The Dumb Phone That FINALLY Got It Right

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  • Опубліковано 13 чер 2024
  • Pre-order WisePhone II Here: techless.com/spencerscottpugh for 25 off!
    My Code: SPENCERSCOTTPUGH
    I share my experience with the Wise Phone, a minimalist/mobile device designed by Techless. We compare it to my past experience with Light Phone 2 and emphasize how Wise Phone better addresses my personal needs. While detailing my weekend spent exclusively using the Wise Phone, I highlight the basic functionalities, the pros and cons of the device, and its operating system. I really appreciate Techless's dedication to enhancing life without the distractions of conventional smartphones, and I looks forward to the release of Wise Phone 2, discussing its features and updates in response to user feedback.
    00:00 Introduction to the Wise Phone
    00:21 Overview of Techless and the Wise Phone
    00:59 Pre-ordering the Wise Phone 2
    01:32 Personal Experience with the Wise Phone
    02:19 Exploring the Wise Phone's Features
    07:06 Pros and Cons of the Wise Phone
    13:09 Comparing the Wise Phone to Other Devices
    19:07 Anticipating the Wise Phone 2
    20:09 Final Thoughts and Recommendations
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    #dumbphone #wisephone #lightphone
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    i want to use whatever gifts i have received to serve others, as a faithful steward of God’s grace in its various forms. - 1 Peter 4: 10
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  • @SpencerScottPugh
    @SpencerScottPugh  4 місяці тому +13

    Don't be a fool, Get Wisephone. See what I did there? 😉Pre-order WisePhone II Here: techless.com/spencerscottpugh for 25 off! My Code: SPENCERSCOTTPUGH

    • @BenFarmerCreative
      @BenFarmerCreative 4 місяці тому +2

      You'd be WISE to get the Wisephone!

    • @christopherkaspar7821
      @christopherkaspar7821 4 місяці тому +2

      It's a SMART choice to get a WISEPHONE

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  4 місяці тому +1

      We really gotta keep these rolling 🙌🏻

    • @jerryi978
      @jerryi978 Місяць тому

      regular Google Messenger has a camera at the top for video chat. Does this have any video chat?

    • @marcokrautwald1886
      @marcokrautwald1886 Місяць тому

      let me guess... just like the ghost phone and gabb phone its only for the us. i hate this fuck i feel hopeless

  • @drewmorrison
    @drewmorrison 2 місяці тому +87

    This is what we need in a dumb phone:
    - Concert tickets (because a lot of these a-hole vendors don’t allow paper tickets anymore)
    - Uber/Lyft for transportation
    - Maps (just in case you get lost)
    - Text
    - Calls
    - Music/ Podcasts
    Basically a phone where you cant have social media or internet browsing…..

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  2 місяці тому +10

      For sure! That's why im excited for Wisephone II.. they will have some apps in their tool drawer that they will vet!

    • @WootbeerFloat
      @WootbeerFloat 2 місяці тому +6

      CAT S22 flip. You can get social media but its so horrible to use that you wont want to use it.

    • @RHATHEN
      @RHATHEN 2 місяці тому +2

      @@SpencerScottPugh Great!

    • @joaomiguel1988
      @joaomiguel1988 Місяць тому +1

      this could be achieved with a custom android OS i think

    • @utubepunk
      @utubepunk Місяць тому +2

      No gallery?! Wut.

  • @MdShamsherYT
    @MdShamsherYT 4 місяці тому +70

    Digital minimalism is the future

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  4 місяці тому +6

      We shall see!

    • @simonrockstream
      @simonrockstream 2 місяці тому +7

      For the humans that actually want to be alive yes. But most do not want to live, they want to be slaves because it's comfortable for them not to think for themselfs.

    • @morganghetti
      @morganghetti Місяць тому +2

      He says while watching UA-cam videos.

  • @VelStreaming
    @VelStreaming 2 місяці тому +203

    i just want a dumb phone that has spotify and bluetooth

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  2 місяці тому +17

      This should have both if they add Spotify to the tool drawer. I haven't asked the CEO yet, but I imagine Spotify would be totally acceptable... at least in some way shape or form. The tool drawer is what is going to make this device much different from other dumb phones out there.

    • @quas3728
      @quas3728 2 місяці тому +17

      just get a cheap mp3 player. most of them have bluetooth feature

    • @cincogus
      @cincogus 2 місяці тому +14

      WhatsApp and Maps app, I'm sold

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  2 місяці тому +5

      @@cincogus I seriously think both of those will be in the tool drawer. Definitely keep Techless on your radar for updates there!

    • @gotechless
      @gotechless 2 місяці тому +7

      Yes! Wiesphone II might just be the phone for you. It’s going to have Bluetooth capabilities and we are working on vetting various streaming apps for use within the Tool Drawer. We understand that music is a valuable feature to have on the phone, but we also want to maintain the privacy and distraction-free environment that so many crave.

