I wanted to share my experience with the Wonder Phone.
Initially didn’t think the Wonder Phone was even an option, since all the ads I saw in the papers focused on the looks of the phone and designer cases. I assumed it was a basic device with limited functionality.
I checked their website and was surprised to see how many features the phone actually has, including Android Auto, Waze, and custom apps with a very clean interface. That convinced me to buy it. I’ve been using it for a while now and I am very happy with it.
I especially like Android Auto, Voice to Text, the Weather app, Hebrew calender app, Zmanim app, and the phone GUI.
It does not have an outer screen, but the notification light together with custom ringtones per contact reduces most of the need for an external display.
I’ve sent the company many suggestions and feature requests. Here are most of the outstanding issues (applies to OS version 1.5.6):
There are a few minor software issues and feature requests, including Android Auto text sending, some Voice to Text inconsistencies, Messages app navigation refinements, and the addition of swipe typing, text blocking, and thread archiving. Other smaller items include indoor camera improvements, Photos app stability and sharing fixes, calendar labeling enhancements, proper call hold behavior, clearer voicemail indicators, more accurate notification light behavior for muted contacts, and improved capitalization in Voice to Text.
They’re releasing updates at a fast pace, and I signed up as a beta tester to receive them early. I really like the phone and expect these issues to be addressed over time.
In day to day use, most of these issues do not affect me, aside from the notification light on muted contacts which can be annoying. They are mostly small refinements that would make an already strong device even better.
My experience with support has also been excellent. They offered a free repair when my phone fell into water, although I ended up fixing it myself. They are usually very responsive and helpful. I would rate support 8/10.
I highly recommend this phone to anyone prepared to pay the price.
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