I recently purchased the HONOR Magic V3 alongside the Magic Pen, with hopes of enhancing my productivity, especially for document signing and note-taking. The Magic V3 is a strong performer with a great display, but there are a few areas where it hasn’t quite met my expectations.
Document Signing and Stamping Experience
A key reason for opting for the Magic V3 was the ability to sign documents directly on the phone, something I’ve found challenging. My workflow requires me to sign multiple documents, and ideally, I would like each document to have a unique, handwritten signature. This process has proven to be tricky, as I haven’t been able to find a suitable app on Android (or even iOS) that allows for this level of flexibility. Signing directly on the Magic V3 with the Magic Pen lacks the fluidity I was hoping for.
Additionally, I often need to stamp documents using a digital name stamp. This adds another layer of complexity to the process, as finding software that allows me to sign and stamp documents easily, all in one go, has been difficult. Whether I’m using Android or iOS, no app so far has met both of these requirements. A solution that combines these features—unique signatures for each document and the ability to apply a digital stamp—would be a game changer.
Note-taking Experience
The handwriting experience on the Magic V3, particularly with Evernote, was also a bit of a letdown. It feels less responsive compared to Apple Notes on the iPad. I’ve since switched to Microsoft OneNote, which offers better syncing capabilities across devices, allowing me to streamline my workflow. Migrating my notes from Evernote and Apple Notes to OneNote has helped to create a more cohesive system for managing my notes.
Android Auto vs. Apple CarPlay
In terms of integration with my car, I noticed that Android Auto feels less polished compared to Apple CarPlay. I’ve experienced issues like erratic volume control while using Android Auto, which interrupts the experience, making me miss the smoother interface of CarPlay.
Final Thoughts
The HONOR Magic V3 is an impressive device in many ways, but for users like myself who need a seamless process for signing and stamping documents, it falls short. The Magic Pen is functional but doesn’t offer the precision or flexibility needed for these tasks. Finding a robust app that allows me to sign each document with a unique signature and apply a digital stamp remains a challenge on both Android and iOS. Despite these limitations, the device itself performs well, and I’ll continue searching for better software solutions to suit my needs.