  • @zgoblue
    @zgoblue 2 місяці тому +60

    To be honest, just seems like iOS or Android just needs to come out with an option to block social media apps.

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  2 місяці тому +2

      For sure! I know you can mess around with screen time settings and permissions there, but it's a bit of a hassle!

    • @morganghetti
      @morganghetti Місяць тому +5

      You could just not install them? I don't have social media apps installed on my phone.

    • @1FontaineCreaturae
      @1FontaineCreaturae Місяць тому +4

      @@SpencerScottPughplus it’s too easy to work around those intentional obstacles. Not worth the time

    • @thedivinityman
      @thedivinityman Місяць тому

      @@SpencerScottPugh Samsung Galaxy A series and S series phones parental controls are fairly easy to use, anyways the thing I would miss the most on the Wisephone is the S Pen.

    • @dangansonaplays
      @dangansonaplays Місяць тому +3

      Sadly, unless its a permeant block, that just won't work, as long as the temptation is there, self control will wain after time.

  • @itsErik04
    @itsErik04 3 місяці тому +49

    i would like it to be smaller (like iphone 13 mini for example) and also an e-ink desplay. than it would have been perfect.

    • @AMAL-mr7ko
      @AMAL-mr7ko 3 місяці тому +4

      Exactly what I had in my mind

    • @Marsk1tty
      @Marsk1tty 3 місяці тому +3

      Exactly!! I want to be able to do a bit more than the lightphone can do for when I need it, and have a larger battery to reap the benefit from an eink screen. Ultimately something like the Hisense a9 but with support for US bands would be my dream phone.

    • @Shazwani-Iris
      @Shazwani-Iris 2 місяці тому +6

      i need a dumb phone based on iphone 5s design

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  2 місяці тому +4

      For some reason, as popular as it seems the mini iphones were, they just werent selling... I think mkbhd just made a video about the end of the small smart phones. I did love the 12 mini!! Knowing this company started with the idea of phones for kids, i would assume it's not out of the question in future iterations to make smaller form factors. We will see!

    • @AMAL-mr7ko
      @AMAL-mr7ko 2 місяці тому +3

      @Shazwani-Iris really loved Iphone 5s. Really handy to hold

  • @JuditExSminktippek
    @JuditExSminktippek 28 днів тому +12

    What I hate nowadays is that almost for every purchase or service I use, I need to download an app for. I have to have an app for my gym membership (and they cannot accomodate otherwise, I already asked), for getting coupons for the supermarket I go to (they went paperless years ago), bank app (I have to identify myself on the app, even if I wanna log in through my laptop) etc. It's not that I have issues with social media like others. I have issues with life changing to think that everyone has and need to use smartphones.

    • @smileychess
      @smileychess 3 дні тому

      Weird. I am surrounded by gyms that don't have this requirement. My supermarket still has a physical card you can scan, and coupons that I can print out, if I bothered to. None of my banks requires a smartphone to use their website. You're ether very unlucky, or missing something.

    • @Oldasianguy
      @Oldasianguy 13 годин тому

      @@smileychess the world is a big place.

    • @smileychess
      @smileychess 6 годин тому

      @@Oldasianguy - Exactly. The world is huge and varied. So if you have the perception that all the businesses near you require a smartphone, you should consider not giving them your business, and instead broaden your horizons to find those that are less elitist.

    • @Oldasianguy
      @Oldasianguy 5 годин тому

      @@smileychess you say it's weird this person has that experience. I'm saying it might be normal in her part of the world.

    • @smileychess
      @smileychess 22 хвилини тому

      @@Oldasianguy - Yes, and that's a weird situation to be in.

  • @Shazwani-Iris
    @Shazwani-Iris 2 місяці тому +15

    if there's a dumb phone based on iphone 5s design, imma spend my whole bank account

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  2 місяці тому +3

      ABSOLUTE CLASSIC!

    • @bombombalu
      @bombombalu 13 днів тому +2

      Just buy a 5s then. Its software is too old to run a lot of apps

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  13 днів тому +1

      @bombombalu that’s actually a great idea… tons of people say the 5s is the best iPhone ever

  • @milo_thatch_incarnate
    @milo_thatch_incarnate День тому

    I've been researching switching to a dumb phone for months, but ultimately, I think I'm going to have to keep my dumbed-down smartphone, because things like tickets, restaurant menus, etc are all digital now. I've found it just about as effective to turn my iPhone screen to black and white, DELETE all unnecessary apps, and that's it. The phone becomes so boring in black and white, I don't even want to look at it. But I still have my family's group chat, good quality photos for memories, and transportation and navigation, all of which I need.

