This easy-to-use, accessible mobile phone has large, tactile buttons, voice control, a virtual assistant, and support for third-party apps.
The large, black tactile keypad buttons have bold, high-contrast white text, but you can also control your BlindShell phone using just your voice and simple commands.
New features for the BlindShell Classic 3 are the Tandem app, third-party app support, and Luna, the virtual assistant.
The Tandem app was designed by the BlindShell team specifically for blind and partially sighted users and keeps you connected with family and friends anytime, anywhere. Tandem also allows loved ones to assist you remotely with phone settings or more complex apps. Friends and family can download Tandem to their iOS and Android devices to connect to you.
For third-party apps you can use the touchscreen (please note, the touchscreen only works with third-party apps) or you can use the keypad if you prefer.
Luna the virtual AI assistant can manage reminders, answer questions and simplify everyday tasks. Your phone must be connected to the internet to use Luna.
BlindShell Classic 3 has a loud speaker so that you won't miss a call or alert, even in noisy environments; 3GB of RAM for quick, smooth operation; 32GB of internal storage; a long-life, large-capacity battery with up to 96 hours of battery life; USB-C charging port and charging cradle for ease of charging at home or on the go.
This feature-packed phone also lets you stay in touch with friends and family via WhatsApp; watch your favourite videos on the YouTube app; browse the web; download apps from the BlindShell app catalogue and set up easy, touch-of-a-button access to your favourites.
You can also make conference calls, use the SOS button to contact your assigned emergency contact; use Facebook Messenger; play Pexeso, Hangman, or use the dice roller; listen to books, music or internet radio; manage email; set at alarm; check your calendar; and get the weather forecast.
When you buy this phone, you can access a free 30-minute remote training session to help get you started. Call VisionAid on 0800 002 5555 to book your remote training session.
For more details about this product, check the product instructions manual (in the User Guides tab) to help you decide if this product is suitable for you.
Available in two colours – ocean blue and golden sand. Select your colour from the drop-down menu below before adding to the basket. You are currently viewing the listing for the ocean blue BlindShell Classic 3.
Specification
- Easy-to-use mobile phone with tactile keys and voice control.
- Large, tactile keypad (white text on black buttons).
- 2.83-inch screen (480 × 640px).
- Colour: Ocean blue.
- Camera: 13MP.
- Loudspeaker: 1.5W
- Microphone: Dual microphone, noise reduction
- 3.5 stereo audio jack
- USB Type-C
- Buttons: SOS, Volume, Side action button
- Indication LED
- Camera LED flashlight
- LED flashlight
- Size: 135.2 × 54.6 × 16.7mm.
- Weight: 149g (100g (phone), 49g (battery)).
Battery and charger
- Lithium polymer battery 3.85 V/3,000 mAh.
- Up to 96 hours of battery life.
- Supplied with a charging cradle for ease of use.
- Or charge via USB-C cable (supplied).
Technical data
- 3G/4G compatible (please read important note below). Please note: this phone is not 5G compatible.
- SIM Card type: Dual micro-SIM.
- Bluetooth version 4.2.
- Wi-fi: 2.4 GHz + 5Ghz
- GNSS: GPS, Galileo, BeiDou.
- Screen size/pixels: 2.83 inches/480 × 640px.
- Memory (RAM): 3GB.
- Internal storage: 32GB (22GB user storage).
- External storage: Micro SD memory card up to 128GB (FAT32).
- FM radio receiver.
- NFC object tagging.
- Headphone port: 3.5 mm.
- Port for USB charging: USB-C.
Important
Please use Ofcom's mobile phone coverage checker to ensure you will have the coverage you need in your most-used locations (such as home, work, etc).
In the box
- BlindShell Classic 3 mobile phone.
- Battery.
- USB-C charging cable and adapter plug.
- Charging cradle.
- Earphones.
- Lanyard.
- Three NFC stickers.
Special order
We work with partners to deliver products on our behalf. If you’re buying a special order product, we will pass on your contact information to our partners to enable delivery. We may also quote extended delivery times, outside of our standard terms and conditions for these products.
Important – order cancellations, warranty and returns
We are unable to cancel your order once it has been placed. Should you change your mind about this special order product, you will need to accept the delivery and then contact RNIB Helpline to arrange its return; guidance on how to do this can be found in our Returns Policy.
You must notify us within 14 days of receipt if you wish to return the BlindShell as unsuitable.
Please note, your phone will arrive pre-set-up with the correct time and date, and fully charged.
This product is non-returnable, unless faulty, after 14 days.
This phone has a two-year warranty.
This phone's battery has a 12-month warranty.
RNIB Technology Support
For information or advice on technology that will be suitable for your needs, please contact our team on 0303 123 9999 and speak to one of our advisors within the Sight Loss Advice Service.
RNIB Technology Grant Scheme
This device is available to purchase with support from the RNIB Technology Grant Scheme; we’re able to fund up to a maximum of £350 towards the cost of a BlindShell smartphone – additional terms and conditions apply. Other items available under the grant include video magnifiers, RNIB PenFriend 3, kitchen equipment, phones, and DAISY players. For further information, visit rnib.org.uk/grants or call 0303 123 9999.
This item is eligible for VAT exemption.
- Colour option Blue
Downloadable product instructions
- Print instructions for HM99 (DOC)
- Braille instructions for HM99 (BRF)
- Audio instructions for HM99 (MP3)
