SmartVision 2 - Smartphone For The Visually Impaired - The Blind Life

[@softly128]

Yes!!! Thank you!!! My mom became blind at the age of 45 back then there were no smartphones, only Nokia. She now uses an old Nokia phone for calls and a 10 inch tablet for everything else.

[@rodstohogs]

You did a great job showing a sighted person how to use this phone. I tried closing my eyes to see if my totally blind 70 year old mother could do it. I dont see how it is possible from what and how you showed this phone. Any chance you can do a more simple lesson for the totally blind who are not familiar with smart phones? The pill reader was nice, Alexa and hi google also something she would enjoy, accessing books on tape also would be nice, checking email, or facebook messages also would be cool. And of course making calls as quick and simple as possible. Still a definite thumbs up for this video, I just want to find a way to teach my mother how to use a smart phone of some sort.

[@theblindlife]

Unfortunately I was only given a demo unit for a short time to make the video. In most states there are low vision center is where people can go get training on all types of devices, smart phones included. I would recommend you guys look into something like that. That way she can learn the accessibility options on the smart phone.

[@ChelbyFarley]

This is an awesome phone! I personally love my iPhone, but I'm sure many blind people could really benefit from this.

[@LiveAccessible]

I agree! There may be blind people who are not so comfortable going into the realm of "smartphone-dom" lol. It's a smoother transition!

[@arunavadas8721]

😂😢

[@brittenhurst2]

Okay, that 90 style throwback look is insane. growing up in the early 2000s, I remember the T9 system. I remember my first smartphone was a razor

[@pmelken]

I am 11 years old and I am visually impaired and I love tour videos my name is Tom

[@theblindlife]

Hey Tom, it’s great to meet you!

[@SixBlindKids]

Great video! Love the keypad and navigation buttons. Also, the low vision vs totally blind settings are great to set default mode.

[@BlindtoBillionaire]

Thank you! Another amazing video! Thanks Sam!

[@krazyj1957]

My mother in law went blind at a older age. She could not use this phone plus she couldn't afford this phone. She couldn't use the keys or buttons because of arthritis. People who are born blind or go blind at a younger age adapt easier than a senior. She needs a phone which use total voice controlled. Call stored numbers, answer, hang up, simple is the best thing for her.

[@BLINDEXPLORERASIFMUHAMMAD]

Very amazing video well done and I love listening to your videos as I am blind and I am a white cane long cane user

[@kole517]

So how did you tuped this coment

[@kalpanahooda2470]

Hey

[@coi98md]

HI Sam. I am an ophthalmologist practicing low vision in the Philippines. I have been following you and asking my patients to follow you too. You have been very helpful with all your posts. I have a question. what is the equivalent of seeing AI for an android phone. A significant amount of my patients own android smart phones as it is much cheaper than the iPhone.

[@williamroyturney3012]

Wow the Smart Vision 2 phone has everything I need. I need one.

[@Preyser123]

Greetings from South Africa. Thank you for your reply on the Blindshell videos. It just gets better every time because I'm not a huge fan of using touch screens on these phones so I'm glad to know that there is a tactile button keyboard as well. Seeing that this is an android device I'm assuming I can use Watsapp if I were to look into something like this one day. Looking at some of the comments it looks like this was developed on an outdated Android version so I think I'll look into the Blindshell phone for now and encourage the Blindshell developers to see how they can add Watsapp support.

[@LiveAccessible]

Great video Sam! But I just don't know... It's basically the cost of a good flagship phone- nearly $900! And it has major drawbacks for me. What someone needs to do is have some kind of software that can turn any android phone into a low vision/blind friendly machine- without installing a hundred different apps to do that... ! Now THAT would be awesome! 😀

[@fifi-4772]

Live Accessible : there already is - it's an iPhone! The accessibility features are outstanding.

[@LiveAccessible]

@@fifi-4772 well there are some good points to the iPhone accessibility, there are also a lot of problems too.

[@theblindlife]

I agree. There are some aspects of the iPhone accessibility that I love and some that I don’t. It’s the same way with android. There is a software called Claria zoom for android that replaces the user interface and makes it more accessible. Similar user interface as to this phone. I need to do a video about that.

[@LiveAccessible]

@@theblindlife yes, i have used it in the past but look in the play store now.... its gone! 🤨

[@LiveAccessible]

Thats supposed to be a sad face, but im not sure if ot is. Lol

[@shanelaney420]

I really like that dictation/ok google button. I rarely use my LG and the talkback gets me aggravated at times. This could be a real game changer for someone with low or no vision. I bet its way out of my budget sadly.