  • @LeeLexington-cx6ir
    @LeeLexington-cx6ir 2 місяці тому +8

    After doing much research personally I’m not a fan of most of these non smartphones that still looks like a smartphone. I think even though the light phone with its lack of features has set the tone for what a non smartphone should be in terms of design and functionality. I’m especially a fan of the e-ink display and can see that being the future of displays. I appreciate your reviews.

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  2 місяці тому +2

      Nice opinion! The light phone for sure intrigued me.. i just dont think e-ink works for phones in its current iteration

  • @qazmko22
    @qazmko22 Місяць тому +4

    The only argument he makes, that I actually agree with is photos! Most Dumb phones have a stripped down camera and photo app, and if your kids are small and cute, they won't be that cute forever.. so take plenty of pics!
    No, you don't need video chat.
    No, you don't need a weather app.
    No, you don't need group chats, all group chats suck always.
    If you want to talk to someone call them and talk to them. Like a normal human being, it's better for your mental health.

  • @Lacemary
    @Lacemary Місяць тому +1

    So interested in this! Thanks for the review!
    Truly a “distraction free” phone! Wouldn’t change a thing. Can help remove A TON of anxiety and help us to realize we don’t really need a lot of the things we use on smart phones.

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  Місяць тому

      Heck yeah! Excited to get my hands on mine and see how it changes my life! 🙌🏻

  • @collinausbury
    @collinausbury 2 місяці тому +3

    Incredible, honest review brother. Thank you.

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  2 місяці тому

      Hey I appreciate it man! Thanks for the comment!

  • @geovic1387
    @geovic1387 2 місяці тому +4

    Does it let you share your location to friends or family for safety reasons? Also, I live in NYC, busses can come early or late. How accurate are their real time predictions for bus schedules?

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  2 місяці тому

      I don't know about the bus schedules... might be something they include in their tool drawer. I can say there is location sharing. Though I dont know how closely it will be to Apple's find my in terms of usability. It is mostly geared toward seeing where your kids are in the parent portal!

  • @gotechless
    @gotechless 4 місяці тому +13

    Spencer, thanks for the review...we're grateful for you & your intentional perspective! -The Techless Team

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  4 місяці тому +3

      Likewise! I appreciate you all letting me test drive wiseOS on Wisephone I!

  • @zachweismann4819
    @zachweismann4819 9 днів тому +1

    since in the US iphone 14 and beyond went to the digital sim card, I guess you can't get beyond an iphone 13 if you wanted to switch back and forth? (I previously used to just pop the sim card out of my iphone xs max and put it in my light phone and I loved that) but now in the US with e-sim cards, guess we can't do that any more? curious your thoughts as I noticed you did have an iphone 13 which I know stil has a sim card and tray

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  9 днів тому

      I bought a separate sim and number. Just told family and friends my dumb phone number and to text/call that one on weekends!

  • @Sideways_Singh
    @Sideways_Singh 8 днів тому +1

    When I first discovered dumb phones this wise phone 2 is exactly what I was dreaming a proper minimalist phone should be except it should have a blackberry keyboard or atleast a 2cnd version that does. The whole tool/app thing is perfect, so u can still request productivity apps, or something like a light control app like philips hue or wiz, whatsapp, waze, google maps. If I could just request from them exactly what apps I want n they custom make it with those apps, n if I need more they can access the device n add it in or remove.

  • @Hunter-ep7zp
    @Hunter-ep7zp Місяць тому +1

    This is the phone I've been thinking about for so long. Everything I dreamed of

  • @christopherkaspar7821
    @christopherkaspar7821 4 місяці тому +3

    Thanks for sharing brother...

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  4 місяці тому

      Absolutely! Can’t wait to see how 2024 shapes up for you all!

  • @RHATHEN
    @RHATHEN 2 місяці тому +2

    Is the Wisephone 2 water resistant at the same level the new iPhones are? Less gimmicks hopefully means more room for perfection.

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  2 місяці тому +2

      Not sure! I'm sure specs are on the website! I would hope it's a bit waterproofed though I'm not around water all that much.

  • @ateam388
    @ateam388 12 днів тому +3

    Audio book and Spotify added to it would be cool.

  • @johnnydub237
    @johnnydub237 2 місяці тому +1

    Damn it's not available in Canada!! After watching your review I was hovering over the preorder button but damn that's a bummer.

  • @axlevace
    @axlevace Місяць тому +3

    It needs audio books and an eReader

  • @bravestarr19
    @bravestarr19 3 місяці тому +1

    Does the wisephone work in canada?

  • @thabisohlongwane9194
    @thabisohlongwane9194 21 день тому +2

    I have an app called minimalistic which is the same as the wise dumb phone 😂😂

  • @Aygross
    @Aygross 2 дні тому

    A moto g with a basic custom rom and launcher . Im not sure how i feel about this.

