Clam Shell or Flip Phone

Clam Shell or Flip Phone

A “clam shell” or “flip style device” has two or more sections that fold at a hinge. When flipped open, the phone’s screen and keyboard are available. When flipped shut, the device becomes much smaller and more portable than when it is opened for use.

People that have visual disabilities or are elderly may find a device that flips open and answers automatically useful.

Candy Bar (also called a Monoblock or Stick)

Candy Bar Phone (also called a Monoblock or Stick)

A “clam shell” or “flip style device” has two or more sections that fold at a hinge. When flipped open, the phone’s screen and keyboard are available. When flipped shut, the device becomes much smaller and more portable than when it is opened for use.

People that have visual disabilities or are elderly may find a device that flips open and answers automatically useful.

Slide

Slide Phone

A “slide style device” has one section of the phone that is used for the display that slides apart from the other section that has the keyboard.

This style of phone may be useful for older people or people with visual disabilities.

Swivel

Swivel phone

A “swivel” style device usually has two segments that swivel past each other.

This type of feature is not used often.

Smartphone or Touch Screen

Smartphone or Touch Screen phone

A smartphone can come in a variety of different sizes but it is rectangular in shape with no lid or hinge, and includes a large touch screen. All current smartphones have touch screens. The touch screen is sensitive to pressure and is used to interact with the device.

People with an assortment of disabilities may find a smartphone useful because of its big screen. Smartphones can be ideal for those who are blind, low vision, Deaf or hard of hearing due to their built-in accessibility functions.