TCL FLIP 3

Color

Storage

16 GB

New or existing customer

Payment options

Overview

Enjoy a clear connection with the FLIP 3, which comes with all the apps and services you need. When you have 4G LTE connectivity and HD voice, you can hear without straining and stay in touch almost anywhere. With two screens, you can quickly check for messages or notifications and see who is calling. An 1850mAh battery that has a long life keeps you going all day and on new adventures.

Reviews

3.7

116 reviews

67% of reviewers recommend this product.

TCL Flip3 phone

PCit . 1 day ago

Low volume when listening on phone calls after raised to 130%.

My review of my new TCL fone

NIKHILANANDA . 2 days ago

Yes, I'd recommend this product.

I am getting more use to it the longer i use it

Battery life and charge cycles vary with use, settings, and other factors; actual results may vary.

Specs

Design

Aspect Ratio

Main display: 4:3 Sub-Display: 5:4

Depth

0.78 inch

Width

2.34 inch

Length

4.22 inch

Height

7.99 inch

Charging Port

USB Type C

Colors

Stone Gray

ECO-Certifications

UL 110/RoHS/WEEE/CP65

Weight

5.06 oz

Notable Materials

Flip

Accessibility

Auditory

Mono audio, Sound balance, RTT, Keypad Vibration

Voice Assistant

Yes

Mobility/Cognitive

RTT, Alert/Alarm

Hearing Aid Compatibility

PASS

Visual

Large text/Captions, Build-in text-to-speech

Network

2, 4, 5, 12, 13, 66, 25, 26, 41, 71

FCC ID

2ACCJH178

Wi-fi

802.11b/g/n

Global & Roaming Network

GSM Quad Band UMTS B1, B2, B4, B5, B8

SAR

Head: 1.36 W/kg | Body: 0.94 W/kg

World Device

Battery

Standby Time

Up to 17 days

mAh (per hour)

1850 mAh (Removable)

Usage Time

Up to 10.5 hrs. (4G)

Camera

Rear Camera

5 MP

Video

480p @ 30fps capture 720p @ 30fps playback

Performance

Hotspot

Yes, Up to 10 devices

Bluetooth

Yes, Bluetooth 4.2

Processor

Qualcomm QM215, up to 1.3 GHz quad-core

Expandable Memory

Yes, up to 512GB

Security

PIN code

Memory/Storage

1GB RAM / 16GB ROM

Kai OS

Display

Screen

3.2" main display + 1.77" sub-display

Refresh Rate

60Hz

SKU#

TCL-T435S

What's in the box

Quick Start Guide
Wall Charger (5V1A)
USB-C Cable
1850mAh Battery
Safety & Regulatory Information (PSI) Guide

Battery life and charge cycles vary with use, settings, and other factors; actual results may vary.

Reviews

TCL FLIP 3 Reviews

3.7

116 reviews

67% of reviewers recommend this product.

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TCL Flip3 phone

PCit . 1 day ago

Low volume when listening on phone calls after raised to 130%.

My review of my new TCL fone

NIKHILANANDA . 2 days ago

Yes, I'd recommend this product.

I am getting more use to it the longer i use it

”FLIPPER’. Is ok!!!

Shoie . 4 days ago

Yes, I'd recommend this product.

I wanted something simpler in my old age. This seemed to fit the bill. I have been working with it and trying out several things. I copied the instruction sheets and that has helped some. However, i have been trying to get the tones on my rings and even with instruction pages , it does not work. Even went online and asked but no help there either. I wish there was a support # u could call for help.

Not as capable as advertised

Robert L . 11 days ago

I realize there are few flip phones on the market, but I went with this because I was told it could be tracked using Verizon Family. That is not the case because the phone cannot be paired. The best you can get is an approximate location based on cell towers. I wish that was explained to me prior to my purchase. Besides that, it’s a capable phone.

What happened to Group texts

Adam . 23 days ago

Group texts I send no longer go out as group texts, but to the individual...major downgrade Verizon.

Not for visually impaired

Kirk De Franco . 24 days ago

Phone is too complicated for vision impaired

Has internet

bob27 . 1 month ago

The store salesperson told us this had no internet. We didn't want our kids to access to youtube on their phone. He assured us that it didn't, but it does and we couldn't return it.

TCL/Alcatel Mobile - 1 month ago

Hello, and thank you for reaching out. We're sorry to hear about the confusion. Please note that there are two variants of the Flip 3. The Flip 3 Voice & Text model does not have access to internet-based applications. We hope this information is helpful. - Kevin.