  • @danielmcdill
    @danielmcdill 3 місяці тому +17

    I definitely don't want to subscribe to use an operating system...$7 a month to use the OS?... Good idea though... Headed in a bad direction... Thanks for the review and awareness...

    • @juditmagdaleno8179
      @juditmagdaleno8179 2 місяці тому +2

      Oh nooo

    • @thefernwehbus
      @thefernwehbus 2 місяці тому +1

      It’s still cheaper than any other carrier with the is fee

    • @Shazwani-Iris
      @Shazwani-Iris 2 місяці тому +2

      ​@@thefernwehbus nahhh its too much

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  2 місяці тому

      Makes sense to me. It made them able to lower the price of the phone itself. You could look at it as a payment plan if you want, which most phones come with anyway through various carrier options.

    • @gotechless
      @gotechless 2 місяці тому +1

      We recognize that our model may not align with everyone's preferences, and that's perfectly fine. We believe it's the most suitable approach to ensure continuous maintenance and development while also prioritizing the security of your data and attention.

  • @indro999
    @indro999 Місяць тому +1

    Is that a motorola branded fingerprint scanner at 4:25?

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  Місяць тому

      Yes. Wisephone I is a motolora phone running wise OS. Wisephone II will be a brand new device made by techless.

  • @templar1694
    @templar1694 2 місяці тому +3

    The smartphone that elementary and high school campuses should only allowed to be carried by students.

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  2 місяці тому +2

      might be hard convincing some parents... but I AGREE!!

  • @rudiroose1992
    @rudiroose1992 15 днів тому +1

    I have a transition phone and a real phone for work .. works perfect

  • @rube3k969
    @rube3k969 4 дні тому

    A wallet function for bank cards would be good. I think i want Spotify and whatsapp as i use them daily but can see the argument for against these as they are distractions.

  • @ambersummer2685
    @ambersummer2685 3 місяці тому +2

    Can you find bus schedules in the map app?

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  2 місяці тому +1

      Good question! Maybe in the tool drawer on wisehpone II!

    • @gotechless
      @gotechless 2 місяці тому +3

      Not at this time. However, transit is on our list for apps to look into and we hope to eventually have some transportation apps approved for use in the Tool Drawer.

    • @ambersummer2685
      @ambersummer2685 2 місяці тому

      @@gotechless Ah so it’s just not in the maps app but in a separate app correct?
      Also thank you so much for answering my question. Saved me some time doing research lol.

    • @RHATHEN
      @RHATHEN 2 місяці тому

      @@gotechless If you guys perfect this phone you will be rich! good luck lads

    • @gotechless
      @gotechless 2 місяці тому

      ​@@ambersummer2685 The Wiesphone Maps Tool does not have Transit information but are looking at adding some 3rd party maps apps through the Tool Drawer that would include transit information for those who need it.

  • @gustawdaniel
    @gustawdaniel 2 місяці тому +1

    I love this idea, but problem is when I need to order bolt / uber, buy ticket to bus, find open hairdresser, split bill with friend in restaurant on revolt or add contact to google or receive email.

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  2 місяці тому

      Some of these I wouldn't think would be necessary like email! Personally! But, the second phone will have the tool drawer of apps the company vets. Some of these might be included!

  • @sirtinley-knot2944
    @sirtinley-knot2944 27 днів тому +1

    it looks terribly unresponsive as you are tapping it ... this killed it for me

  • @KrystaTaylor-Cabezas
    @KrystaTaylor-Cabezas Місяць тому +1

    Does it have a hotspot?

  • @Zoltarswim
    @Zoltarswim 26 днів тому +1

    I need a gallery!

  • @CajunCatguy
    @CajunCatguy 21 день тому +2

    Call, text, maybe photos. I miss my Nokia 2660 flip

  • @GrooveMcDuck
    @GrooveMcDuck 17 днів тому +1

    My biggest question is why is it so big? Without UA-cam, browser, or games, why shouldn't it then be more compact? That's sortve a deal breaker for me.

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  17 днів тому +2

      First gen? Battery? Looking at the photos you take with that big camera? I would assume it being first gen is the main reason.

  • @notsocameron
    @notsocameron 2 місяці тому +1

    bro could you tell me about a dumb phone that has Bluetooth and Spotify compatibility that is available in India ?

  • @whydopeoplealwayssayuhm
    @whydopeoplealwayssayuhm Місяць тому +1

    I wish they would include spotify. But I realize that they market this phone like other "dumb phones", which is "no ads". If they incorporate spotify, you'll experience ads as the consumer, even if you're a premium user or on a family plan. You'll experience ads from podcasts for sure. And non paying Spotify users would experience ads regularly throughout their session. So I'm not sure how they would please the consumer without compromising their purpose with this product.

