AGM M9 Dumbphone Review

[@themccaffreybros]

the "escape worst things on the internet" is EXACTLY why i got this phone. thanks for the review, youre getting a like😉

[@CinHalCedHerChance]

3:24 timestamps people

[@möth39E]

how have you liked this phone?

[@themccaffreybros]

@@möth39E its fine. has it flaws but works

[@RikoRik33]

Been looking for dumbphone for ages that's not 500$+, this is perfect.

[@MachAvasa]

Thank you for this, Jose! I recently bought an AGM M6. I almost bought the M9 due to the price tag alone, but I ultimately got the M6 simply because I knew what I was paying for. I wanted a rugged phone that was disconnected from the internet that would stand up to trips in the woods. I sounds like the two phones aren't so different. The M9 does look better to me. I don't imagine anything will break on my M6 anytime soon, but I'll buy the M9 next time. Thanks for this video, once again.

[@tuckercase2449]

The M7 caused me all kinds of problems. Does the M6 text reasonably well?

[@MachAvasa]

I mean, every once and a while the T9 makes me scratch my head. Honestly, that's just operator error most of the time that happens to me, lol. Typically, I don't have a lot of problems with it.@@tuckercase2449

[@atommo918]

@@tuckercase2449 I use an M6 myself and the predictive texting is nice, my only gripe is the buttons are plastic rather than rubber, which means sometimes they aren't detected when pressed. Can be a little frustrating finding a press hasn't been registered, then going back to correct it. I think in the grand scheme of things, the M9 looks functionally the same as the M6 (latest M6 firmware removed the web browser from it so they really are functionally the same). The key differences are: - M6 has massive speaker - M6 has 2500mAh battery vs M9's 1000mAh - M9 has 3.5mm audio jack, M6 only has USB-C with an included 3.5mm USB C adapter. - M9 looks cheaper than the M6, presumably because it lacks the massive speaker and bigger battery. Personally I'd lean more towards the M9 myself if I hadn't already got the M6. I think I'd prefer the rubber buttons, which would likely be more responsive for texting.

[@281cu6]

@@tuckercase2449 I have the M7 as well. Hate the text messaging, but at least it does do group text.

[@Tanuem]

Had this for a couple of months now, and honestly it's brilliant, I've felt the battery lasts as well as I'd need it to (charge for a couple of hours every couple of days, but it never dies on me), and the lack of WhatsApp is actually a good thing - less distraction while out and about, but just have the app on a tablet or pc at home. It also forces you to interact with people and the world more, and we need that.

[@ciceronpoincare]

Hey, I'm looking forward to get this phone as well as it fits all my needs and not more but I'm still wondering if you could actually receive MMS or just send it ? Bc that might be a deal breaker ...

[@Tanuem]

@ciceronpoincare in my experience it doesn't seem to work? Mms i mean, the phone is great otherwise :D

[@riflemanm16a2]

I appreciate the review. I thought I was going to have to buy an expensive Sunbeam to get a dumb phone that works well. I’ve never had a smart phone and have been using whatever AT&T’s cheapest flip or candybar was since 2005, but when 4G became mandatory, I was stuck with the u102aa (Cingular Flip IV), which is the worst phone I’ve ever used: keys either didn’t respond or they double clicked, the predictive text was laughably bad, and the software was very buggy and slow. I switched to Mint Mobile and had to get an unlocked phone, and, so far the AGM M9 is perfect: fast and has absolutely nothing extra that I don’t need!

[@joleneMailloux-x4b]

How do I remove the passcode? I must have made a mistake putting it in because I am now locked out

[@Banzo_]

You can also hold the "0" button to turn on/off flashlight

[@SethComire]

Great review. I've been using this phone for a few days now and here are some things I discovered. First, to switch between different text/typing modes, press the # and scroll down until you see the one you want. Second, there is no lock screen pin. You can only set certain apps to require a pin to access them, not the phone itself. Third, when I tried pairing this phone to my 2024 Subaru Outback, it failed. The phone and car see each other and when the connection is attempted, the phone gives an error message saying the Outback is no longer visible. Fourth, I really wish this phone had physical buttons to adjust the volume without having to go into the menu. Otherwise, it's a great phone, especially for the cost. I am trying a digital detox for 2025 and switching to a 'dumb' phone like this one was my first step. I'm in the USA on Mint Mobile and it works perfectly.

[@michaeldhondt368]

Just ordered one looking at the bands it appears the us version will work on every carrier here in canada except freedom mobile so its probably a better buy for us here. Hopefully I am correct on this and it will work without issues here.

[@MilanMatijevic-lp1yb]

Hello. I bought this phone, and after fully charging it, I could not figure out how to turn it on. I've tried to press all the buttons, and nothing works. Can you please tell me how to turn it on and get past the battery screen? Thank you.

