HMD Barbie
| Year of Release | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Average Price | $199 |
| Actual Display Size | 2.8 inches |
| Internet Access | Wi-Fi and Mobile Broadband |
| Operating System | Android |
| Description | See accessibility features and options below. |
| Operating System | Google Android |
| Network Capability | 4G, 5G |
| Button Type | Physical Keypad |
Where can I get this device?
Also available at other retailers.
Accessibility Features
Cognitive
- Additional Instructions
- Copy and Paste
- GPS
- Photo Telephone List
Hearing Impairment and Deaf
- Allows for sign language communication
- Bluetooth or Wi-Fi
- Front Facing Camera
- Text Messaging/SMS
- Vibrating Alerts - Adjustable
- Video Communications - Two-way
Physical
- Automatic Answer
- Bluetooth or Wi-Fi
- Guarded/Recessed Keys
- Headset - plug connected
- Physical Dialling Keys
- Predictive Text
- Speaker-phone option
- Voice Control / Personal Assistant
Speech
- Allows for sign language communication
- Bluetooth or Wi-Fi
- Messaging Options - Email
- Messaging Options - IM
- Messaging Options - MMS
- Predictive Text
Vision
- Accessibility APIs supported
- Battery Alert - Audible
- Bluetooth or Wi-Fi
- Brightness Adjustable
- High Contrast Mode
- Key Marker – Raised '5'
- Key Numbers - Standard Layout
- Key Press - Vibration or Click
- Power Cue
- Screen Magnifier
- Text Size Adjustable
- Text Style Adjustable
Where can I get this device?
Accessible Telecoms is a resource that provides free information on the accessibility features of different devices, however does not act as a retailer for those devices. Click on the links to view retailers that sell this device.
- View Device at Telstra
- View Device at Officeworks
- View Device at JB Hifi
- Also available at other retailers.
More Information
HMD Barbie phone webpage
View InformationHMD Barbie PDF
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