  • @Jayfrmmia
    @Jayfrmmia 2 дні тому +1

    No Diddy this guy eyes white walker blue

  • @appa609
    @appa609 8 днів тому

    For adult children who have abandoned the concept of self control

  • @JudyCharisseGojar
    @JudyCharisseGojar 4 дні тому

    Put in messaging apps and music apps like spotify. And maybe maps.
    Those are essentials. SMS capable is limiting and who uses that now.

  • @realpixelronin
    @realpixelronin Місяць тому +2

    the only problem i found for this phones like "light phone" or the "wise phone" is the price!!!

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  Місяць тому

      Indeed! Little steep, but business is business i guess!

  • @gutembergmelo2254
    @gutembergmelo2254 12 днів тому +1

    Why i Will buy this if i can delet all app from my onw phone.

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  12 днів тому

      It’s about access

    • @WhyRequirePleaseAcquire
      @WhyRequirePleaseAcquire 2 дні тому

      @@SpencerScottPugh just give someone you know an access pin, tell them to make a screen time limit and lock on apps you dont want to use, then tell them to make it locked away. then you cant easily get on apps

  • @BenFarmerCreative
    @BenFarmerCreative 4 місяці тому +2

    I definitely think this Wisephone is a huge improvement over the lite phone. It seems to be an easier transition to the non-smart devices rather than a painful experience that will take weeks to get used to. I'll be interested to hear your review when the Wisephone II comes out, I think the idea of switching numbers for a weekend is great, and I wonder if there's a cost effective option to have that SIM card and not pay a monthly price for it and just get a "use it when you need it" type of card? Either way, I really like the concept of the phone and the company behind it, might not be a bad first phone for my son when he gets much older lol!

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  4 місяці тому +1

      100% I’ve got high hopes for this company! Thanks Ben!

  • @beararms6945
    @beararms6945 14 годин тому

    This is like my garmin instinct smart watch, everything you need without the pretty colors and stuff you'll never use, lol.. in settings is there a about phone or what its running? You could always unlock developer settings for more settings 😂

  • @bhoqeem1975
    @bhoqeem1975 3 місяці тому +2

    You could just simply use an android launcher I forget the name of to have exactly similar effect. Much cheaper that way.

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  2 місяці тому

      I've seen a few options out there for this concept!

  • @n.park1
    @n.park1 11 днів тому +1

    im watching this video from a nokia 2720 flip

  • @hellojohnnymac
    @hellojohnnymac 22 дні тому +1

    My list:
    Cellular
    Phone
    Text
    Working maps
    Spotify
    Offline music/audiobook player
    ChatGPT
    Sony Camera only on back with physical cover
    Eink display with high refresh
    Bluetooth
    Obsidian
    Signal
    Small size and lightweight
    Chi charging

  • @zedslimes
    @zedslimes 17 днів тому +1

    When this has WhatsApp and Spotify than shut up and take my money.

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  17 днів тому +1

      Keep watch in the tool drawer feature. They may add those apps!

  • @thebeautifulmessshow
    @thebeautifulmessshow 4 місяці тому +3

    Looks like you got Wiser.

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  4 місяці тому +2

      You could say that. Excited to upgrade to level II at some point 😁

    • @thebeautifulmessshow
      @thebeautifulmessshow 4 місяці тому +2

      @@SpencerScottPugh Nice. Curious to hear how this one goes for an extended test. So far it seems to be a wise decision.

  • @benjaminfogler347
    @benjaminfogler347 Місяць тому +1

    Great video! Heads up though, you audio is super echoey my man. Get a better mic or maybe soundproof your studio?

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  Місяць тому

      lol my mic wasn’t plugged in all the way… did the best I could with my camera audio 🤦‍♂️

  • @EmperorGilps
    @EmperorGilps 2 місяці тому +1

    This just looks like a smartphone with a dumbphone app activated.

  • @HerbyWoman
    @HerbyWoman 15 днів тому +1

    Can you send and receive GIFs on this?

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  14 днів тому +1

      Not sure if you can on the WP II but i know you cant send from WP I and didnt receive any yet from anyone so idk about receiving

  • @Curlzyness
    @Curlzyness Місяць тому +2

    I want a phone that would just give me access to Google, Google maps, Whatsapp and Spotify😢

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  Місяць тому

      Hmmm maybe find a particular launcher if you’re on android? Or an app and product like brick for iOS?

  • @stevenw5013
    @stevenw5013 2 місяці тому +2

    Wisephone forcing you sign up for a costly subscription through them is a nonstarter. EXTREMELY dumb move on their part

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  2 місяці тому

      It helps lower the cost of what would probably be another $1000 device. I see it as a built in payment plan. That and it helps the small team of developers continue their work on making it a great device and software over the coming years.

