Frequently Asked Questions
General
What is Joy?
Joy is the smart photo album - a storytelling device that lives in your home and connects you with your family near or far. With technology like VoiceNotes, slideshow and wireless charging, Joy reimagines the way families communicate around the photo, videos and stories of their lives.
What comes in the box?
Joy Photo Album, Wireless Charging Stand, Power Cable, Quick Start Guide, Dusting Cloth
Will I need wifi to operate it?
Wifi connection is necessary to keep all your photos and videos up-to-date.
Do I have to back-up the Joy Photo Album or does it back-up automatically?
Don’t worry, Joy will always keep a copy of your album contents backed up to our cloud service. You can also download photos and videos using the app if you prefer to keep a local copy.
Can I download photos from Joy?
Yes, you can download photos and videos via the app.
Is there a fee for cloud storage?
With Joy you can purchase cloud storage for your photos and video files.
Membership plans cost:
- £2.99/mo for 2GB
- £4.99/mo for 100GB
- £9.99/mo for 1TB
Is sound built into the Joy Photo Album?
Yes, we have built in speakers so you can enjoy watching your videos on the Joy Photo Album.
What files types does Joy support?
Joy supports jpeg, png, mov, mp4, raw, and panorama images at this time.
Can someone send photos to a Joy Photo Album user if they don't have a Joy Photo Album themselves?
If you don't have the Joy Photo Album, you can still share photos and videos using the Joy app. That's because every Joy Photo Album and Joy Account is associated with a Joy user’s email address. How it works: Using the Joy App, select photos and a title to create the album, cc: the Joy Photo Album user's email address, and the photos will instantly appear in your Joy App and your friend’s Joy Photo Album and Joy App as well.
Technology
How do I charge the Joy Photo Album?
Just place the Joy Photo Album upright on either side of the Joy dual-angle wireless charging stand. The device attaches to the stand by magnet and a charge indicator confirms that it is actively charging.
What are the technical specifications for the Joy Photo Album?
- Dimensions: 10.1" x 8" x 0.4" (256 mm x 203 mm x 10 mm)
- Weight: 1kg
- Connectivity: 802.11b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi
- Audio: Stereo Speakers
Orders and Shipping
What countries do you ship to?
UK only at this time, but we hope to ship across Europe soon! Join our international waitlist to be the first to know when we're available in your country.
What is the cancellation/refund policy?
Joy allows for a 30 day cancellation period from delivery of the device.
Is there a warranty on the product?
Your Joy purchase includes 1 year limited warranty and service.
How do I receive my reward after referring someone?
Rewards will come in the form of an Amazon e-gift certificate via email. If you don't receive an email as a result of a successful referral please email hello@joy.co
Why not a tablet?
Traditional Tablets |
Joy Album |
A multi-function computer for work and entertainment | A permanent home for organizing and reliving your memories |
~9" rectangular screen | 10.1" screen for beautiful layouts, and wide viewing angles |
Contains work emails and documents | No private or work information |
Filled with social media, apps, notifications | A distraction-free place for friends and family to relive their adventures together |
Ads, ads and more ads | No ads |
Local, limited storage | Cloud first, unlimited storage capabilities |
Turned off when not in use | Showcases your photos and videos when not in use |
Cover, lockscreen, wires and ports | No wires and no ports. The wireless charging stand means Joy is always within reach |