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TCL FLIP 3 Voice & Text Only

3.8 out of 5 rating
499 Reviews
Starts at $2.22/mo$79.99
TCL FLIP 3 Voice & Text Only Stone Gray image 1 of 1
Starts at $2.22/mo$79.99

Color

Storage

16 GB

One-time activation fee of $40.

Device unlocking policy

This item is currently only available for Express Pickup.

Enjoy a clear connection with the FLIP 3. 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.
All specs

Reviews

3.8

3.8 out of 5 rating

499 reviews

64% of reviewers recommend this product.

Reasonably decent flip phone

4 out of 5 rating

MrsS . 1 day ago

I am that odd Millennial who refuses to get a smartphone. But I still text! I need a dumbphone that is adequate for more than making a 911 call should I find I've fallen and I can't get up, you know? After the absolutely horrible "upgrade" flip phone that Verizon provided when my reliable older 3G one was made obsolete, I was not hopeful that it was even possible to get a Verizon dumbphone that was not junk. However, this one is far superior to my previous junk phone (which ended up shattered into two pieces from a minor drop). Foremost, the predictive texting (including speed of entry it can keep up with) is pretty adequate. There are some frustrating points: It still does not automatically predict that pronoun "I" and it is hard to capitalize words that it does not assume need capitalization. Also, I have yet to find a way to keep it set to predictive T9 texting, but aside from these nuisances, I already find I am back to texting much quicker, as I used to with my older flip-phone. Punctuation menu alone is a hundred times easier to navigate than on my previous phone. Group texting has its frustrating quirks, but those of us who are in the Never-Smartphone crowd expect to put up with some such inconveniences. Other weird quirks: You cannot set a silent (vibrate only) alarm on this phone. You cannot change ringer volume with the phone closed. And the installed ringtones are all pretty dumb. Still, no dealbreakers. This is a way, way better phone overall than the other Verizon option at the same price point (which truly deserves all the 1-star ratings). There are a bunch of extra apps and features installed, but it is easy to avoid using them if you don't want them. For instance, I've found the weather app mildly useful, but I'm not really tempted to go Youtube surfing on the tiny screen. It's nice to know that in an emergency I can set up a hotspot or use Google maps to navigate, but they're inconvenient enough on a flip phone that I'm going to use the phone mostly for calls and texts. Which is what I want! Look for the other lengthy review which mentions lots of details (like not being able to adjust the ringtone volume without opening the phone, or that the outside buttons depress a bit too easily). That reviewer was spot-on in all assessments and helped me decide it was worth trying this phone when I had to make a quick replacement choice.

Simple Communications

5 out of 5 rating

9 days ago

Check Mark GraphicYes, I'd recommend this product.
If you don't text much you'll like this phone... Easy to carry and can take a lot of unintended abuse... They simply communicate.
All reviews
  1. Battery life and charge cycles vary with use, settings, and other factors; actual results may vary.
slide 1 of 4, Convenience display.

Effortless hearing.

Enjoy an effortless connection with and go hands-free with a powerful speaker or connect your favorite pair of wired or Bluetooth headphones. Equipped with noise-canceling dual-microphones, experience crystal clear calls and HD Voice functionality on a reliable 4G LTE connection.

Convenience display.

Bright Dual displays make it easy to read and stay connected with what matters. The external 1.77" display gives you a preview of who's calling with discreet alerts and notifications while the internal 3.2" display allows you to adjust the font and brightness to your exact liking.

Big keys, easy navigation.

With large printed, easy-to-read keys and a simple yet friendly user interface, users will navigate menus and send messages easily and quickly. Intuitive keys and shortcuts are there to help you quickly access your favorite contacts, emails, or notifications, letting you spend more time on important items and less time searching through.

Performance you can depend on.

Spend more time enjoying life and less time tethered to an outlet with the TCL FLIP 3. The long-lasting battery keeps you powered for up to 10.5 hours of talk time and for more than 17 days1 of standby time while the quad-core processor delivers a smooth user experience across the board.

Effortless hearing.