    • @stevenw5013
      @stevenw5013 2 місяці тому

      @@SpencerScottPugh Nah. The CHEAPEST plan, which comes with minimal data, is $25/month which adds up to $300/year. That means in two years time you've paid $600 for a plan that sucks compared to what you could get from Mint Mobile. You have to pay $70/month for mobile hotspot, an essential feature for many, which means you're paying more than $800 the first year alone. No matter how you slice it, this is a raw deal for most people. If they wanted to give people the OPTION of using their plan, like Light Phone does, that would be fine. But forcing people into it is scammy. Hell, if it really is to keep the cost of the phone down (which I sincerely doubt), give people the option to pay more to not be locked into these bad phone plans!

    • @stevenw5013
      @stevenw5013 2 місяці тому +1

      ​​@@SpencerScottPugh A payment plan eventually gets paid off; this plan forces you to pay in perpetuity. Plus, the cheapest plan is $24, and it's $70 to get mobile hotspot which many people, especially digital minimalists, would consider a necessity and that means you're paying almost $1,000 in the first year alone. Light Phone has a phone plan, but it's optional. That would have been fine, but forcing people into it is an atrociously bad deal. Only way I could see this being justified is if the phone were free.

    • @gotechless
      @gotechless 2 місяці тому

      Thanks for sharing your thoughts here. We understand that our approach may not suit everyone's preferences, and that's absolutely fine. Our goal is to ensure ongoing maintenance and development while prioritizing the security of your data and attention.

    • @renzokukenleneyoyo522
      @renzokukenleneyoyo522 16 днів тому +1

      Subscriptions help providers kick the can forever... seen it in video games seen it in services... Netflix has been increasing the costs but shittyfiying the service...
      Subscriptions end up being a ponzi of sorts... or vaporware.

  • @fcf8269
    @fcf8269 Місяць тому +1

    Sounds quite interesting but you didn't consider in the mix the 399 price for the phone AND the carrier cost... Because this phone works ONLY with their carrier service.
    In theory it is a great cause... Minimalism. In practice it is yet another company that is literally making money over people that can't put a lock on their devices and use a phone as a phone. Which I find borderline insulting because taking advantage of people that have no self control and go for "distraction free" devices (which are crippled devices on purpose...) is like to go after people with a gambling addiction with something that is aimed at taking advantage of their addiction.
    If the phone was just 399, I would say it is an interesting portable e-reader and a phone; but if you have to pay a fee just to use it as phone; then do yourself a favor, put your phone in silent mode and offline and start gaining control over your tech yourself, instead of give money to a company for a product you don't really need.

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  Місяць тому

      Gotta remember the company started with the goal of making safer phones for kids - those who should require supervision and can’t make those kinds of decisions for themselves, yet would like to have a great communication tool with modern tools.
      I hear you, but it’s not just for social media addicts or something.

    • @juliequates9529
      @juliequates9529 Місяць тому +1

      I really wish you didn't need their carrier!! Love the design though

  • @RHATHEN
    @RHATHEN 2 місяці тому +1

    I hope it can read QR codes. Restaurant menu's these days you know?

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  2 місяці тому

      That's a great point. Has to be a way to scan and view one url but not then be able to surf the web... not sure how they can attack that!

  • @ronin1914
    @ronin1914 Місяць тому +1

    Is the screen like an e-reader?

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  Місяць тому

      Regular screen!

    • @ronin1914
      @ronin1914 Місяць тому +1

      @@SpencerScottPugh oh well, wish list for the wise phone 3.

  • @jonathanbeaver4678
    @jonathanbeaver4678 29 днів тому +1

    No podcasts?

  • @markotomasevic8028
    @markotomasevic8028 2 місяці тому +2

    the future of dumb phones, or smart phones if you will, will be smart watches with eSIM. You just disable social media on it and thats it.

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  2 місяці тому

      Nice idea! I do wonder if and when we will ever trade in the flat glass in our pocket for some other device… hard to imagine!

    • @renzokukenleneyoyo522
      @renzokukenleneyoyo522 16 днів тому

      It would be a delight to wear a microwave device pegged to your skin 18h 7 days a week. Thankfully watches can't house a good antenna.

  • @oshpelowlow
    @oshpelowlow Місяць тому +5

    Why would a "dumbphone" have a 6.5" screen....

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  Місяць тому +2

      Why not? Is size what makes it dumb or smart? What if I wanna look at photos or videos of my kids on it? Don’t want it to have a 2 inch screen for that!

    • @cieralawson6541
      @cieralawson6541 16 днів тому +1

      It’s not really about the size of the phone but what the phone is capable of doing that is what matters to minimalist users and I’m happy I found this video about this phone! Thanks UA-camr!

  • @renzokukenleneyoyo522
    @renzokukenleneyoyo522 16 днів тому +1

    Why is there a blinking (I guess Infra red) led on the phone? Is it distracting?
    The final version does not seem to be offering a headphone jack... I like to short circuit my phone's mics when I am not using them... do not like without HP-J
    No uber? Kinda just want an e-ink phone with uber and maybe telegram.
    Oh and it requires a subscription? Nah, pass... BTW this felt more like a puff piece than an honest review, just being honest.

