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1 January 2025
What Is Presbycusis?

Do you find it difficult to have a conversation with your family? Do you struggle meeting new people because you can’t hear them? Do you turn up the television every evening just to hear it? If the answer is yes, you may be suffering from presbycusis. Originating from the Greek words presbys (old) and akousis (hearing), presbycusis refers to the gradual loss of hearing that affects around 30-35% of adults aged between 65 and 75 years of age. It is caused by the one thing we have no control over: time.

1 January 2025  |  John
The Best Phone for the Elderly

Are you looking for the perfect telephone for an elderly relative? At Amplified Telephones, we're here to help you make the right choice! Carefully selected by our product experts, our Top 5 Phones for the Elderly are sure to make communication with your loved one easier.

1 January 2025  |  John
The Best Hard of Hearing Mobile Phones

For the hard of hearing, using a mobile phone can be a daunting prospect. Even though they can help you stay connected with family and friends, they’re no good at it if you can’t hear what’s being said! Here at Amplified Telephones we have a wide range of mobile phones designed for the hearing impaired to choose from. In fact, it can be difficult to find the best hard of hearing mobile phone for you from our selection.

1 January 2025  |  John
A Guide to Corded Amplified Telephones

Choosing an amplified telephone which is right for you can be a real challenge. Deciding between each phone and their different features can be very hard. Check out our handy guide to all the corded amplified phones available on Amplified Telephones.

1 January 2025  |  Eugene
Best Alarm Clocks for the Hard of Hearing - Amplicomms TCL 400 vs Bellman Alarm Clock Classic

Waking up in the morning can be difficult, and for the hard of hearing it can seem down right impossible. While standard alarm clocks will get the job done for most people, individuals with hearing impairments may face an entirely different challenge, as alarm clocks need to be equipped with plenty of extra features to make sure they'll get you out of bed on time. Today at AmplifiedTelephones.co.uk, we're comparing two of our best extra-loud alarm clocks: the Amplicomms TCL 400 Extra-Loud Radio-Controlled Alarm Clock and the Bellman Alarm Clock Classic for the Hard of Hearing.

1 January 2025
Our Top 5 Amplified Phones for Severe Hearing Loss

Severe hearing loss can have a devastating effect on your social life. We stock phones suitable even for individuals with very poor hearing, and with our top 5 suggestions, you can find the right one for you in no time.

1 January 2025
Which SIM Card Do I Need?

There's nothing worse than being left stuck asking: Which SIM Card Do I Need? To keep things simple we've written this basics-only explanation to which SIM card is which, and where you can find out which you need.

1 January 2025
M and T Hearing Aid Ratings Explained

M and T ratings – or Microphone and Telecoil ratings – can seem confusing at first. In M and T Hearing Aid Ratings Explained we help you get your head around the ratings to find the right mobile phone.

1 January 2025
Top 5 Best Corded Amplified Telephones

At Amplified Telephones, we understand how isolating hearing loss can be. No one wants to feel alone, cut off from their loved ones just because they can’t hear the phone ringing. Hearing impairments should not have a negative impact on you or your loved ones though, not when there is the simple solution of an amplified telephone. Telephones for the hard of hearing differ dramatically in style, amplification and design... and we have them all!

1 January 2025
Make Your Home Friendly for the Hard of Hearing

When you're hard of hearing, things others take for granted can present a daily struggle. We're here to help you make your home friendly for the hard of hearing with our range of specialised home products.


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