Aeros Crowdfunds Ultra-Compact Android Phone to Curb Screen Time
Norwegian company Aeros is crowdfunding a new ultra-compact Android smartphone with a 4.4-inch screen, roughly half the size of a typical device. Founder Tor Oveland Vimme argues that shrinking hardware, not just software limits, is key to reducing screen time. The phone retains essential functions like payments, maps, camera, and messaging but discourages video consumption and doomscrolling. Aeros previously launched the Juno (4-inch, 106g) in Norway in April 2026, selling out 100 units, with a Founder's Edition of 200 selling in Sweden. The new model aims to raise $222,000 by end of 2026 for tooling and molds. Reservations are refundable until production is funded. Oveland Vimme cites legislative trends: Australia's under-16 social media ban (December 2025), Denmark's proposed under-15 ban, and Norway's pending age-limit bill. The company is based in Kristiansand, Norway.
Key facts
- Aeros is crowdfunding a 4.4-inch Android phone to reduce screen time.
- Founder Tor Oveland Vimme says 'less screen, more life'.
- The phone is half the size of a regular smartphone.
- It retains core functions: payments, maps, camera, messaging.
- Aeros Juno launched in Norway in April 2026, sold out 100 units.
- Founder's Edition of 200 is selling in Sweden.
- Crowdfunding goal: $222,000 by end of 2026.
- Oveland Vimme cites Australia's under-16 social media ban and similar European proposals.
Entities
Artists
- Tor Oveland Vimme
Institutions
- Aeros
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Locations
- Norway
- Kristiansand
- Sweden
- Australia
- Denmark