The world's smallest smartphone is here — the Unihertz Jelly Star. Smaller than an ATM card and barely bigger than a matchbox, this ultra-compact Android handset packs a transparent back panel, a capable MediaTek Helio G99 processor, and a 48 MP rear camera into a body that fits entirely in your closed fist.
Unihertz Jelly Star: World's Smallest Smartphone with a Transparent Design
Unihertz has built a reputation for bold, unconventional devices, and the Jelly Star is no different. Drawing clear visual inspiration from the Nothing Phone 1, the handset features a fully transparent back panel that puts the internal components on display. An LED notification light sits on the rear, adding a subtle but eye-catching accent. Available in Red and Blue, the Jelly Star is one of the most distinctive compact phones on the market.
The dimensions drive home just how small this phone is: 95.1 mm long, 49.6 mm wide, and 18.7 mm thick. It weighs just 116 grams — lighter than most mid-range flagships despite housing a 2,000 mAh battery and respectable internals.
Full Specifications of the Unihertz Jelly Star
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | 3-inch LCD, 480 × 854 pixels |
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 octa-core |
| Operating System | Android 13 |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB internal + microSD support |
| Rear Camera | 48 MP single sensor |
| Front Camera | 8 MP |
| Battery | 2,000 mAh |
| Dimensions | 95.1 × 49.6 × 18.7 mm |
| Weight | 116 g |
| Colors | Red, Blue |
Performance and Camera
Despite its tiny footprint, the Jelly Star does not cut corners on performance. The MediaTek Helio G99 is an octa-core chip originally built for gaming-oriented mid-range devices, offering strong CPU and GPU headroom well beyond what a 3-inch screen demands. Running Android 13 out of the box, the phone benefits from up-to-date privacy controls, better notification management, and improved battery optimisation features introduced in that OS version.
The display, while small at 3 inches, uses an LCD panel with a 480 × 854 pixel resolution. At that screen size the pixel density is workable for reading messages, browsing, and navigation — exactly the use cases that compact phone buyers prioritise. One-handed operation is entirely effortless given the 49.6 mm width.
Camera-wise, the single 48 MP rear sensor is a strong offering for a phone of this size. Most ultra-small smartphones have historically shipped with very low-resolution cameras, so a 48 MP shooter is a meaningful upgrade for the segment. The 8 MP front camera handles selfies and video calls adequately for a device primarily aimed at users who want a reliable secondary or backup handset.
Battery, Storage, and Price
The 2,000 mAh battery is sized proportionally to the phone's tiny chassis. With a 3-inch screen drawing minimal power compared to a standard 6-inch display, daily usage should remain manageable for most light-to-moderate users. Unihertz has a track record of tuning its compact phones for battery efficiency, which bodes well for real-world endurance.
Storage is a genuine highlight: 8 GB RAM and 256 GB internal memory, expandable further via a microSD card slot, is an exceptionally generous configuration for a phone this compact. Most competing mini smartphones ship with far less storage at similar prices.
The Unihertz Jelly Star launched first in Hong Kong at a price of approximately ₹17,000 in Indian currency. The handset is available in Red and Blue colour options. The company confirmed the phone is officially announced but indicated that open sales will begin in the coming months — so interested buyers will need to watch for the wider release date. Explore more compact and distinctive handsets on our brand page.
