A black cell phone with a rectangular screen showing large white numbers and a raised physical keypad below.

BlindShell Classic 2 - Midnight Black

by BlindShell

$649.00, see price history

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Setup with instructions The phone speaks to you from the start, so basic use is easy to pick up. Getting real value means setting up accounts, contacts, and extras like object tags, and learning the keypad and menus. A helper with the manual or tutorials can do this in an afternoon, so guided setup fits. It doesn't need a clinical assessment.

What it is

Summary

AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 1, 2026

The BlindShell Classic 2 is a cell phone built for people who are blind or have low vision. It pairs a physical keypad with spoken menus and voice control, so you can use it without seeing the screen. It covers calls and also messaging apps like WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger, email, GPS location, internet radio, YouTube, and a built-in book reader. It also has a magnifier, color recognition, and NFC object tagging, which lets you label personal items. It works with BlindShell Beep to help find things you've misplaced. A 13 MP camera, a loud speaker, and a charging cradle round out the package. Because it runs its own system, expect to learn its menus rather than reuse what you know from a smartphone.

Getting it

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Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.

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Where to get it

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$649.00

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Details

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Platform
Age range
Complexity
Setup with instructions
Price
$649.00
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Out of pocket
  • Vocational rehab

What setup looks like

  • With a guide
    1. Charge the phone in its cradle, then power it on and follow the spoken prompts to choose your language and basic settings.
    2. Set up the features you want, such as email, messaging accounts, and contacts. A family member or helper can enter account details for you.
    3. Practice the keypad and spoken menus for a few days. Plan on about 30-60 minutes for initial setup, plus some time to get comfortable.

Sources & fine print

Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from MaxiAids — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked November 2, 2026.

Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on October 1, 2026 · confidence: medium. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.

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