Top features

Tandem App

Tandem app was designed by the BlindShell team specifically for blind and visually impaired users. 

It keeps you connected with family and friends anytime, anywhere. Plus, your loved ones can assist you remotely with phone settings or more complex apps.

Luna AI Assistant

Luna does the thinking for you managing your reminders, answering your questions, and simplifying everyday tasks like never before.

It’s just the beginning; there’s so much more to come.

3rd Party Apps

The phone offers access to a wider range of apps, putting everything you need right at your fingertips.

Hardware highlights

Loud speaker

New, improved and very loud speaker! These are the strengths of the BlindShell Classic 2. Don't worry about not hearing your phone.

Tactile keypad

BlindShell Classic 2 has a keypad with large, tactile buttons, for comfortable phone control. Designed specifically for the blind.

High-performance RAM and sufficient storage

With 3GB of RAM, the phone operates smoothly and quickly, while 32GB of internal storage gives you plenty of space for all your apps, photos, and other files.

Long life 3000 mAh battery

Large capacity battery with up to 96 hour of battery life. Higher comfort for using your phone.

USB-C cable

USB-C cabel for comfortable charging. Reversible connector fits easily to the phone. Smooth and easy way how to charge your phone.

Charging cradle

Charge your phone in a charging cradle and you will never have to look for your charging cable. Safe place for your BlindShell.

Top Features

WhatsApp

WhatsApp allows you to send text and voice messages. Stay in touch with your dear ones whenever you are online.

Voice control

Control your BlindShell phone just with your voice and simple commands. Voice control works online and for the most frequent languages also offline.

YouTube

Are you looking for some fun or do you prefer education? Try both with YouTube app. You can listen to music or watch videos on your BlindShell phone.

Web browser

You can check news, search new information, browse websites and use services which are accesible for the visually impaired.

Assistive tools

BlindShell assistive tools help you deal with daily tasks. Try our NFC tagger, magnifier, localization and color indicator and simplify your life.

Local Data Backup

All important information, such as contacts and messages, is stored on your phone's SD card.

BlindShell app catalog

Need more apps? Visit the BlindShell app catalog to find options with a BlindShell interface, customized for ease of use. Tailor your app list!List of all apps.

BlindShell Screen reader

BlindShell screen reader allows you to navigate around in standart Android apps.

Single button access to the favorite apps

The easiest way to access your favorite apps. Just press the button and save your time.

Other features

Conference Calls

Easily connect with multiple people at once and stay in touch with friends, family, or colleagues, no matter where you are.

SOS button

You can use SOS button with the assigned contact when in an emergency situation. 

FB messenger

Stay in touch with your friends wherever you are online via FB messenger. Share your experiences.

GPS location

Do you feel lost? Grab your phone and find out your location.

Games

Have some fun with your BlindShell phone! Memory game challenges your memory as well as hearing. Try also Hangman or Dice roller. 

Book Reader

Enjoy your leisure time with a favorite book. Use the Book Reader for reading audio and text books.

Email

Send and receive e-mails! BlindShell E-mail Client supports accessing mailboxes supporting IMAP protocol.

FM and Internet radio

Listen to the radio! You have thousands of internet stations and local FM broadcasts to choose from.  

MP3 Player

Listen to the radio! You have thousands of internet stations and local FM broadcasts to choose from.  

What features does BlindShell Classic 3 have? 

The phone provides a variety of useful apps and features that are always at your fingertips. There's no need to worry about feeling overwhelmed—you can choose which features to use and simply ignore the rest.

Basic functions

  • Calls
  • Speed dial numbers
  • SMS
  • SMS to multiple recipients
  • Contacts
  • Backup and import of contacts
  • FM radio and internet radio
  • Alarm clock
  • Calendar
  • Timer
  • Notes
  • Service menu
  • Favorite contacts
  • Games
  • SOS button
  • Weather forecast

Advanced functions

  • Tandem app
  • Luna - smart assistant
  • hird party apps
  • Quick access to menus
  • Quick SMS replies
  • Web browser
  • WhatsApp
  • BlindShell text reader
  • BlindShell Beep
  • Email
  • NFC object tagging
  • Music player
  • Book reader, Magnifier, GPS location, Color recognition, Audio recording

BlindShell Classic 3 Frequenty Asked Questions


What is the biggest difference between BlindShell Classic 2 and BlindShell Classic 3? 

BlindShell Classic 3 retains all the features and functionality of the previous model but comes with the addition of Luna, the virtual assistant, new Tandem app, and the ability to download third party apps. With an active touchscreen for third-party apps, users can customize their app experience to suit their preferences.


What is Tandem?

Tandem is an app developed by BlindShell to facilitate easy communication and remote assistance from anywhere in the world. You can call, chat, and remotely control your loved one's phone. Simply download the app to your phone, wait for an invitation from a BlindShell user, and everything will function like on any other communication channel. The app is fully accessible and is very simple to use, even for those who are blind and visually impaired.


Can I use the touchscreen on the entire phone?

No, the touchscreen is only active in third-party apps. However, if you prefer using a keyboard with buttons, you can choose not to use the touchscreen at all.


Does Luna, the Virtual Assistant, work offline?

No, your phone must be connected to the internet to use Luna.

Detailed specification

The box contains

  • Mobile phone, battery, USB-C wall charger, USB-C cable, earphones, lanyard, charging cradle, 3 NFC tags

Available languages

  • Arabic

  • Bulgarian

  • Czech

  • Croatian

  • Danish

  • English

  • Estonian

  • Finish

  • Flemish

  • French

  • German

  • Hebrew

  • Hungarian

  • Icelandic

  • Italian

  • Lithuanian

  • Norwegean

  • Polish

  • Portuguese

  • Romanian

  • Russian

  • Slovak

  • Slovenian

  • Spanish

  • Swedish

  • Ukrainian


Connectivity

  • WCDMA (3G): B1/B2/B4/B5/B8

  • FDD-LTE (4G):
    B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B7/B8/B12/B13/B17/B20/B25/B26/B28/B66/B71

  • TDD-LTE (4G): B38/B40/B41

  • GSM (2G): 850/900/1800/1900 MHz

  • VoLTE

  • Bluetooth: 4.2

  • WiFi: 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac)

  • GNSS: GPS, Galileo, BeiDou

  • FM radio receiver

  • NFC


Hardware

  • Dimensions: 135.2 x 54.6 x 16.7 mm
  • Weight: 100 g (phone), 49 g (battery)
  • Display: 2.83" (480 x 640)
  • Memory (RAM): 3 GB
  • Internal storage: 32 GB
  • External storage: micro SD memory card up to 128 GB (FAT32)
  • Camera: 13 MPx
  • SIM Card: Dual micro-SIM
  • Battery: 3000 mAh
  • Loudspeaker: 1.5 W
  • Microphone: Dual microphone, noise reduction
  • 3.5 stereo audio jack
  • USB Type-C
  • Buttons: SOS, Volume, Side action button
  • Indication LED
  • Camera LED flashlight
  • LED flashlight

Sensors

  • Magnetometer
  • Barometer
  • Accelerometer
  • Gyroscope
  • Proximity sensor

Certifications

  • CE, FCC, IC, ICASA, ACMA, RoHS, HAC, UN38.3, MSDS, IEC 62133
  • HAC: M3/T3