Sound quality and Group Text Terrible

smily396 . 1 month ago

Outgoing speaking is Crisp, but Incoming Voice is terrible. Very crackly. Phone does not do group text, when trying my text goes to each individual number.

why I like my new cell phone

ME Joffer . 2 months ago

Yes, I'd recommend this product.

I really like this cell phone. It is small and I can put it in my pocket.

TCL/Alcatel Mobile - 2 months ago

We're happy to hear that you’re enjoying the phone! Its compact size definitely makes it convenient to carry around, especially when it fits right in your pocket. Thanks for sharing! - Kevin.

New flip phones difficult to use

Frances . 3 months ago

The new flip phone is more difficult to use than my old flip phone . I wish my old flip phone had not broke

FAQs

TCL FLIP 3 FAQs

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TCL Flip 3 phone . Sep 10, 2025

Do a new TCL Flip 3 phone come pre-charged enough to do the activation process or does it have to be fully charged by me?

Answer from Verizon Customer Support6 hours

It is pre-charged and typically you can complete an initial activation. Details and specs here: https://www.verizon.com/basic-phones/tcl-flip-3/ ~Maria

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TCL Flip 3 . Sep 10, 2025

Does this new phone come charged enough to do the phone's setup process without pre-charging the device fully?

Patti . Sep 1, 2025

How to make phone vibrate and ring

Answer from Verizon Customer Support9 days

To put most TCL flip phones on vibrate, press and hold the Volume Down button on the side of the phone until the vibration symbol appears, indicating vibration mode is active. For some models, you may need to press the button repeatedly to cycle through modes until vibration is selected.

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Elizabeth Joyce . Aug 30, 2025

how do I find my draft folder

Answer from Verizon Customer Support11 days

Phone does not have a dedicated Draft Folder for texts. -Rosie

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Darren . Aug 27, 2025

Where is speaker at?

Answer from Verizon Customer Support14 days

The ear speaker is at the top of the screen as shown in the picture of the device. -Christopher

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Jenny . Aug 22, 2025

Does this phone have voice-to-text?

Answer from Verizon Customer Support18 days

No, the TCL FLIP 3 does not have voice-to-text. -Art

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Matt Lang . Aug 16, 2025

Does this phone support apps

Answer from TCL Expert23 days

Hello, This phone is running on Kai OS operating system. It supports from Kai OS Store. To learn more about Kai OS, visit: https://www.kaiostech.com/. - Kevin.

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Answer from Verizon Customer Support24 days

Yes it does support Apps. -Luis

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Teresa . Aug 6, 2025

manual for TCL Flip 3

Answer from Verizon Customer Support1 month

You can access a PDF user guide using the link below. https://www.verizon.com/support/tcl-flip-3/ -Christopher

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flashlight . Jul 30, 2025

how to activate the flashlight ?

Answer from TCL/Alcatel Mobile1 month

To turn on flashlight, press and hold the Quick Dial button that is below the camera for about 4 seconds. Do the same to turn if off. If you have the latest updated software, you will need to enable the Quick Dial button for the flashlight. Simply go to Settings > Device > Quick Dial > Flashlight > Select On. In the event that you don't want to accidentally trigger the flashlight, be sure to select Off. - Kevin.

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Answer from Verizon Customer Support1 month

Here is a link to the TCL Flip 3 manual. https://support.tcl.com/product-downloads-flip/tcl-flip-3 If you have additional questions feel free to reach out to our support team. https://www.verizon.com/digital/nsa/nos/ui/ngd/contactus -Meg

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annoyed123987 . Jul 29, 2025

Does this phone have voicemail capabilities? I don't see anything listed saying it doesn't, yet I am unable to create a password for mine to work.

Answer from Verizon Customer Support1 month

https://www.verizon.com/support/knowledge-base-307461/ ~Jorge

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TCL FLIP 3

Color

New or existing customer

Payment options

Reviews

3.7

TCL Flip3 phone

My review of my new TCL fone

Effortless hearing.

Convenience display.

Big keys, easy navigation.

Simply productive.

Performance you can depend on.

Effortless hearing.

Convenience display.

Design

Accessibility

Network

Battery

Camera

Performance

Display

SKU#

What's in the box

TCL FLIP 3 Reviews

3.7

TCL Flip3 phone

My review of my new TCL fone

”FLIPPER’. Is ok!!!

Not as capable as advertised

What happened to Group texts

Not for visually impaired

Has internet

Sound quality and Group Text Terrible

why I like my new cell phone

New flip phones difficult to use

TCL FLIP 3 FAQs