Tecno revives modular Android devices with new concept phone
9to5Google • • general
Key Points:
- Tecno is previewing a new modular smartphone concept called the “Modular Magnetic Interconnection Technology” ahead of MWC 2026, aiming to revive the idea of a build-it-yourself handset once envisioned by Google's Project Ara.
- The device features a sleek design with a base thickness of 4.9mm and uses ultra-thin magnetic attachments to connect modules via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and mmWave, focusing more on accessory additions rather than core hardware swaps.
- Tecno’s modular ecosystem currently includes around ten modules, such as an Action Camera, Telephoto Lens, and off-grid communication tools, allowing users to customize their phone based on daily needs.
- Two design editions are showcased: the ATOM edition with a silver-aluminum
