By Geemarc
The CL8700 Large Button Mobile Phone offers a clear display and large, easy-to-see buttons, this phone also offers an optional talking keypad and talking caller ID settings, which can be invaluable for those with visual impairments.
The Geemarc CL8700 Amplified 4G Clamshell Mobile Phone combines an incredibly easy-to-use interface, a familiar clamshell design and all the essential features of a modern smartphone. Featuring an extra-loud ringer, large buttons, a talking keypad, one touch dialling, an SOS button, along with internet access, a camera, an MP4 player and more, it's the perfect phone for someone who finds modern mobiles overwhelming, but still wants to keep up to date. Simplified doesn't have to mean limited with Geemarc!
Besides offering a clear display and large, easy-to-see buttons, this phone also offers optional talking keypad and talking caller ID settings, which can be invaluable for those with visual impairments. This keypad will read aloud all keys that are pressed, ensuring that typing errors can be noticed and corrected by the user. The talking called ID will announce the name of the contact currently calling you, ensuring you know who is trying to get in touch at all times.
The Geemarc CL8700 Amplified Mobile was designed to put the user first – making all of its functions as easy-to-use as possible. To set itself apart from the crowd, this phone features include:
This phone is specifically designed for anyone who finds complicated smart phones frustrating or difficult to use. Features like one touch memory, a large keypad that talks when you enter buttons, a high contrast screen, one touch dialling and more make this phone the easiest and most enjoyable to use on the market. If you want the advantages of a smart phone without the hassle, this is the phone for you.
This phone features an extra-loud receiver, letting you amplify the speech of your callers up to 40dB, or over 4x louder than a standard mobile phone! The ringer is also extra-loud and can be adjusted up to a massive maximum volume of 80dB (measured at 1-metre distance).
Yes, this phone features an M4/T4 compatibility rating, which lets you seamlessly connect to your hearing aid. This provides crystal clear sound directly into your ears, ensuring you hear everything that's said (learn more about M and T ratings).
This phone is equipped with a bright, high-contrast LCD screen that makes it easy to read texts, navigate the menu and see everything you need to. Text is large, letters are bright and colours are vivid, letting you see everything on the phone with ease.
This phone includes three one-touch memory keys (M1 and M2) located at the top of the keypad to make speed dialling simple. You can assign the numbers of your favourite two contacts to each one of these to allow for near-instant dialling. See the image below for a better idea:
Besides being simple and easy to use, this phone will keep you prepared in the event of an emergency. Firstly, the SOS button can send an emergency text message and dial the numbers of up to 5 of your previously selected emergency numbers, one by one, until somebody answers. Simply hold the button down for 3 seconds to activate SOS mode and cancel it by holding down for another 3 seconds. The phone also features an I.C.E function, which we'll explain in more detail below.
Useful, simple and essential, the I.C.E function lets you log your name, address, ailments, allergies, medications, blood group, GP and all other important medical information that will be displayed to whoever assists you in an emergency. This adds another layer of peace of mind, ensuring that your assistance during an emergency is as informed as possible. It also displays the names and numbers of up to four people you wish to be contacted in the case of an emergency. The I.C.E function is activated by holding the "2" key, as seen below.
Yes, this phone includes a 2-megapixel camera to let you capture important moments whenever you need. It takes videos too!
Yes, this phone is compatible with all UK mobile networks with 4G coverage. It is not locked to any service provider, allowing the user to select the appropriate network for their needs.
Yes, this phone is fully internet-ready with fast 4G capability. Once connected to a service provider or WIFI, you browse the internet.
This phone is only compatible with a Nano SIM card, which measures 12.3mm x 8.8mm x 0.67mm. If you currently use a standard size SIM card, please contact your network provider for information about transferring your data and information over to the compatible Nano size before purchase.
The CL8700 Mobile Phone can store two Nano SIM cards at the same time and you can switch between them easily, without removing either of them. This can be useful for a few reasons:
If you want to make sure you have good coverage anywhere, you can have SIMs from two different networks.
You may be using a specialised SIM for international calls and with this phone, you don't have to remove your domestic SIM to use it.
You'll need a Nano SIM card from your service provider to get this phone up and running, which can be easily installed into the back of the mobile. To install your SIM, simply:
On a full charge, the Geemarc Amplified Mobile Phone offers a huge continuous talk time of 3 and a half hours! It can also remain on standby for 4 days so it's ready whenever you need it.
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Sizing Dimensions for the CL8700 Mobile Phone
Closed: 11 x 5.5 x 1.7cm
Open: 22 x 5.5 x 1cm
Button size 12.5mm wide x 9mm depth
Technical Specifications
Battery: Li-ion1400mAH rechargeable
Battery standby: 4 days
Battery talk: 3.5 hours talk time
Charges via micro-USB
Charging time
Pod: 4 hours
Cable: 3 hours
Camera: 2 Megapixels
SAR:
Head: 0.185W/kg
Body: 0.814W/kg
Limbs: 1.328W/kg
5.1 Bluetooth
SIM: Space for up to two Nano SIM cards (SIM cards not included)
Space for SDHC Card: 32GB maximum
MP3/MP4 Player
Web Browser: Opera Mini or Dorado
Selection of 16 languages: English, French, German, Dutch, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Danish, Norwegian, Swedish, Finnish, Polish, Hungarian, Hebrew, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese
Phonebook: 2000 entries on the mobile phone, 250 on the SIM card
Freephone: 0800 002 5555
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