Talking Watch with Easy Access Battery
by LS&S
Last verified June 19, 2026 · classified April 26, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · April 26, 2026
This wristwatch announces the time, date, and alarm information aloud when you press a button, making it usable without being able to read a clock face. It's designed for people with low vision or blindness who want an independent way to check the time throughout the day. The battery compartment is specifically engineered for easy self-service replacement — a paperclip releases a slide-out tray, which is a practical solution since talking watches drain batteries faster than silent ones. It comes in only one style (silver flex band, 1.5-inch face) and arrives in sleep mode, so it needs to be activated before first use.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
- Activate the watch by switching it out of sleep mode before first use.
- Press the button on the watch face to hear the time announced aloud.
- Set the time and alarm using the watch controls — refer to the included PDF instructions.
Getting it
Try Before You Buy
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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Sources & fine print
Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from LS&S — view on vendor site; last verified June 19, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on April 26, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.