@slowpaste
Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts, and for placing your trust in Mudita Kompakt — it means a lot, especially coming from someone who values open ecosystems and digital freedom.
Your point about the 5G omission is completely valid, and you’re definitely not alone in raising it. The decision not to include 5G was intentional, aligned with Mudita’s core philosophy: prioritizing battery life, simplicity, and mindful use over always chasing the latest spec. I actually posted about the hype of 5G in a separate thread:
That said, it’s great to hear that the openness of the device, the Linux support, and features like the headphone jack and NFC still made Kompakt the best fit for your needs despite this limitation. That kind of real-world, pragmatic minimalism is exactly what we’re hoping to support — not creating artificial scarcity, but offering just enough without turning the phone into another attention trap.
Also, your note on IEI-EMF is incredibly refreshing. We appreciate your clarity and nuance — it’s a conversation that’s too often dominated by extremes, and you articulated a middle ground with both skepticism and respect. We’re very conscious of how the Pure was perceived in that regard, and Kompakt reflects a clear shift in tone and direction.
Thanks again for being part of the community. The feedback you’ve shared here is helpful not just for us, but for others trying to weigh similar compromises in their digital lives.