A TikTok video has taken the internet by storm — showing a woman scrolling on what looks like a piece of glass, sparking rumors of a “Nokia Transparent Phone.” But is it real?
The Viral Moment
The clip, shared by TikTok creator CatGPT, shows a woman casually using what appears to be a completely transparent phone while waiting in line at a store. She scrolls as if she’s on a regular smartphone, but the device is nothing more than a clear piece of glass — leaving viewers stunned and confused.
The video’s caption summed it up:
“I’m sorry, WTF IS THAT????”
Social Media Went Wild
Within hours, the comments section exploded. Some users claimed it was the new Nokia Clear Phone, allegedly priced at a whopping €35,000. Others rushed to Google in hopes of finding proof that Nokia had indeed launched a futuristic, transparent smartphone.
What’s the Truth?
Despite the buzz, Nokia has not released or announced any transparent phone. The video, while convincing at first glance, appears to be a clever hoax or a visual effect.
The current lineup of Nokia phones in 2025, managed under license by HMD Global, remains grounded in reality. Models like the Nokia 3210 (2024), Nokia 235 4G, and Nokia 2660 Flip focus more on retro designs, 4G connectivity, Bluetooth, and battery life — not next-gen sci-fi tech.
The Truth Behind the ‘Transparent Phone’
The mystery didn’t last long. In a follow-up TikTok, the woman featured in the viral video cleared things up: the transparent device wasn’t a phone at all.
She revealed that what she was holding was actually a “methaphone” — a clear acrylic object shaped like an iPhone.
“My friend is actually the inventor and creator of these,” she explained, “and he told me that what he wanted to test was, if we’re all so addicted to our phones, then could you potentially curb somebody’s addiction by replacing the feeling of having a phone in your pocket with something that feels exactly the same?”
A Thought-Provoking Experiment
Far from being a high-tech gadget, the methaphone is part of a social experiment exploring our dependency on smartphones. According to the woman, it struck a nerve with millions because it taps into a deep societal concern:
“It feels like a physical artifact that directly responds to this collective tension we all feel about how our devices, which are meant to make us more connected, are actually having the exact opposite effect.”
Mixed Reactions from Viewers
While some appreciated the message, not everyone was sold. One user commented:
“Nobody’s addicted to holding phones. They’re addicted to the apps.”
Another added sarcastically:
“So she’s scrolling on a piece of plastic?”
Still, whether it was taken seriously or not, the methaphone clearly sparked a larger conversation — not about futuristic phones, but about how deeply embedded technology has become in our everyday behavior.
Final Verdict
While the video has definitely sparked curiosity, there’s no evidence that Nokia has developed or released a transparent smartphone. As of now, the so-called “glass phone” is just a viral illusion — not a real product.
