More recently, mobile phones were new to almost every person. However, the development of technology does not stand still, and today almost everyone has mobile phones. People with vision problems were no exception.
Since such devices have certain features, their cost may differ from ordinary phones in a big way. However, many, when buying a phone for the visually impaired, do not pay attention to the price.
This article discusses the most common devices that are designed specifically for people with vision problems.
Noison
So, to start looking at phones with large buttons and a screen for people with disabilities is not with one model, but with the whole company. NoVison is a company that processes conventional mobile phones and other equipment for the needs of people with vision problems. Under the leadership of this company, devices of many famous manufacturers were adapted.
An example from this company can be a phone for the visually impaired Samsung E1200. It is the simplest and cheapest device in this category. The phone is made very high quality. The keyboard and the housing are designed so that the dust does not penetrate, so you don’t have to clean it. Control keys This telephone for the visually impaired has a very comfortable. With their help, control is very fast. In addition, they provide quick access to the most popular features. For example, to find out the time or battery charge, just press one key. A distinctive feature of the device is that all user actions are voiced. The cost of the Samsung E1200 is a little over four thousand rubles.
LG LF1300
Perhaps the main feature that this phone has for the blind is the presence of voice perception. In addition, the device can easily launch audio books, and there is also the possibility of installing memory cards.
LG LF1300 appeared on sale back in 2006 and instantly became an indispensable assistant as a mobile phone for the visually impaired. The device turned out to be quite thin and comfortable. However, there is not a lot of internal memory in the gadget - only seventeen megabytes. Therefore, those who are going to use the full potential of the device will have to install a memory card.
However, the apparatus also has disadvantages. The first minus is a rather high cost. This cell phone for the visually impaired will cost four hundred dollars. People with vision problems can buy the device. Also, the minuses include the fact that the main countries where the LG LF1300 is sold are Asian states.
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Phones with large buttons and a screen are especially common among people with various vision problems. However, this model is completely devoid of display. The developers decided not to install a screen on their device after numerous consultations with potential buyers.
All that the display should display is pronounced by a special speech synthesizer built into the device. Pressing the buttons is also accompanied by a sound signal.
The phone can "speak" only in two languages - Spanish and English. In case of an incoming call, the device will read the caller's number. Also, the phone can voice incoming messages.
This phone for the blind is endowed with a sufficiently powerful battery that lasts for eight hours in talk mode, while in standby mode it can be about two hundred and fifty hours. The price of the device is about four hundred dollars.
Nokia 6682RVI
Phones for visually impaired people have been released by many well-known companies. Such a well-known company as Nokia did not stand aside. The main distinguishing feature is the presence of a special program that converts all the images on the screen into sound. After conversion, it is output to the speaker or headphones.
Due to the fact that many people suffer from vision problems, this model has been enjoyed by many consumers. Thanks to useful innovations, it’s quite simple to use all the functionality.
Phones for the visually impaired elderly, according to many, should be affordable. Nokia 6682RVI refers to devices that, with many features, have a good price. However, with a lot of advantages, there is a drawback. The main disadvantage is that this model is aimed at consumers in the Canadian market.
B-touch
This device is a new development of the designer Zhinvey Yu. On this phone, he showed his vision of how the mobile phone should look for people suffering from vision problems.
B-Touch is based on the concept of such a famous device as the Iphone. However, a number of additional features and functions have been added. The screen is based on braille. Management can be done with voice. In addition to these functions, the buyer receives a whole set of programs that are used in everyday life.
The advantages of the device include the fact that it can recognize various objects. Many experts consider this phone the most successful for use by visually impaired people.
Sens
The phone is specially designed for people with low vision. The device does not have a display. The keyboard has a relief that allows you to easily dial numbers. In case of a missed call, message or other event, the mobile phone starts to glow brightly, make sounds and vibrate.
The side panels of the phone are made in the form of luminous inserts. This function is very useful for those with partially sighted vision. The glow will help you find the phone if, for example, it is on charge.
A special Bluetooth headset comes with the phone. It is charged with the device, which prevents its loss. In addition, the headphone is very useful when, for example, a person is in a public place. The fact is that the conversation is carried out by speakerphone. Therefore, a Bluetooth headset may be very necessary. In addition, when using it, the risk of losing the phone is significantly reduced.
Of course, with all the advantages of the device, there are also disadvantages. For example, a fairly high cost, which is more than four hundred dollars. In the Russian Federation it is very difficult to find stores where you can buy this phone. In addition, most workshops do not undertake to repair the device in case of any breakdown.
Samsung Galaxy S5 (talking smartphone)
The "talking" version of the famous Samsung phone can perform almost all the functions that a model for the sighted. The main feature is the complete voice acting of the entire device.
The device is endowed with the Android operating system. With its help, the user can even go online. The transition between sites in the global network is also voiced.
The phone is waterproof. Endowed with a 2800 mAh battery. This battery capacity is enough for eighty hours of listening to music or audio books. The display has a diagonal of 5.1 and is made using Amoled technology. Resolution is 1980x1080 pixels.
The phone is quite powerful. Endowed with a 4-core processor, which operates at a frequency of 2.5 GHz. There are no problems with memory either. Internal - 16 GB, operational - 2 GB. In addition, the device supports additional memory cards.
In addition, there are a number of additional features that have been added specifically for visually impaired people. The device has a program capable of detecting bills. There is also a special navigator and book library that supports the ability to download books online.
Finally
In Russia today, the choice of such devices is small. And in other parts of the world there are problems with the release of such gadgets. Many projects stop at the development level, as the creators believe that it is unprofitable to produce phones for people who have vision problems.