[@JoseBriones]

End call key. Keep it pressed

[@vanillainfusion]

Joe, what have you done with Jose?!

[@vova_md]

Hello from Ukraine! Great review! Thank you for your work!!

[@BenFenner]

Love the FM Radio, and many other things about this. It would be close to perfect for me if they removed the camera, and the text message capability. ;) As it stands, I'm still stuck on my Sunbeam F1 Dandelion which ticks more boxes for me, but I wish it were a small candybar instead of a huge flip.

[@michaeldhondt368]

I too needed a phone without a camera, I ended up paying the hefty price for the punkt mp02 I really like it but would love a music player and especially a FM radio. I also like a small candy bar style

[@whelp4752]

Do you think this phone/company is secure? Wondering if it sends any info after you turn it on or put a sim in it. Been looking for a "dumb" phone like this but after doing some research I'm a little worried about using these type of phones. Easyfone is another one.

[@voyager4328]

Hi Jose, Can the theme be changed from White, thanks man...👍

[@tylerpoe8628]

Can you use the basic camera for QR code scanning and/or online banking deposits via browser?

[@JoseBriones]

No

[@DragonOracleSpeaks]

Bought one, how do you set up a pin?

[@JoseBriones]

Settings and security

[@FrankyDacat]

Anyone know where batteries can be purchased for the M9?

[@xaithful]

wondering what the use case is for this vs M6. Why chose m9 over m6?

[@JoseBriones]

It's more compact

[@johngaller278]

Does anyone know of a phone that only makes calls and texts ? Maybe an FM radio and a calculator? I want a phone with absolutely no apps.

[@JoseBriones]

This one. The AGM M9

[@johngaller278]

​@@JoseBrionesThanks... I saw the red icon with arrow and assumed it was a utoob app

[@tomlebomb]

Does it have a notes application?

[@dongunderson9352]

How do you open it to put in battery & sim card?

[@annetteblavier289]

Bonjour, comment faire pour programmer la numérotation rapide des 9 touches? Merci

[@leefisher4720]

How to install battery?

[@JamesTate-y5y]

Got it yesterday, love how fast it is. It seems to not receive group mms well, and isn't able to reply to the group. Jose do you know if it's unable to do so or is there a setting I couldn't find? I'd love to use this but that's a deal breaker for me, as I get lots of those texts every day for work.

[@JoseBriones]

Check your settings. Maybe you need to change your APN settings for it tow rok

[@jamesnkaceytate8993]

@@JoseBriones Does it need a micro sd to store mms for that to work? It said something about not being able to download /store mms.

[@jamesnkaceytate8993]

This seems to merely receive group mms, with some effort I can see the phone numbers of the other people in the group besides the sender, but cannot reply to everyone without creating a new mms every time. Any way to just reply to the group?

[@JoseBriones]

Sadly no way to reply seamlessly unless you add a subject to the Group MMS text

[@JamesTate-y5y]

I'm fine with that, used to use a Nokia 6300, but it didn't seem to work here. Any way you could demo that? =D

[@ribos9047]

Thanks for the review. I was wondering if it can display the time and/or missed calls and messages when the screen is locked?

[@JoseBriones]

It will show you the time and communication notifications without having to unlock the phone. You just have to wake the phone

[@pmusic6414]

Is there a way to disable voicemail directly from the phone?

[@marychamery]

jak długo działa bateria ? wytrzyma 7 dni bez ładowania ?

[@nonconformingjenn]

Here’s a dumb question-is there a specific size of Sim card that goes in here? I’ve tried every which way to put in my old card from my old phone. 😅of all the videos, no one shows putting in or taking out their SIM card.

[@JoseBriones]

It's nano SIM card size

[@nonconformingjenn]

@@JoseBriones that doesn’t actually help me lol but I did finally find a video of them putting one in. Thanks anyway!

[@bknapp81]

Hey thanks so much for the video, do you know how to change the ringtone and text notifications?

[@falconeer1808]

How do u do text messaging? Not 3 type

[@JoseBriones]

Some devices have it enabled under options when you are typing a message. Others have it with the * or # key to select predictive text.

[@kase9165]

Does it hold two sims + sd card simultaneously? And can you connect it with bluetooth headphones?

[@JoseBriones]

No. You have to choose for SIM or SD. Bluetooth works.

[@roris5882]

That looks just like my crappy track phone from back in the day. It's a simple design so it's probably practical for people that just use their phones to call and text.

[@catlady27]

Does this one have gps navigation?

[@JoseBriones]

No

[@catlady27]

@@JoseBriones aw, thank you though!

[@pmusic6414]

Will this phone work on Red Pocket? Red Pocket uses T-Mobile's network.

[@JoseBriones]

It should!

