What features are available on the BigPurplePhone?

What features are available on the BigPurplePhone?

The BigPurplePhone is more than just a phone and not quite like any other service on the market. We have three models:

BigPurplePhone Talk&Text is just that – talking and texting only with a few simple features, no video calls or internet. See the list of features below. 

BigPurplePhone SilverFox has all the features of the Talk&Text Edition PLUS a range of additional features listed below

BigPurplePhone SilverFox+ has all the features of the SilverFox Edition in a thinner, lighter, faster mobile with a larger battery as well as wireless charging



BigPurplePhone Talk&Text 
$599
BigPurplePhone Silverfox
$749

All three phones have the following features:

  1. No Fandangle - All Menu Settings are hidden so users don't get "lost" in phone settings (volume is still available).
  2. Features are easy to find and use - it has high contrast text and there are big buttons
  3. Optional no spam feature - set the phone so only trusted contacts can call your loved one
  4. All features can be accessed by tapping, so if 'swiping' is difficult for you, you can tap your way through the phone.
  5. Phone - calls are made using picture driven contact list or large, high contrast dial pad plus big buttons to call and disconnect.
  6. Messages - Texting has never been easier with the option to either speak or type a message with our large high contrast keyboard.
  7. It is based on a secure social network – no unwanted or spam calls and SMSs, if you enable the optional Safe Callers List.
  8. Brightness Control - large full screen slider to adjust screen brightness.
  9. Find my Phone - Locate the phone, see where it is on a map and get the address.
  10. Photo - take a photograph using big buttons and just simple taps to zoom in and out.
  11. SOS Emergency call button service - this sends an SMS to the Emergency Contacts with a google map showing the phone’s location. After 10 seconds, the user has the option to also call 000 and the location is automatically sent to emergency services- regardless of SIM or mobile data. 
  12. Speakerphone - easily heard (rated at 88 Decibels, about as loud as a hairdryer).
  13. Technical support service – you speak with one of our team members when you call us to assist with your phone.
  14. Time and Date - large-size current time and date at top of screen
  15. Torch - a large button to turn on and turn off the handset LED to act as a torch.
  16. Volume - pop-out menu to set volume and select ring tones.


BigPurplePhone SilverFox Edition has the additional features:
  1. Carer Portal - Allows Carers to remotely manage the phone.
  2. Manage button - Optional access the Carer Portal via the BigPurplephone.
  3. Find My Phone - View map of BigPurplePhone's location using the Carers Portal.
  4. Video Calls - Video calls through to Contact's phone.
  5. Weather - Displays weather in the local area of the BigPurplePhone.
  6. Radio - One click radio stations.
  7. Music - Choose from six music genres, alternatively add Spotify or YouTube.
  8. