Didn't see a thread for this so I thought i'd make one since it seems like an interesting project on Indiegogo. An Ottawa student is currently trying to raise enough funding for a $180 (USD) phone called frank., a 5.5' phone with the following specs for $180 USD:
Link: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/frank-just-another-f-king-phone-android-smartphone#/
Comparison:
Pay $1,000 for a phone if old.
EDIT: You may want to read this if you're interested in this project - http://www.androidpolice.com/2017/09/05/frank-isnt-just-phone-phony/
The market definitely seems aimed a younger demographic with its "stick it to the man" sales pitch that's trying to offer a mid-range phone for a lower cost than one would expect from current offerings. The campaign just launched today and currently raised over 45K of its planned 250K goal.
Link: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/frank-just-another-f-king-phone-android-smartphone#/
Comparison:
Pay $1,000 for a phone if old.
EDIT: You may want to read this if you're interested in this project - http://www.androidpolice.com/2017/09/05/frank-isnt-just-phone-phony/