The new MC03 smartphone from Punkt. was not created to follow market trends, but to offer an alternative vision. In a landscape dominated by intrusive notifications, systemic data collection, and digital overload, MC03 points toward a different direction: intentional technology.
Not a mere slogan, but a design principle, it means creating devices that respond to real needs without fostering dependency, offering advanced functions without turning the user into the product.
Punkt.: the vision of Petter Neby meets the talent of Jasper Morrison
Punkt., the Swiss company founded by Petter Neby, has put together a coherent position in technological design over the years. From the first MP01 designed by Jasper Morrison to the MP02 and MC02 models, the brand has pursued a clear vision: reducing complexity, removing the unnecessary, and putting the individual first. In Punkt.’s view, technology should be a silent instrument that is there when needed and invisible when not.
Jasper Morrison / Petter Neby
MC03 is the natural evolution of this journey. It is a contemporary smartphone, complete in its capabilities, yet designed with a radically different approach from the major digital ecosystems. It does not promise total disconnection—it promises control. And this makes it as much of a lifestyle design object as a premium device for privacy.
MC03 up close: structure, system, and vision
Looking more closely at the project, the new MC03 stands out for a series of choices that express a clear philosophy.
- AphyOS operating system
Based on the Android Open Source Project yet completely re-engineered, AphyOS eliminates the systemic tracking typical of mainstream environments. Data is not monetized. The architecture is designed to protect personal information from the very first setup. - Home Vault
This is the phone’s protected environment. It hosts selected and verified applications such as Proton Mail, Proton Drive, and encrypted messaging systems. The interface is minimalist, legible, and free of visual noise. Ideal for sensitive activities and professional data management, the user works within a closed, controlled space.
- Wild Web
The device’s most open space, it allows the installation of traditional Android applications, while maintaining a more transparent and rigorous system for managing access and data. Freedom is not denied, but managed. This two-tier level is one of the project’s most distinctive features. - Aesthetic and minimalist interface
The lock screen, with its analog clock and clean typography, conveys a sense of digital calm. There are no superfluous icons, no graphic saturation. The interface is as much a mental space as it is a screen.
Advanced performance and technical features
MC03 does not compromise on performance, but incorporates it into a solid, well-balanced, and understated object.
- 6.67” Flexible Full HD OLED Display
Deep colors, high contrast, 120 Hz fluidity. The visual quality is comparable to high-end devices, yet integrated into a less distracting experience. - Advanced photo system
The four-sensor rear module, set within a sharp, geometric square island, offers versatility through wide-angle photography, a primary sensor, and advanced video functions. The aesthetic remains consistent: no chromatic flourishes, only pure functionality.
- High-capacity battery
The removable 5,200 mAh battery extends the product’s lifecycle. A rare feature in today’s market, it reflects a design approach oriented toward durability. - Solid build and IP68 certification
Assembled in Europe, MC03 conveys a sense of solidity. It is not a fragile display object, but a tool designed to last over time.
MC03 as lifestyle object
Viewed from the front, the clean interface recalls the aesthetic of Jasper Morrison’s designs: “super normal”, no-frills, made to outlast trends. On the back, the black matte surface and the discreet logo reinforce an identity which is far removed from ostentatious luxury.
The new MC03 smartphone is not simply a secure device. It is a design statement. At a time when technology tends to overwhelm our attention, Punkt. offers a balance of innovation and awareness. For those who see design as much a cultural act as an aesthetic one, MC03 stands among the most compelling products on the contemporary scene.