Summary of ClearCaptions
1. Does ClearCaptions work on cell phones?
The free ClearCaptions app turns your smartphone or tablet into a personal captioned viewing screen. Download the ClearCaptions app on your iPhone or Android smartphone, sign in and start a call right from the app.
2. What is the difference between clear caption and CaptionCall?
Unlike CapTel, CaptionCall is primarily a captioned telephone service but doesn’t offer a wide range of caption phones. However, CaptionCall does provide a dedicated calling device that works like a standard phone but with internet capabilities.
3. How do I get a caption phone?
You can ask your hearing care provider for help, or sign up directly with a captioned telephone retailer. Many people qualify for special state programs where they can obtain a captioned phone at a reduced rate or for free.
4. Is ClearCaptions phone legitimate?
Founded in 2011, ClearCaptions provides web and phone-based captioning services for people of all ages who would otherwise have difficulty communicating over the phone. The company is a certified Federal Communications Commission (FCC) provider.
5. Is there a monthly fee for a CapTel phone?
Whether you receive a CapTel phone through a program or purchase a CapTel phone directly, there are no ongoing costs beyond what you already pay for your current telephone service. CapTel telephones are available at no cost to anyone with hearing loss who needs a captioning service to communicate effectively via phone.
6. Do you need internet for a CaptionCall phone?
A captioned telephone uses the internet and Internet Protocol Captioned Telephone Service (IP CTS) instead of the traditional phone network to provide call captioning over the phone. IP CTS is a type of telecommunications relay service (TRS). But you don’t need home internet service to use call captioning.
7. How much does a clear caption phone cost?
ClearCaptions is a no-cost to you captioning service for qualified users: U.S. residents with professionally-certified hearing loss (making it difficult to use the phone) are qualified for ClearCaptions equipment, service, and support at no cost to them.
8. Do you need a landline for ClearCaptions phone?
For those that no longer have a landline, ClearCaptions now has technology available that works on cell phones and tablets.
Does ClearCaptions work on cell phones
The free ClearCaptions app turns your smartphone or tablet into a personal captioned viewing screen. Download the ClearCaptions app on your iPhone or Android smartphone, sign in and start a call right from the app.
What is the difference between clear caption and CaptionCall
Unlike CapTel, CaptionCall is primarily a captioned telephone service but doesn't offer a wide range of caption phones. However, CaptionCall does provide a dedicated calling device that works like a standard phone but with internet capabilities.
How do I get a caption phone
How do I get one You can ask your hearing care provider for help, or sign up directly with a captioned telephone retailer (see below). Many people qualify for special state programs where they can obtain a captioned phone at a reduced rate or for free.
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Is ClearCaptions phone legitimate
Founded in 2011, ClearCaptions provides web and phone-based captioning services for people of all ages who would otherwise have difficulty communicating over the phone. The company is a certified Federal Communications Commission (FCC) provider.
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Is there a monthly fee for a CapTel phone
Whether you receive a CapTel phone through a program or purchase a CapTel phone directly, there are no ongoing costs beyond what you already pay for your current telephone service. CapTel telephones are available at no cost to anyone with hearing loss who needs a captioning service to communicate effectively via phone.
Do you need internet for a CaptionCall phone
A captioned telephone uses the internet and Internet Protocol Captioned Telephone Service (IP CTS) instead of the traditional phone network to provide call captioning over the phone. IP CTS is a type of telecommunications relay service (TRS). But you don't need home internet service to use call captioning.
How much does a clear caption phone cost
ClearCaptions is a no-cost to you captioning service for qualified users: U.S. residents with professionally-certified hearing loss (making it difficult to use the phone) are qualified for ClearCaptions equipment, service and support at no cost to them.
Do you need a landline for ClearCaptions phone
For those that no longer have a landline ClearCaptions now has a home phone solution for you! With this update, our home captioning phone works with VoIP technology so our customers can make and receive captioned calls no matter what connection they use. Learn more about the ClearCaptions home phone.
How much does a CaptionCall phone cost
CaptionCall Mobile is a no-cost ADA government service provided to qualified people with hearing loss who need captions to use the phone effectively. What phone number do I use with CaptionCall Mobile You'll get an additional phone number to use with the CaptionCall Mobile app.
Who is eligible for a CapTel phone
CapTel telephones are available at no cost to anyone with hearing loss who needs a captioning service to communicate effectively via phone.
Does CaptionCall require a landline
CaptionCall, CapTel, Sprint CapTel, Hamilton CapTel, ClearCaptions, and InnoCaption are all landline-based captioned phone providers. Most are free assistive technology services that help with landline phone conversations by clearly displaying the spoken words of the individual you're talking to.
Can you get a ClearCaptions phone at no cost to you
ClearCaptions phone captioning service is completely free for qualified individuals whose hearing loss requires captions to communicate over the phone.
Do I need a landline for a CapTel phone
The high-speed Internet connection provides the captions during your calls. CapTel 2400i requires telephone service (standard dial tone) in order to make and receive calls. The telephone service may be analog, VoIP, fiber optic, DSL or digital cable service; whichever is readily available and affordable in your area.
How much does ClearCaptions cost
Requirements. ClearCaptions near real-time call captioning service is available at no cost to any U.S. resident whose hearing loss requires captions when using the phone. You may be qualified to receive ClearCaptions service at no cost to you.
Does CaptionCall require internet
A captioned telephone uses the internet and Internet Protocol Captioned Telephone Service (IP CTS) instead of the traditional phone network to provide call captioning over the phone. IP CTS is a type of telecommunications relay service (TRS). But you don't need home internet service to use call captioning.
How to get a free phone from CapTel
Hearing loss phones for federal employees
Through the Federal Relay program, active federal employees who are deaf or hard of hearing can request a Federal CapTel phone at no cost. Submit requests through the Computer/Electronic Accommodations Program (CAP), which you can learn more about here. Not a federal employee