[@theblindlife]

You should look on their website. They have two versions, the best feature cheaper version and the full featured one that I showed in the video.

[@Selendrake74]

i love mine, the gps in the premium model 'kapten' is the best of the best.. of course it needs mobile data to use some functions and there are a few things that could be changed in future models but over all it is different and better than an iphone in a very tactile way..even though i have some sight left, it is a relief as i can use it with out any eyes and i mean fully use it, totally accesable.. the lanyard loop is great and the light leds are super bright... the ocr though is a bit hot and miss.

[@LiveAccessible]

It sounds like a great idea phone. Out of curiosity, how long does your battery last?

[@Selendrake74]

Live Accessible same as a modern Samsung or iPhone, but if you use it for gps and stream sound to headfones or use a lot of the led lights for ocr, then the battery lasts less...it last a day in general terms

[@LiveAccessible]

@@Selendrake74 thanks! Another question, does it have a way to use a virtual keyboard or do you have to use the T9 or dictation only?

[@Selendrake74]

Live Accessible Sometimes there is an online board keyboard but it’s quite small, there is the tactile keyboard the t9 and voice dictation... my local vision store sells palm size Bluetooth keyboard that might work because it connects to Bluetooth devices, but I have not tried installing in any third market add on keyboardsor swipe to type apps

[@LiveAccessible]

@@Selendrake74 that sounds great! Glad you like the phone! And thanks for answering all my questions. 😁

[@jonlaguerre3163]

Hi Sam, do you have a Victor Track , to or do you just use your SamSung?

[@k1j4ngm4s]

How is this phone compared to the Blind Shell Classic 2 phone? Which one is better?

[@yetanotherperspective.2516]

Hi, my daughter has had this phone for some years now. The central control has failed. Would you know if it's possible to repair these or are we looking at having to purchase her a smart vision 111. With Thanks Sharon.

[@JohnBernieLaborte]

It's sad that it is not available here in the Philippines, but I'm glad as well. $800 is pretty expensive here. Really. It's ₱41,688. Anyway, thank-you for this awesome video, sir. Wishing you a great day ahead.

[@sadiqsani2833]

Hello blind life please which kind of phone du you think is the best for we blind people

[@JuanAlcazar]

That dedicated dictation button looks like a real nice feature.

[@theblindlife]

I know! I’m trying to figure out how to remap the Bixby button on my Samsung galaxy S8 and turn it into a dictation button. I’m getting pretty close! LOL

[@yosafal-kafage6228]

my dear friend as always really nice video and we want you to make more videos like this!

[@blindsportslover]

What phone towers does it run off of? Is it a TracFone exclusive?

[@mike419100]

Was this an infomercial? I heard no mineses or negatives given of the gadget.

[@mrsteresa1999]

I Love This! Where can i get one? Thanks Sam

[@theblindlife]

All that information should be in the description of the video

[@jessicar.378]

Do most companies carry cell for blind people?

[@ablindguy]

I have a question. This thing is running a pretty old version of android. Is there a new version from this phone that has a newer android or are there any rivals with a newer version of android? Thanks in advance.

[@nimsocproductions]

Cool phone. Is the camera pretty good on it?

[@theblindlife]

Not too bad. Not as good as I am smart phone like the pixel but not too bad.

[@corrine4247]

Great video Sam. Thank you

[@anodysseyofsteven1985]

Hey Sam I have a question. I use Facebook and Yahoo mail and Gmail on my Android phone that I have now. Can you install those apps onto that phone and see how the phone does with those apps on it? Also does the phone have internet app on there?

[@LiveAccessible]

I think he mentioned that you can install any apps that are on the play store. 👍 😀

[@theblindlife]

Unfortunately I just have a demo unit which means I really can’t sign into all my different accounts on it. Those apps would require me to sign in to get the full affect. I can say that you would definitely be able to install those apps and use them. I didn’t see any kind of app restriction with the phone. The apps that I did install and test out worked fine.

[@sagarikabimal4529]

I need this phone. Can you tell me where I will get this from 🙏🙏

[@theblindlife]

The phone is no longer available here in the United States, so not sure where to get it from.

[@sagarikabimal4529]

@@theblindlife Ok Thanks 🙏

[@nancypenarrieta4741]

Good información thank you for sharing ira

[@lafachampion]

Hi , I wanna know how much does it costs? Thanks for such detailed video.

