A white corded telephone with large dark number buttons, a red dial button, and photo memory buttons above the keypad.

smpl Photo Phone Amplified for Hearing and Visually Impaired

by smpl Technology

$49.99, see price history

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Setup with instructions The phone is simple to use once it is set up, but someone needs to connect it to the phone line, set the volume levels, and program each photo button with the right number and picture. A family member can do this in about half an hour with the instructions, so guided setup fits. No professional is needed.

What it is

Summary

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

This corded phone has large photo buttons, so someone can call a person by pressing their picture instead of dialing a long number. It amplifies incoming sound by up to 26 decibels across four levels and has a ringer that goes up to 75 decibels in three levels. A bright light flashes for incoming calls, and you can dial without lifting the handset. It suits someone with hearing loss, low vision, or trouble remembering and entering numbers, and it can also be wall-mounted. It comes with an AC adaptor for use with VoIP phone service.

Getting it

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Where to get it

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$49.99

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Details

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Platform
Age range
Complexity
Setup with instructions
Price
$49.99
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Medicaid waiver
  • Out of pocket

What setup looks like

  • With a guide
    1. Plug the phone into your phone line, or use the included AC adaptor if you have VoIP service.
    2. Choose the ringer and handset volume levels that work best for the user.
    3. Program the photo buttons with phone numbers and add a picture for each contact. Plan on about 30 minutes, and have a family member or caregiver help the first time.

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: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.

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