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  14 днів тому +1

      Thanks for the comment. Sorry it felt like a puff piece. I just really like the company and the product. Am i not allowed to talk highly of brands and products i like?

    • @renzokukenleneyoyo522
      @renzokukenleneyoyo522 14 днів тому +1

      @@SpencerScottPugh Just adding to the conversation... it is a public video I assumed you were open to less flattery comments and I was not rude was I? You do you man but that is what I explicitly used the word "FELT" my own personal subjective appreciation of the infomercial... I mean, review :)

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  14 днів тому +1

      lol we’re good brother!

  • @appa609
    @appa609 8 днів тому

    These are still smartphones. A dumb phone just makes calls.

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  8 днів тому

      So a flip phone is a smart phone since you can text?

  • @DocCypher
    @DocCypher 3 місяці тому +3

    If only it could use signal messenger.

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  3 місяці тому +1

      I think they might be considering a few messaging apps like this in their Tool Drawer idea.

    • @DocCypher
      @DocCypher 3 місяці тому +1

      Literally the only reason I’ve not bought any phone like this. Hopefully the Tool Drawer works out that way.

    • @gotechless
      @gotechless 2 місяці тому +1

      We hear you! Signal Messenger is being evaluated and could potentially be accessible through the Tool Drawer. We will be updating our website with more information about this feature and approved apps soon!

    • @DocCypher
      @DocCypher 2 місяці тому

      @@gotechless Would open up a lot of potential for folks that need a productivity happy medium. Look forward to seeing what you guys can get done.

  • @garyk2629
    @garyk2629 3 місяці тому +1

    I only ask for group texting and podcasts. This doesn't have podcasts. Not for me.

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  2 місяці тому

      It will with the tool drawer in Wisephone II :)

    • @gotechless
      @gotechless 2 місяці тому

      Your suggestion is fantastic, and we're actively working to meet it. Group texting is in the pipeline, and we're also exploring the possibility of adding a streaming podcast feature. While the Music Tool currently enables playlist curation and listening to downloaded podcast episodes, streaming functionality is a priority. We're searching for third-party apps that align with our commitment to healthy technology.

  • @b1_ferg
    @b1_ferg День тому

    No calendar, no deal. Womp womp

  • @joshgoonery
    @joshgoonery Місяць тому

    needs messeging apps like whatsapp to be useful in europe

  • @parawizard
    @parawizard Місяць тому +1

    Looks like this is going to require their proprietary phone plan. 100% nope.

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  Місяць тому

      Ah to each their own I suppose! I see it as a payment plan since the phone doesn't cost $1000

  • @ravshanrashidov
    @ravshanrashidov 2 місяці тому +2

    $399 is too expensive for this kinda phone, tbh

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  2 місяці тому

      Gen 1 product!

    • @gotechless
      @gotechless 2 місяці тому

      At what price point would you purchase Wisephone II, knowing that we will never sell your data and always fight to protect your attention?

    • @RHATHEN
      @RHATHEN 2 місяці тому

      @@gotechless Right now? 300. If you add the correct features 400.

    • @gotechless
      @gotechless 2 місяці тому

      @@RHATHEN Thanks for sharing! What features would you say you need to justify $400?

    • @RHATHEN
      @RHATHEN 2 місяці тому

      @@gotechless
      Features:
      - Water Resistance
      - Using satellites when you're outside of cellular and Wi-Fi coverage to share location in emergency.
      - Call and text
      - Wifi, Bluetooth and 4g
      - High Megapixel Camera and good at low lighting without flash needed
      - Capable of videos at least 60fps
      - Good photo editing
      - Reasonable storage capacity
      - Emergency Alerts (tornado, tsunami…)
      - Regulable super strong flashlight/torch (no need to carry flashlight at night)
      - Capable of scanning QR codes for things like restaurant menu's
      - Big battery life and swappable batteries replacement from your website
      - Fast and Reliable software specs which don’t overheat easily
      - Universal phone design that allows multiple case manufactures to provide great cases
      - Fast charging
      - Loud clear speakers
      - Gallery function on photos
      - Easy SOS feature
      - Wireless Charging
      - Dual SIM Capability
      - Privacy controls
      - Easy operating system so elders can use the phone
      - Reading mode or night mode
      - Capable of downloading music podcasts or books to the phone
      - A touchscreen that works when wet
      - Emoji’s
      - Text to Speech
      Most of these features are a must. I'm surely missing a few more features.
      App Recommendations:
      - Great navigation, maps and GPS
      - Reliable Weather Forecast
      - Calculator
      - Calendar
      - Alarm
      - Transportation apps
      - Notes (perhaps notion?)
      - Free form of global communication. Whatsap, Messenger, Facetime…
      - Spotify
      - Chatgtp
      - Shazam
      - Translator
      - Recorder
      - Dictionary
      For the apps, you guys could add a new one with every update once the product is released. So overtime the product would get only better and better keeping your customers happy and promoting customers to recommend your product whilst having time to think through on which apps to add.
      Ha! You guys should hire me.

