Wisephone II
Smartphone hardware with the internet locked out
Typical price$399+ $14.99/mo OS
What it replacesSocial media and the browser. You keep a great camera, maps and messaging.
Typical retail price as of 2026-11-10. Prices change, so the retailer's price at checkout is the one that counts. The retailer handles shipping and returns.
Wisephone runs Techless's locked-down WiseOS on Samsung hardware. You get a modern camera and maps with no browser or social apps. A trusted adult can toggle features from a web portal, which makes it popular for teens.
Why it's trending
Vice includes it in its best dumb phones roundup as the smartphone-like option. Source
Good to know
- Samsung Galaxy A17 5G hardware running WiseOS
- No browser or social media. Features toggle from a web portal
- WiseOS subscription required: $14.99/mo on your own carrier, or Techless plans from $24.99/mo
- $39 activation fee
- 50MP main camera, 128GB + microSD
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