Keeping it simple with Mobile Phones

Whenever I discuss accessible mobile phones with someone I always start with what they need it for. If it is simply to call 5-6 different people when out, a conventional phone may be suitable. The speed dial facility may enable someone to call a number of different contacts with a single button press. Most phones have this facility and are available at a low price. It can also be beneficial to find one that has ‘voice dialling’. This enables a preset phone number to be dialled from a voice command. Many conventional phones have this facility.
It is important to consider the layout, feel of the buttons and contrast if appropriate. Phones with relatively large, well spaced out buttons will enable many people to move around the controls by touch and memory. Unfortunately, these are extremely hard to find. If required, tactile orientation aids such as Tacti Mark or Bump-ons can be applied.