools,
or app storage because we wanted to create a low
barrier for entry into our developer ecosystem.
This year, we took part in several events that centered
around developers as well. We met with developers
across Africa and spent time with aspiring developers to
show them how they could leverage the KaiOS platform
to monetize their skills.