Features & Capabilities

Doesn't work on X, Xs, Xs Max. Doesn't include T9.

Keyboard from old fashioned cell phones. You could use it to persuade old folks to finally switch to iPhone or by yourself if it's cozier for you then QWERTY.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App
By:
panRobotics
Version:
1.0 Last updated: 2015-02-04
Version code:
837152188
Creation date:
2015-02-04
Compatible devices:
Size:
1.63MB
Price:
8
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Apple Apps Store
Data ingested on:
2026-06-07
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Developed by:
panRobotics
Apple Apps Store
https://apps.apple.com/cn/app/retro-keyboard/id948247381?l=en-GB

User Reviews

Users frequently praise the app for its nostalgic, retro texting vibe and its visually appealing, iPhone-like design. Some reviewers also find the nine-key layout straightforward and functional. However, the major complaints are that it lacks T9/predictive text, disappointing many who expected auto-texting, and that on several iPhone models the keyboard fails to display fully, cutting off parts of the layout. Overall, feature gaps and screen-fit issues are the dominant drawbacks.
Pros
  • Nostalgia/retro vibe for texting
  • Visually appealing, with an iPhone-like theme
  • Nine-key layout is straightforward and functional for some users
Cons
  • No T9/predictive text, disappointing for users expecting auto-texting
  • Screen display issues on certain iPhone models (XS/XR/X) causing partial keyboard display
Recent reviews
I got this keyboard thinking it would do T9 auto texting, it does not.
by cd*****, 2019-07-04

Doesn’t work for my iPhone XS. Only shows half the screen.
by Jo*****, 2019-04-05

Keyboard does not fit my XR screen. Pretty disappointed.
by ag*****, 2019-01-19
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