Low Vision Phone
Large Button PhoneA large button phone is a type of visual aid for macular degeneration. The large, bold colored numbers are easier to see, easier to use and to stay in touch with friends and family.Some of the helpful features offered on a large button phone are: 
√ Large Numbers on Key Pad √ High Contrasted Numbers - Brilliant white buttons with deep, dark black numbers √ Lighted Key Pad √ Talk Back Keypad numbers √ Talking Caller-ID. If you have macular degeneration or low vision, it can be a strain to read the caller-ID on most phones. But with the talking caller-ID the name and the number of the caller is spoken in a clear, easy to understand voice. √ Speed Dial Capabilities for calling those that you talk to frequently √ Talking phone book
Large Number Phone
If you are looking for a large number phone, this GE Corded Big Button phone had some of the best reviews of low vision phones:
Review A Good Basic Desktop Phone "I needed a large display, big button, corded desk phone with speaker. I couldn't do any better than with the GE 29569GE1 phone. The sound quality is great whether using the handset or the speaker. The large display can be read even without my reading glasses. It has call-waiting in addition to the caller ID option. It doesn't take up a great amount of space and, in short, I am very satisfied."
Large Button Cell PhoneAt this time the only low vision cell phone is actually a large button cell phone called the Jitterbug. It features:√ Bigger, backlit buttons that are ringed in yellow making them stand out and easy to see √ Large and easy to read font √ White text on a black key providing the best contrast for people with macular degeneration. √ Powerful speaker make the sound loud and clear. √ Helpful,live, 24-hour Jitterbug operators greet you by name, make calls for you, provide directory assistance, and add names to your phone list. √ Affordable. Service starts at just $10 a month. No long term contracts. No long distance or roaming fees. Add on Minutes don't expire for up to a year. Easy to use. There is a "one touch" version that only has 3 large keys - operator, emergency and a third number that can be programmed with any name. Click on the box below if you want to know more.
Large Print Address Book
Large print address books are helpful for looking up the numbers that are not programmed into your speed dial. It is much easier to look up the number to your dentist or hairdresser in a large print address book than it is to look it up in a tiny print telephone book.
They can range in price from $10 to $25.
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Large Display Caller ID
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