Enjoy an effortless connection with and go hands-free with a powerful speaker or connect your favorite pair of wired or Bluetooth headphones. Equipped with noise-canceling dual-microphones, experience crystal clear calls and HD Voice functionality on a reliable 4G LTE connection.

Convenience display.

Bright Dual displays make it easy to read and stay connected with what matters. The external 1.77" display gives you a preview of who's calling with discreet alerts and notifications while the internal 3.2" display allows you to adjust the font and brightness to your exact liking.

Design

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

Battery

Standby Time

Up to 17 days

mAh (per hour)

1850 mAh (Removable)

Usage Time

Up to 10.5 hrs. (4G)

Network

4G

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

Wi-fi

802.11b/g/n

SAR

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

Global & Roaming Network

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

FCC ID

2ACCJH178

World Device

Y

Additional Features

WEA

Yes

Prop 65

Cancer and Reproductive Harm

Camera

Rear Camera

5 MP

Video

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

Performance

Bluetooth

Yes, Bluetooth 4.2

Processor

Qualcomm QM215, up to 1.3 GHz quad-core

OS

Kai OS

Expandable Memory

Yes, up to 512GB

Memory/Storage

1GB RAM / 16GB ROM

Security

PIN code

Display

Screen

3.2“main display + 1.77” sub-display

Refresh Rate

60Hz

Aspect Ratio

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

SKU#

SKU#

TCL-T435V

What's in the box

  • Quick Start Guide
  • Wall Charger (5V1A)
  • USB-C Cable
  • 1850mAh Battery
  • Safety & Regulatory Information (PSI) Guide
  1. Battery life and charge cycles vary with use, settings, and other factors; actual results may vary.

TCL FLIP 3 Voice & Text Only Reviews

3.8

3.8 out of 5 rating

499 reviews

5 stars (251)
4 stars (78)
3 stars (55)
2 stars (27)
1 star (88)

64% of reviewers recommend this product.

Reasonably decent flip phone

4 out of 5 rating

MrsS . 1 day ago

I am that odd Millennial who refuses to get a smartphone. But I still text! I need a dumbphone that is adequate for more than making a 911 call should I find I've fallen and I can't get up, you know? After the absolutely horrible "upgrade" flip phone that Verizon provided when my reliable older 3G one was made obsolete, I was not hopeful that it was even possible to get a Verizon dumbphone that was not junk. However, this one is far superior to my previous junk phone (which ended up shattered into two pieces from a minor drop). Foremost, the predictive texting (including speed of entry it can keep up with) is pretty adequate. There are some frustrating points: It still does not automatically predict that pronoun "I" and it is hard to capitalize words that it does not assume need capitalization. Also, I have yet to find a way to keep it set to predictive T9 texting, but aside from these nuisances, I already find I am back to texting much quicker, as I used to with my older flip-phone. Punctuation menu alone is a hundred times easier to navigate than on my previous phone. Group texting has its frustrating quirks, but those of us who are in the Never-Smartphone crowd expect to put up with some such inconveniences. Other weird quirks: You cannot set a silent (vibrate only) alarm on this phone. You cannot change ringer volume with the phone closed. And the installed ringtones are all pretty dumb. Still, no dealbreakers. This is a way, way better phone overall than the other Verizon option at the same price point (which truly deserves all the 1-star ratings). There are a bunch of extra apps and features installed, but it is easy to avoid using them if you don't want them. For instance, I've found the weather app mildly useful, but I'm not really tempted to go Youtube surfing on the tiny screen. It's nice to know that in an emergency I can set up a hotspot or use Google maps to navigate, but they're inconvenient enough on a flip phone that I'm going to use the phone mostly for calls and texts. Which is what I want! Look for the other lengthy review which mentions lots of details (like not being able to adjust the ringtone volume without opening the phone, or that the outside buttons depress a bit too easily). That reviewer was spot-on in all assessments and helped me decide it was worth trying this phone when I had to make a quick replacement choice.
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Simple Communications

5 out of 5 rating

9 days ago

Check Mark GraphicYes, I'd recommend this product.
If you don't text much you'll like this phone... Easy to carry and can take a lot of unintended abuse... They simply communicate.
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Unhappy customer