  • @quchi7232
    @quchi7232 3 місяці тому +1

    At first I thought this was a Samsung budget phone.

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  2 місяці тому +1

      but then you realized it's going to be much, much better ;)

  • @Shubhajit99
    @Shubhajit99 2 дні тому

    Nice 23 min ad

  • @Oldasianguy
    @Oldasianguy 19 днів тому

    Too many people need too many things. This will never succeed. I want my banking apps. Others want music apps. Some want or need email. People just need to learn that a dumb phone with a few apps has always existed. People have no self control, and are therefore dumb themselves.

  • @nal004
    @nal004 Місяць тому

    This is so sick

  • @raf092pl
    @raf092pl Місяць тому +1

    Motorola with custom rom lol

  • @muba000
    @muba000 17 днів тому +1

    this was an Ad.

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  11 днів тому

      Can’t talk highly about products/companies I like?

  • @RHATHEN
    @RHATHEN 2 місяці тому +1

    Collab with Notion?

    • @RHATHEN
      @RHATHEN 2 місяці тому +1

      rhathen's idea. mention?

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  2 місяці тому

      lol I'm already an affiliate... just not sure what I want to make a video on!

    • @RHATHEN
      @RHATHEN 2 місяці тому

      @@SpencerScottPugh What about Techless's wisephone 2 making a collaboration with Notion? Notion is notes but a million times better. Perhaps notion could be their notes?

  • @b1llygo4t
    @b1llygo4t Місяць тому

    So it's just another os

  • @Silversqueeze2025
    @Silversqueeze2025 3 місяці тому +1

    Can you play games on it

  • @aguafria9565
    @aguafria9565 2 місяці тому +1

    Why do they make them with such large screens, it should be smaller, it should have a keyboard!

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  2 місяці тому

      Good point… idk how I feel about going back to the physical keyboard, but for sure different sizes would be great - especially for kiddos! We will see if they do this in the coming years! V1 is always a big challenge and I think it looks fantastic for a first attempt at bat!

    • @gotechless
      @gotechless 2 місяці тому +2

      We totally get where you're coming from! Finding a manufacturer to shrink down our phone to iPhone SE levels is like searching for a needle in a haystack while blindfolded. But hey, we've got our magnifying glasses out and we're on the hunt. In all seriousness though, it is quite the challenge to find a manufacturer that will take us on as a relatively small company - we're still growing and working hard to expand our capabilities though. Keep holding onto the dream and checking in with us. Also, Wisephone does have an onscreen keyboard to text from. Cheers!

  • @alexgarcia-ug9zk
    @alexgarcia-ug9zk 13 днів тому +1

    is this a paid ad ? be so real

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  13 днів тому

      lol they didn’t pay me, but I did get to talk with the CEO and our values align really closely. Really like the company and I am really excited to see what the WP II is like!

  • @NocarzFalk
    @NocarzFalk День тому

    For me this is bascially useless. I need Google Play, because I need my transit and banking apps. I also want to have spotify. This is just a shitty smartphone, nothing wise about it.

  • @marcokrautwald1886
    @marcokrautwald1886 Місяць тому

    i need whats app are these dumb phone makers stupid. whats app is not addictive. its like lieferando or amazon wich are also a must

  • @OriginalYTBR
    @OriginalYTBR 3 місяці тому +2

    You can just literally delete your apps on your current phone for minimalization. Why buy another?

    • @Shmoseph
      @Shmoseph 3 місяці тому +10

      Because the itch to redownload will always be there

    • @SpencerScottPugh
      @SpencerScottPugh  2 місяці тому +5

      Exactly. It's setting hard boundaries! Modern phones and apps are masters at addiction and rabbit holes to sell us more stuff and keep us consuming. This allows for complete walls to such things.

    • @gotechless
      @gotechless 2 місяці тому

      We know that Wiesphone is not for everyone. If you are someone who can simply install the apps you need without worrying about installing others or getting sucked into hours of screen time, then we say go for it!
      Most people switching to Wiesphone, however, are looking for a phone that actually takes these things into consideration. Let’s face it, tech companies want you on your phone constantly and strategize ways to keep you there. Techless wants to change that and instead create a phone that gives you the tools you need and nothing you don’t, so you can worry less about your screen time and live more fully in the world around you!

  • @DanD_1
    @DanD_1 14 днів тому

    People dont be stupid: dont buy a nokia at price of 400 USD