# Slideboard Keyboard for Watch

> For iMessage

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1495708683](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1495708683)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1495708683`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Andrey Savkin
- **Category:** Utilities
- **Rating:** 3.60 / 5 (137 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.8
- **Last updated:** 2020-10-06
- **First published:** 2020-01-28
- **Size:** 2.52 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-22
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/slideboard-keyboard-for-watch/id1495708683)
- **Website:** [https://vk.com/slideboard\_ios](https://vk.com/slideboard_ios)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://vk.com/@slideboard\_ios-terms-of-service-slideboard](https://vk.com/@slideboard_ios-terms-of-service-slideboard)

## Description

Slideboard Keyboard for Watch is a full QWERTY iMessage keyboard designed for Apple Watch. It supports multilingual layouts, emoji, and a built-in text preview, making it easier to compose and send messages directly from your wrist. Features include contact selection and tactile (haptic) feedback for a responsive typing experience.

Note: requires watchOS 6.1 or newer. If the app doesn't appear on your watch after installation, update watchOS and install via the iPhone Watch app or locate the app in the Watch App Store and install there.

## Rankings

- #132,348 — Overall

## Review summary

Most reviews are positive about the concept and feel of the app, with users expressing satisfaction and praise. However, a significant number report it not functioning, with issues downloading or using after purchase. Compatibility with older Apple Watch OS versions is a common obstacle. Overall, the app is seen as promising but inconsistent in practice.

### Pros

- Strong positive sentiment and overall user satisfaction (many reviews express love and approval)
- App functionality is reported as working for some users (appears to function that way for certain people)
- Positive first impression of design/feel (mentions that it looks and sounds good)
- Appreciation for developers (thanks and praise to the creators)

### Cons

- Not working or unusable for many users (multiple reviews say it doesn’t work)
- Charges incurred but access is not delivered (paid but cannot use/install)
- Compatibility constraints with Apple Watch OS (requires 6.0+; may not run on older watches)

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1495708683)