[@theblindlife]

You’ll have to contact the company to get that information. Links are in the description below the video

[@dhruvgoel7838]

It's nowlt available any where

[@pduffy83usa]

This phone is setup on a version of android that's over 3 years old!

[@SixBlindKids]

That is not so good.

[@LiveAccessible]

Yes, that's a real bummer. I think they may have been trying to cut costs and who knows when or if they'll update it. 😆

[@pduffy83usa]

@@LiveAccessible Can you share you email address? I have some questions about android accessibility.

[@LiveAccessible]

pduffy83usa Sure thing! [e-mail]. I'm an avid Android user so I hope I can help! 😀👍

[@Blind_Sexy_and_Taken]

Live Accessible hi. Do you mind if I email you as well? I have questions about different accessibility features on androids. I have always used iPhones and have been considering changing for a while seeing is the prices just seem to keep climbing and nothing really changes. Would love to get some ideas on what might be a good alternative. I am blind and rely completely on voiceover. Would like to know about other phones that have something that might be just as good.

[@marrich7831]

Lovely phone but very expensive. I am searching for a phone for someone that is totally blind. Do you know of any other cellphone for the blind that is below US$250 and can use whatsapp, has wifi etc and has buttons

[@jasperherrera9326]

how to buy that phone thanks

[@Braillechickenwhisperer]

This phone is totally amazing! Will it work with Verizon?

[@theblindlife]

I believe it is only a GSM phone, which means it will only work with networks such as AT&T and T-Mobile

[@Braillechickenwhisperer]

I’m not surprised by that. Verizon doesn’t want to do anything that’s truly going to help those of us with vision impairments. They just want our money. But I can’t use anything else out here where I live because it won’t work.

[@trisubhi1536]

Very good,i like it

[@MrPlaynwfire]

How can i CONTACT THE COMPANY TO ORDER? tHE LINK DOESN'T SHOW ANY RESULTS ON THEIR PAGE. tHANKS

[@theblindlife]

I believe the phone is no longer available in the US.

[@muts4028]

Do they still sell these? It wasen't on the webpage anymore

[@theblindlife]

No, I don’t think so

[@adaljizanunez3079]

Good evening. How can I get one of these phones for my brother who is completely blind.

[@theblindlife]

As far as I know, they aren’t available in the US anymore. Not sure about other countries.

[@georgestokes5116]

well have not watch the whole vidwo I want to know how much it is. and wherer can I get it.

[@theblindlife]

I always tell people where they can get it in the video and I provide links in the description underneath the video.

[@christianajuonuma3160]

Can this phone work in Nigeria?

[@lynnme7210]

This phone did not last a years. To be exact it lasted for 10 months.

[@marvinj8420]

Using the link for Smart Vision 2 I get a page not fund error.???

[@theblindlife]

Yes, this phone is no longer available in the US. Not sure if it’s still available in Europe.

[@mashupmind2011]

How can I get this in the UK?

[@theblindlife]

Not sure. It’s not available here in the US anymore.

[@donbrown7516]

I have found one can ask for a quote from those who sell this phone, but I can't find a email address to query them for information on the phone. Does anyone know of an email address I can use to reach them. I could call, but I usually forget to ask about everything I wish to kn ow during a phone call.

[@anodysseyofsteven1985]

Hi Sam again. I have another question. Can you do video calling on this phone?

[@theblindlife]

Sure!

[@randymarsiano7191]

Nice

[@aviationbrian]

I can finally get rid of my flip phone?

[@dhruvgoel7838]

Sir please help me to buy this phone for my father

[@lindapulford8167]

Is this phone still available?

[@theblindlife]

I don’t believe so. I think the company that was selling it has stopped.

[@ishitabanka2438]

how can i buy this from India.. Also will this work here?

[@hasantamzid589]

someone tell me about its configuration

[@pduffy83usa]

Plus the phone itself is a very old one.

[@SixBlindKids]

Also, not good.

[@matewis9387]

Can you use whatsapp on this phone?

[@theblindlife]

Yes, however, this phone is no longer available here in the US. I’m not sure about other countries.

[@dhruvgoel7838]

Please help

[@sannaslife6395]

I think iPhone is better

[@texastrainer4982]

I use a Samsun Galaxy tracphone from HSN.com. It's about $80 a yr & the font enlarges enough to read with a 10x mag. Also download "Seeing AI" for ur phone - this phone is nearly 1 month of my income. I appreciate the video but I have an Ireat CCTV that I bought last year & it's a POS. I had an old Spectrun 20/20 - I don't know WHO an auto adjust works for but I wasted my money and I don't have enough to waste