Originally unveiled in 2015 by the startup Monohm, the circular, palm-sized device was designed to be a "digital heirloom" that prioritized focus and "social niceties" over constant notifications. Despite raising over $250,000 via Indiegogo in 2016, the project ultimately stalled due to technical and manufacturing hurdles. The Story of the Runcible

The "anti-smartphone" is no longer available for purchase and never officially shipped to the general public.