RetroBoard - T9 Watch Keyboard 4+
Classic Feature Phone Typing
Adam Foot
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- Free
- Offers In-App Purchases
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Description
Type messages on your Apple Watch using a T9 style keyboard with RetroBoard.
Typing messages on Apple Watch can be chore - Scribble doesn't always work and Dictation isn't great in public spaces. With RetroBoard, you get a classic T9 keyboard straight on your wrist, no awkward typos necessary!
By adding a T9 keyboard to your Apple Watch, you can reply to iMessages quickly and privately. Autocorrect and smart text predictions quickly ensures what you type is accurate and makes sense.
RetroBoard contains these great features:
T9 KEYBOARD
Add a T9 keyboard to your Apple Watch.
Keys are easy to press and brings back the classic typing experience.
SENDING
RetroBoard uses the built-in Apple Messages app on your Apple Watch to send messages to your contacts. Type out your message, tap the send button and you’ll be taken to the Messages app with your message ready to go! There's support for the Apple Mail app too so you can emails all from your wrist!
SUGGESTIONS
As you’re typing, you can complete words using the suggestions bar above the keys.
Tap on a suggestion to replace the current typed word with the full suggestion. Great for improving speed on the small screen!
Access all suggestions by tapping the ellipsis icon next to the first suggestions.
AUTOCORRECT (T9)
Whilst typing, RetroBoard will make suggestions based on the keys pressed - just like predictive text.
OTHER CHARACTERS
RetroBoard has full support for adding symbols, numbers and other special characters.
EMOJI
RetroBoard supports adding an unlimited amount of emoji to a single message! Simply tap the emoji icon to get started and pick from Apple’s library, or one of your most recently used ones.
THEMES
Customize the look and feel of your keyboard with support for themes.
MESSAGE PREVIEW
Before sending your message, just tap the text field to view a full preview of your message.
HAPTICS
Choose to receive Haptic Feedback on actions like key presses and button actions.
COMPLICATION
For quick and easy access, you can add the RetroBoard Complication to your Watch Face. Just tap and the keyboard will launch.
CURSOR
Whilst typing on the keyboard, you can see exactly where you are with the pulsing blue cursor. Use the Digital Crown to move the cursor's position.
SETTINGS
Customize RetroBoard your way.
Access the Settings menu by using the options button on the keyboard and you’ll be able to change the theme and toggle auto correct, suggestions & more.
If you like this app, I’d really appreciate it if you could take the time to leave a positive review! Having issues? Please get in touch:
Email: support@adamfoot.dev
Website: https://adamfoot.dev
Please note, a supported Apple Watch is required for full app functionality. RetroBoard supports sending messages via SMS & iMessage through the Messages app or email through the Mail app. Some features may require a RetroBoard+ subscription which can be purchased in the app. You can cancel at anytime.
Terms: https://adamfoot.dev/terms-of-use
What’s New
Version 4.2.3
In this update:
- Added a tip jar.
- Other bug fixes & improvements.
If you like this app, I’d really appreciate it if you could take the time to leave a positive review! Having issues? Please get in touch:
Email: support@adamfoot.dev
Website: https://adamfoot.dev
Ratings and Reviews
Probably the best t9 for a watch
I really like the t9 feature. I purchased the bundle just in case I’d want a full keyboard as well. The only downside is there no true t9 prediction. If I didn’t have to hit each key multiple times to scroll through letters it would be awesome
Developer Response ,
Hi,
This feature is now available! Please update to the latest version and consider updating your review.
Thanks,
Adam
This does not replace the main keyboard
Its unfortunately an Apple issue, and doubly so as the app makes for a fantastic keyboard. If Apple ever pulls allows third party keyboards I will btw this immediately, but I cannot recommend this until then.
Um wow, not very impressive
Did I just pay for this? Immediately, I regret that choice. The T9 version doesn’t work like the old phones did by predicting text. Not sure what this version does actually except take my money.
The other app, well that stinks as well. The watch just isn’t meant for a full keyboard. The touch sensitivity on an iwatch screen isn’t that detailed. Well, that is what I assume based on how poorly this app works on my watch.
The surprising thing is that this app was recommend from then apple news feed that I receive in my email. Time to unsubscribe to that nonsense as well.
Developer - you seem to be onto something. I certainly was hoping. Refine it and make it work.
App Privacy
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Information
- Seller
- Adam Foot
- Size
- 14.6 MB
- Category
- Productivity
- Compatibility
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- iPhone
- Requires iOS 15.0 or later.
- iPod touch
- Requires iOS 15.0 or later.
- Apple Watch
- Requires watchOS 8.0 or later.
- Languages
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English
- Age Rating
- 4+
- Copyright
- © 2019 Adam Foot
- Price
- Free
- In-App Purchases
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- RetroBoard+ (Yearly) $4.99
- RetroBoard+ (Lifetime) $19.99
- RetroBoard+ (Monthly) $0.99
- Medium Tip $4.99
- Huge Tip $19.99
- Large Tip $9.99
- Small Tip $1.99
Supports
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Family Sharing
Some in‑app purchases, including subscriptions, may be shareable with your family group when Family Sharing is enabled.