We live in a society that is more dependent upon communication technology than at any other time in human history. And, with one out of ten people living with a hearing loss, it’s critically important to ensure that technology is readily adaptable to people who have mild to severe hearing loss.
Thankfully, there are a number of hearing impaired phones on the market that are designed to keep everyone in the communication loop. A wide range of amplified phones is available, including both corded phones and cordless phones. If you are interested in buying hearing impaired phones, here are some brands and models to consider:
GE: If you, a coworker, or a loved one suffers from moderate to severe hearing loss and also has vision problems, GE’s big button amplified phones may be the answer. The phones have graphic equalizers that can customize the phone for a person’s hearing loss, and have ringer amplification up to 90dB and a handset boost up to 40dB. The amplified base speakerphone works like a charm, and an enhanced visual ringer and vibrating alert ensures that no calls are missed.
For users with mild hearing loss, GE offers a wonderful...