[@pmusic6414]

@@JoseBriones Thanks. I confirmed that it does work with Red Pocket.

[@factsnfeatures]

Does it work on MetroPCS in the US? They run off T-Mobile networks.

[@JoseBriones]

It should

[@nathanpettey7568]

Does this have wificalling?

[@danpowell6962]

Great review! Does it have GPS or group texting?

[@JoseBriones]

No GPS. Functional group texts.

[@roris5882]

Gov't Tracking is mandatory

[@Ryanx512]

does it have hotspot

[@JoseBriones]

No

[@markhagedorn8605]

I got this phone, and would like to know where I can go for a thorough tutorial for a tech-illiterate like myself

[@andresdf1]

sabes que sistema operativo tiene el teléfono?

[@JoseBriones]

ThreadX

[@alexandru5875]

sorry but I'm from Europe, so here are the questions: why are not working phones in US, you refer a lot to T-mobile, eventually for basic phones who are running on 2G or 3G network , is the tech so advance? that device required some kind of magic tech , is necessary to made 3 version of the same dumbphone?

[@JoseBriones]

A lot of phones don’t work in the US because 2G and 3G are shut down. The reason they made 2 versions is because it’s hard to make 1 that works everywhere.

[@_MR.UNKN0WN_]

Hi sir, What did they say bout Ratio?

[@JoseBriones]

Nothing so far. I am not expecting any response.

[@badgethefarmer]

Hi Jose. How much sms messages can this hold? Thank you.

[@JoseBriones]

About 300 from the specs I read.

[@田中太郎-s5h9x]

Which one is better, M8 or M9??

[@JoseBriones]

They are the same. The only different is the shape

[@rabbi.rahman]

Looks good. I wanted to ask you brother, is there a black and white button phone from a good reliable brand?? @Jose

[@JoseBriones]

Not at the moment.

[@KorraOfTheCreek]

I’ve literally been charging my AGM M9 for 5 days straight and it hasn’t even turned on. I starts off with a battery logo with a green bar going then a fully green colored bar with a charge sign in it. Bought from Amazon. So far not so good

[@MilanMatijevic-lp1yb]

Same here, and I cannot find how to get through it.

[@namdinh1540]

does it have a web browser?

[@JoseBriones]

Not a usable one. It's really not usefull.

[@jimmycashhhh]

it might not be "useful" but it is more than capable

[@icespeaker81]

@@jimmycashhhh If you were in a pinch and HAD to watch a youtube video, read an article for a medical emergency, or even access a simple map like MapQuest, could you? Thnaks!

[@JalisaEldridge]

Does is have tethering capabilities???

[@JoseBriones]

It does not

[@fifirio7680]

Important!🆘️ I need your help! Can't find location as to where to find my phone number on phone! I wrote down my phone number but lost paper! Please HELP! THANK-YOU so much for your help ... very much appreciated!

[@king0vdarkness]

there must be a way to bypass to download whatsapp...

[@JoseBriones]

No. There is not

[@king0vdarkness]

@@JoseBriones yep, I emailed them to check too... oh well

[@nellaiseemai]

Nice and short review. Can i install whatsapp and google maps? It looks like I can't. Just wanted to confirm. Thanks.

[@JoseBriones]

You cannot

[@mhirst16]

I was able to find this phone on Ebay brand new for $25. I'm glad I didn't pay a penny more for it, because in my opinion, it's not that great. Even though it's supposed to be made for the US, it's still missing a bunch of bands, like 66. When on phone calls, I experience the other person breaking up like it's the early 2000's again. And this is in the part of my city with the most cell network coverage...I haven't tested it further out, I bet it'd be even worse! I just don't understand why these Chinese phone manufacturers always leave out bands....come on! ESPECIALLY if you're making a device that's MEANT FOR THE UNITED STATES...give us all the bands! How much more could it POSSIBLY COST to make a phone that has every single US band and maybe even worldwide like the iPhone? Oh, and the battery is terrible. Standby time is good, but making phone calls drains the battery quicker than it should. I really wanted to like this phone, and I think overall it's a solid effort, but AGM needs to add more network bands, and the phone needs a larger battery than 1000mAh. For some people this device might work, but you just don't know until after you've spent money on it.

[@SproutyPottedPlant]

Got mine ordered, I tried to like my Cat S22, bought Big launcher and the old T9 for it but Android is just so stupid and behaves like Windows and is so inconsistent! It has tiny text in places also and it has Google bloat preinstalled, very non RTOS like! Time is ticking on my ancient 2G Samsung. I think I will like this one better 👍🌱

[@ЮрийСевер-т4ж]

Плохой обзор.

[@JoseBriones]

Ok

[@roris5882]

I don't speak Ancient Phoenician.

[@Phillip-t1v]

Zero - can't put the battery in-total fail for your review -dismal.