BlindShell History
2013
The BlindShell idea came from a master thesis that was focusing on the possibilities how to make smartphones more accessible for the blind and visually impaired.
2014
In 2014 BlindShell won The Idea Of The Year award and Vodafone foundation helped us to launch the whole project.
Facts about the blind
According to the World Health Organization, there are more than 2.2 billion visually impaired people in the world, of which more than 40 million are blind.
Where are we now?
BlindShell is currently available in 23 countries worldwide. In late 2019 we successfully entered the market in the United States and we have big plans there in the world of assistive technologies.
Who is helping us?
We cooperate with Czech Blind United association and we also listen to the feedback from our customers.
2019
In 2019 BlindShell took the15th place in the Rising Star category of the prestigious Deloitte Technology Fast 50 CE.
2020
BlindShell Classic & Lite
BlindShell sells 2 models of its own phones worldwide.
2021
BlindShell Classic 2
The new mobile phone for the visually impaired, providing unique hardware, tactile keypad, voice control and loud speaker, creating the perfect phone for the blind.
Communication with no limits!
2024
BlindShell Classic 3
The newest BlindShell phone for blind and visually impaired builds on everything you loved about the BlindShell Classic 2 and adds even more exciting features.
Go Beyond limits!
BlindShell team
At our Prague branch, a team of enthusiasts works on developing and bringing BlindShell phones to users all around the world. It’s more than just a job – we really care about making a difference.
To support BlindShell users in the best way possible, our customer support team is based in the United States.
What we rely on
Designed By The Blind And Visually Impaired
We develop our phones in cooperation with the blind and visually impaired community, testing every detail.
Outstanding Custumer Service
We take care of our customers and help them with everything they need. We are always here for them.
Simple And Intuitive Control
We design our phones to make them as easy as possible but still smart, to help with everything necessary but also to entertain.
Lifetime Free Update
We are not resting on our laurels; we continuously improve our phones, design new features, and provide updates, all free of charge for all clients throughout the entire product lifecycle.
What we have already achieved
Delloitte Fast 50 2019
Winner - European Youth Award 2015
DHL UNICREDIT Exporter award 2017
Idea of the year 2014 Winner
Deloitte NOTED 2017
BlindShell phones
Have a look at our phones that make every day easier for the blind and visually impaired
