{"id":521,"date":"2020-10-05T09:00:59","date_gmt":"2020-10-05T00:00:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oliveunion.com\/ustest\/what-is-an-amplified-phone\/"},"modified":"2021-01-14T13:38:47","modified_gmt":"2021-01-14T04:38:47","slug":"what-is-an-amplified-phone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oliveunion.com\/ustest\/hearing-device\/what-is-an-amplified-phone\/","title":{"rendered":"Amplified Phones Make Phone Calls Easy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Talking on the telephone is an everyday area of life that can be made especially more difficult by hearing loss. Difficulty in hearing the person at the other end of the line can make keeping in touch with friends and family a laborious \u2013 even frustrating \u2013 experience, and can make it hard to access services others take for granted.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Luckily there is technology available just for this!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"no_bullets\"><p class=\"toc_title\">Contents<\/p><ul class=\"toc_list\"><li><a href=\"#How_Are_Amplified_Phones_Different\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">1<\/span> How Are Amplified Phones Different?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Can_I_Use_A_Hearing_Aid_With_My_Landline_Phone\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">2<\/span> Can I Use A Hearing Aid With My Landline Phone?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#What_Features_Should_I_Look_for_in_an_Amplified_Phone\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">3<\/span> What Features Should I Look for in an Amplified Phone?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#What_Is_the_Best_Amplified_Phone\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">4<\/span> What Is the Best Amplified Phone?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Can_I_Buy_an_Amplifier_for_My_Current_Landline_Phone\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">5<\/span> Can I Buy an Amplifier for My Current Landline Phone?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#How_Else_Can_I_Hear_Better_on_the_Phone\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">6<\/span> How Else Can I Hear Better on the Phone?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<h2><span id=\"How_Are_Amplified_Phones_Different\"><b>How Are Amplified Phones Different?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simply put, an amplified phone is a phone that is louder than an ordinary telephone. Many are also equipped with a frequency booster to help users hear high-frequency sound (which is often trickier to hear when you have hearing loss).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amplified phones don\u2019t just improve your experience when the line is active, however. For those who struggle to see up close, they can come with large, extra-visible buttons. Some produce ultra-audible (i.e. very loud!) ringtones, so that you never miss an important call, while still others have a bright flashing &#8216;incoming call&#8217; light which lets severely hearing-impaired people know with visual cues that it\u2019s time to pick up the receiver.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s the idea: amplified phones make using telephones easier for those with hearing loss, producing a range of benefits for the user.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Can_I_Use_A_Hearing_Aid_With_My_Landline_Phone\">Can I Use A Hearing Aid With My Landline Phone?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let&#8217;s stop for a second; you may be thinking &#8220;If I already have a hearing aid, then why do I need an amplified phone?&#8221; While many phones and hearing aids are compatible with so-called <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hearinglink.org\/living\/loops-equipment\/hearing-loops\/what-is-a-hearing-loop\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8216;hearing loop&#8217; or telecoil technology<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, this technology still has limited uptake and only works with correctly-equipped hearing aids \u2014 it might be best to ask your audiologist for more information.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Landline add-ons that can transmit or connect to certain hearing aids are available (for a price), but they often require an initial setup and the use of a microphone worn around your neck.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>While there are options available, the unfortunate truth is that these options still leave much to be desired.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"What_Features_Should_I_Look_for_in_an_Amplified_Phone\"><b>What Features Should I Look for in an Amplified Phone?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The specific features you need completely depend on your hearing loss, its severity, and your preferences.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First on your list should be choosing the volume of phone you require. Louder phones with an &#8216;incoming call&#8217; light are well-suited for those with more severely impaired hearing, but usually come at a slightly higher cost. Less heavy-duty phones will be enough to give a helping hand to those with mild to moderate hearing loss.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are long-sighted, a phone with large numbers will assist in dialing with the number pad, while tone control, or the ability to adjust the volume of certain frequencies, will be useful if you struggle to hear sound of a certain pitch. Cordless phones are useful for those who like to walk and talk and can be situated around the house, but come at a higher cost than wired models.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It may be useful to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthyhearing.com\/help\/assistive-listening-devices\/hearing-impaired-phones\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">read around online<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, ask around your friends or family or consult your audiologist for product recommendations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"What_Is_the_Best_Amplified_Phone\"><b>What Is the Best Amplified Phone?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your choice of amplified phone will depend on your budget and personal preferences. There are a few<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bestreviewgeek.com\/best-amplified-phones\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> comparison articles on the internet<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that you can take a look at, where reviewers give their real-life experience with the amplified phones.