Astrohaus Freewrite Smart Typewriter 3rd Gen, Distraction-Free writing tool with Frontlit E Ink Display, Mechanical Keyboard, and Wi-Fi Cloud Syncing

Okay, so I enjoyed the few minutes that used the Freewrite, nice keyboard, simple to use. The reason for only a few minutes use; was due to three areas on the unit where the paint had bubbled and in places had completely come off, revealing the aluminium chassis below. The bare areas had the tell tale signs of aluminum corrosion, a sort of white powdery appearance, bearing in mind this was a brand new shrink wrapped item for £640, I have it packed up ready for a UPS collection back. Now I seriously considered another purchase, but there's a good chance that Amazon's units are all the same, and as I have been charged, and won't see me refund for a week, I'm in no hurry to spend another £640, as I'll probably end up with another duff paint quality unit, I have informed the EU Freewrite office and they were interested in seeing the pics, so all I can say check your unit carefully if buying from amazon and just be aware my returned unit will more than likely end up in the Amazon warehouse at a greatly reduced price or maybe not. Other than that, it is a nice experience if you want that analogue touch...

I am open to adjusting my review over time if circumstances change.I purchased this device a month ago. It arrived broken after 20 days. Out of the box, the keyboard seemed disconnected, and I couldn’t even start drafting. The packaging was immaculate, so the fault must have occurred during or before shipping—likely due to inadequate quality checks (especially after days of the status reading “preparing for shipping… preparing…”).I was assured they would dispatch a replacement before receiving the broken one. You’d think they would prioritise my exchange, wouldn’t you? Yet here I am, still waiting for the replacement, even though the return package is almost at their office.Their communication has been inconsistent, vague, detached, and frankly frustrating. The phone number on their website seems to be a facade, as no one ever answered during the 12 times I called.I feel disappointed, infuriated, and scammed—like I’ve been cheated and mocked for spending my money on a defective product.When will this ordeal end?Be aware: things might go smoothly for some, and when they do, the product could be amazing. However, if something goes wrong, it’s a nightmare. I wouldn’t wish this experience upon anyone.PS: If anyone can help me, please. If my experience can help anyone, I would know at the very least I have not lost all this money for nothing.

Had this a couple of years now, on and off with using it, however recently I've tried to get back to using it as the = symbol just types itself with no prompt. It's unusable now.Have tried contacting them but hearing dozens of reports of the exact same issue and no responsibility taken by the manufacturer.It's a lot of money for something that breaks easily and they take a "hot and run" approach to getting your money.

I've been using my freewrite traveller for over a year now, and I took the leap to the Smart Typewriter because the distraction ethos really resonated with me. I LOVE my vintage typewriters, I tend to draft on them, be creative on them, and write poetry and thoughts. I thought I would do the same on this but I don't. I use this in a much more productive way, I create. When I write, the 'click-clack' keys draw me in, I can write my non-fiction books or documents for work with reference material around me, focusing on two things, reading & evaluating my resources, and then typing my words. I still transfer all this across to my Mac to do the editing, and that's ok as the book or article is in need of that stage.The product is well made, works, no fussing, and "feels" wonderful. I purchased the extra carry case which I can not recommend enough to keep it all safe.

Ever since a good friend and fellow published author told me about this modern day electronic typewriter, I lusted after one. Until recently I couldn't afford one. Now at last I can once again write distraction free...