Yes you are correct. With the T-Deck you do not need a separate phone for an app and keyboard.
The T-Deck has a built-in keyboard, shown in the picture too.
I also have a nice case and battery for it as well.
Think of it like a P2P cell phone
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Now I understand the price and hope anyone that sees our conversation will as well 😊 can't wait till I have the spare sats to purchase one my self.
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Jump into the #meshtastic, #reticulum, #LoRa & P2P rabbithole when you can; you'll be blown away by your new potentials