SMPL

SMPL Amplified Photo Phone with Big Buttons

$94.99 USD

A corded photo phone with 6 one-touch picture keys and amplified sound for easier calling for persons living with dementia.

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Product Details

The SMPL Amplified Photo Phone is a corded landline telephone designed to simplify calling for persons living with dementia, memory loss, or hearing difficulties. It features 6 one-touch photo keys that let the person call family, a caregiver, a doctor, or 911 simply by pressing a familiar face. The large, high-contrast number keypad makes manual dialing easier for those with vision changes. The handset earpiece offers 4 adjustable volume levels (up to 85 dB) for amplified conversations, and the ringer reaches over 75 dB with 3 volume settings so calls can be heard from across the room. A flashing incoming call light provides a visual alert for persons with hearing loss. The phone supports hands-free dialing and is hearing aid compatible. Built from rugged ABS plastic, it requires no AC power and runs directly from a standard phone jack. It can be placed on a desk or mounted on a wall. Compatible with existing answering machines. One-year manufacturer warranty.

  • The SMPL Amplified Photo Phone is suitable for persons living with dementia or memory loss who can no longer remember or dial phone numbers but can recognize photos of the people they want to call.
  • The SMPL Amplified Photo Phone is suitable for older adults with mild to moderate hearing loss who need amplified earpiece volume and a loud ringer with a visual flash alert.
  • The SMPL Amplified Photo Phone is suitable for caregivers looking for a simple, reliable corded phone that can be pre-programmed and requires no power outlet or internet connection.

Losing the ability to make a phone call independently is a turning point for many families. The person living with dementia may still want to reach their children, a spouse, or a neighbor, but the steps involved - remembering a number, finding it in a contact list, dialing correctly - become too difficult. That loss of connection can lead to isolation for the person and added worry for the caregiver.

We chose the SMPL Amplified Photo Phone because it removes the barriers to making a call while keeping the experience familiar. The person sees a photo of the person they want to reach and presses it. That is the entire process. There is no scrolling, no menu, and no number to remember. For caregivers, setup is straightforward: insert photos into the provided templates, program each button with the corresponding number, and the phone is ready to go.

What also makes this phone practical is its simplicity beyond the photo keys. It plugs directly into a phone jack with no power adapter needed, so there is no cord to trip over and no outlet to find. The deep handset cradle keeps the receiver from being knocked off accidentally. The amplified earpiece (4 levels, up to 85 dB) and the loud, adjustable ringer (over 75 dB) with a flashing light make it suitable for persons with hearing loss. It is also hearing aid compatible, which is important since many older adults use hearing devices. The rugged ABS plastic build holds up well in a home where the phone may occasionally be dropped or handled roughly.

For families who need a fixed phone in a specific location - next to the bed, on the kitchen counter, in a hallway - rather than a cordless handset that can get lost, this is a reliable, no-fuss option.

  • Desktop or wall-mounted model
  • Weight: 620 g (1.36 lbs)
  • Dimensions: 19.8 x 19.3 x 9 cm (7.8 x 7.6 x 3.5 in)
  • One-year manufacturer warranty.
  • 6 one-touch photo speed-dial keys
  • Large, high-contrast number keypad for manual dialing
  • Handset earpiece amplified up to 85 dB with 4 volume levels
  • Ringer volume over 75 dB with 3 adjustable levels
  • Flashing incoming call light for visual alert
  • Hands-free dialing (dial without lifting the handset)
  • Deep handset cradle to prevent accidental dislodging
  • Hearing aid compatible
  • Rugged ABS plastic construction
  • No AC power required - works directly from the phone jack
  • Desk or wall mountable
  • Last number redial and call waiting/flash buttons
  • Compatible with existing answering machines
  • One-year manufacturer warranty

Connect the phone to a standard home phone jack using the included cord. No power adapter is needed.

Cut photos to size using the provided template and insert them into the 6 photo key slots on the phone.

Program each photo key with the corresponding phone number by following the instructions in the manual (typically holding the key and dialing the number).

Adjust earpiece volume using the side control (4 levels) to match the person's hearing needs.

Set the ringer volume to one of the 3 available levels so the phone can be heard from the desired distance.

To place the phone on a desk, set it on a flat surface. To wall mount, use the keyhole slots on the back of the unit.

Wipe the phone with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use liquid cleaners or submerge in water.

If using DSL internet on the same phone line, install a DSL filter on the jack to prevent interference.

FAQs

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You can program up to 6 contacts, each linked to one of the photo keys on the phone.

The ringer reaches over 75 dB with 3 adjustable levels. A flashing light on the phone also provides a visual alert for incoming calls.

Yes. The base has keyhole slots on the back for wall mounting. It can also be placed on a desk or countertop.

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