Its a "phone" not a "cell phone". It works over WiFi with VOIP. Interesting but it still requires a basic internet connection to function. Archive: https://archive.today/EYggS From the post: >>The WiPhone is extremely simple and has no cell radio on purpose: no physical or internet based tracking, no apps, minimal GUI. The WiPhone makes calls and sends text messages using a VoIP data connection (over WiFi). If you require mobile connectivity we recommend using a hotspot. This limits tracking while still providing a mobile connection.