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Generally, reviewers seem to favor a cordless Panasonic model, the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B01LZ8ICCY\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">KX-TGM450S<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (approx. $150). This model can boost the volume of callers by up to 50dB, enough for all but the most profound hearing loss, and comes with six tone controllers, a &#8216;slow&#8217; function that can be used in real-time, and a rechargeable battery.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An example of a cheaper but functional amplified phone might be the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00ER4LIOC\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ClearSounds CSC500<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (approx. $80), with an amplification rating of up to 30dB and a telecoil function for those with compatible hearing aids.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Can_I_Buy_an_Amplifier_for_My_Current_Landline_Phone\"><b>Can I Buy an Amplifier for My Current Landline Phone?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\" wp-image-1488 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oliveunion.com\/ustest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/george-chandrinos-6t606BjYQyQ-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Landline Phone Hearing Loss Difficult To Hear\" width=\"671\" height=\"446\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oliveunion.com\/ustest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/george-chandrinos-6t606BjYQyQ-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.oliveunion.com\/ustest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/george-chandrinos-6t606BjYQyQ-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.oliveunion.com\/ustest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/george-chandrinos-6t606BjYQyQ-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.oliveunion.com\/ustest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/george-chandrinos-6t606BjYQyQ-unsplash.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 671px) 100vw, 671px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re unsure about buying an amplified phone outright or are looking for a more portable solution, an in-line telephone amplifier can be a cheap, effective option. Compatible with most landline phones, they\u2019re commonly attached between the phone\u2019s receiver and its base. Depending on your choice of amplifier and telephone, they can boost your handset and ringtone volume by between 20 and 40dB without sacrificing clarity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A portable telephone amplifier might be very useful if you travel a lot for business or pleasure, or hot-desk at work. They\u2019re usually inexpensive and easily attach to your phone\u2019s handset, but don\u2019t always pack the largest decibel-punch.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"How_Else_Can_I_Hear_Better_on_the_Phone\"><b>How Else Can I Hear Better on the Phone?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes, receiving a call from a person in a busy bar or windy street can produce a distracting level of background noise. However, many modern landline phones come with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Active_noise_control\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">noise-cancelling technology<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> built-in, which can be a boon to the hard-of-hearing and their friends.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve experienced a decrease in ease-of-use and enjoyment of your telephone despite wearing hearing aids, this may indicate a malfunctioning hearing device or deteriorating ear health. It always helps to speak to a trained audiologist for advice, especially if you\u2019re unsure which features you need for your amplified phone or require assistance using the telephone while wearing hearing aids.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Another option might be to ditch the landline completely and go completely mobile &#8211; nowadays, <a href=\"https:\/\/nationalinterest.org\/blog\/buzz\/study-only-40-percent-us-households-have-landline-135212#:~:text=Today%2C%20that%20figure%20has%20plummeted,households%20utilized%20only%20wireless%20service.\">only 6.5% of U.S. households have a landline only<\/a>! Smartphones have become the dominant and preferred method of communication for millions, and m<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ost modern smartphones have a variety of<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveunion.com\/blogs\/the-olive-branch\/smartphone-apps-for-people-with-hearing-loss\"> downloadable apps<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveunion.com\/ustest\/hearing-aid-tech-innovation-and-trends-everything-you-need-to-know\/\">functions<\/a> designed to assist those with hearing loss.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To learn more about hearing health, see our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveunion.com\/blogs\/the-olive-branch\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">other blog posts<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>The information in this guide has been written using the following reliable sources:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthyhearing.com\/help\/assistive-listening-devices\/hearing-impaired-phones\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.healthyhearing.com\/help\/assistive-listening-devices\/hearing-impaired-phones<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.agxhearing.com\/2015\/07\/31\/what-can-help-me-hear-better-on-the-phone\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.agxhearing.com\/2015\/07\/31\/what-can-help-me-hear-better-on-the-phone\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/hearingamplifiers.co\/best-amplified-phones\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/hearingamplifiers.co\/best-amplified-phones\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=kWXSNgZVcDo\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=kWXSNgZVcDo<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/hearing-loss\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/hearing-loss\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/nationalinterest.org\/blog\/buzz\/study-only-40-percent-us-households-have-landline-135212#:~:text=Today%2C%20that%20figure%20has%20plummeted,households%20utilized%20only%20wireless%20service.\">https:\/\/nationalinterest.org\/blog\/buzz\/study-only-40-percent-us-households-have-landline-135212#:~:text=Today%2C%20that%20figure%20has%20plummeted,households%20utilized%20only%20wireless%20service.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Talking on the telephone is an everyday area of life that can be made more difficult by hearing loss. 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