The 10 Worst Phones in History, Including the BlackBerry Storm and iPhone 6

List of Cell Phones Known to Have Failed on the Market

Not all technology products are successful on the market. Some cellphone models fail because the design, quality or features do not meet user expectations. In this list, there are big brands such as Samsung, HTC, and Apple that have experienced major failures when releasing their products.

1. Samsung Galaxy Note 7

The Galaxy Note 7 was released in 2016 and was initially expected to be Samsung’s flagship device. However, a number of reports indicate that this cellphone caught fire suddenly, causing Samsung’s image to decline. Ultimately, Samsung decided to withdraw all units from the market, making it one of the most notorious flops in the history of the mobile phone industry.

2. HTC Dream (HTC First)

As one of the first Android phones, the HTC Dream has great potential. Unfortunately, weak hardware and stiff competition meant it quickly sank. Users complained about slow performance and an unattractive design.

3. Amazon Fire Phone

Amazon launched the Fire Phone in 2014 with the Fire OS operating system focused on Amazon services. However, the absence of Google Play Store support makes users disappointed. Fire Phone sales plummeted and production was halted after just a year.

4. BlackBerry Storm

The BlackBerry Storm is BlackBerry’s first attempt to enter the touch screen era. Inaccurate screen technology and slow response frustrate users. This product actually accelerated the downfall of BlackBerry, instead of becoming a competitor to the iPhone.

5. Kyocera Echo

Kyocera Echo was released in 2011 with a dual folding screen concept. Unfortunately, battery technology is not yet ready to support two screens, making it power-intensive and slow. While the concept is interesting, the execution fails miserably.

6. Samsung Galaxy Fold (1st Generation)

As the pioneer of modern folding screen phones, the first generation Galaxy Fold received a lot of attention. However, some units were reported to experience screen damage just a few days after use. Samsung finally recalled the product and repaired it before reselling it.

7. RED Hydrogen One

RED, a professional camera manufacturer, is trying to enter the smartphone market with a 3D holographic screen. However, this technology is considered a gimmick and is not functional. The design is awkward, heavy, and the price is too high for useless features.

8. iPhone 6

Apple has also experienced failure. The iPhone 6 is known for its “bendgate” problem — the body bends easily with just a little pressure. Although it still sold well, this design flaw tarnished Apple’s reputation for device durability.

9. HTC EVO 3D

HTC tries to offer a new experience with a 3D camera and 3D screen without glasses. Unfortunately, this technology is considered impractical. Photos and videos look strange, while apps that support 3D features are very limited.

10. V Mobile N8-N

This cheap product from an unknown brand has become the subject of ridicule in the technology community. Many users reported that this cellphone broke down in just a matter of weeks. YouTube channel Unbox Therapy even showed the unit shutting down completely just five minutes after use.

This line of cellphones is proof that the popularity of big brands does not guarantee product success. In the world of technology, innovation without careful calculation can actually backfire. Have you ever owned one of the phones above?