1 out of 5 rating

10 days ago

Only bought phone cause I had to get my iPhone fixed and I needed a phone to use for work calls ,and it’s trash over priced for a flip phone
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Could not get new flip phone

1 out of 5 rating

Luke S . 15 days ago

Attempted to get new phone. New phone was damaged in box. Employee could not get new phone activated and had to use old phone
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Geiinga phone

2 out of 5 rating

Greg Caliguire . 16 days ago

The Salesperson was nice but it took over 2 hours to get the phone
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Great phone

5 out of 5 rating

BLouLee . 18 days ago

Dawsonville Verizon is The Best helpful store in N.GA
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Good for privacy

4 out of 5 rating

HJRT . 21 days ago

I prefer a flip phone for the privacy it gives over that not afforded by flat cell phone. The Flip3 is slightly larger and a bit heavier than the one I replaced, however it is still easy to use and conveniently small enough to slip into the zippered pocket of my coat. Quality seems good (I have had it for only 2 weeks.) and function keys are conveniently and intuitively located.
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Fuse advertising

1 out of 5 rating

Yvalax . 26 days ago

Overall the phone is working well. We purchased this phone for our 12 year old as a way for them to be able to communicate with us without giving them access to the internet and games etc It is advertised as voice and text only. These functions are working well. However - it appears it also has YouTube videos which is NOT what we wanted to give our kid access to and also not advertised. We were not able to see all these features as we weren’t able to open the box / activate the phone prior to purchase. We would not purchase knowing this.
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Bad

1 out of 5 rating

Youtube . 29 days ago

I bought this phone as it says TALK AND TEXT ONLY, and it comes with YouTube
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Basic phone

5 out of 5 rating

Dave . 1 month ago

Check Mark GraphicYes, I'd recommend this product.
I wanted a phone with no bells and whistles. This is exactly what I wanted.
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TCL FLIP 3 Voice & Text Only FAQs

Fred . Nov 29, 2025

How do I access my voice mail?

Answer from Verizon Customer Support3 days

From the main screen, press the. OK button. . Utilize the 5-way navigation pad to highlight and the OK button to select. Select. Contacts. . Select. Voice Mail. . Press the. OK button. to call. -Cait

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Fred . Nov 29, 2025

Is there a manual?

Answer from Verizon Customer Support3 days

You can access the manual here: https://ss7.vzw.com/is/content/VerizonWireless/tcl-flip-3-um-en -Cait

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Is there gps or map . Nov 28, 2025

Maps? GPS?

Answer from Verizon Customer Support4 days

This device does not have maps/gps -Anthony

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Susan . Nov 27, 2025

Can the TCL FLIP 3 make calls using voice command ( for names in contact list) ? Example “call Susan”

Answer from Verizon Customer Support4 days

Yes, the device supports voice commands for calls. -Danielle

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Ring tone . Nov 26, 2025

Can you change the ringtone?

Answer from Verizon Customer Support6 days

To change the ringtone on your TCL FLIP 3, go to Settings, select Personalization, then Sound, and finally choose Ringtones -Joe

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Sarah . Nov 25, 2025

How much is a line for just talking text

Answer from Verizon Customer Support7 days

For more information on our available plans, please visit https://www.verizon.com/plans/. -Necia

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Nov 23, 2025

How do I set up a passcode for my new phone?

Answer from Verizon Customer Support9 days

Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Screen lock, select On, enter a 4-digit passcode, and then re-enter it to confirm.

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Kayla . Nov 19, 2025

Can youtube be removed from phone?

Answer from Verizon Customer Support13 days

This phone does not have data or Youtube. -Melissa

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Lou and ron . Nov 19, 2025

does this phone have a camera

Answer from Verizon Customer Support13 days

Yes, the TCL FLIP 3 has a 5MP rear camera, but it does not have a front-facing selfie camera. The rear camera can record video and includes an LED flash. -Sean

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Loud ring tone . Nov 18, 2025

Loud ring tone

Answer from Verizon Customer Support14 days

For any questions regarding the device features, please reach out to us directly. https://www.verizon.com/support/ -Meg

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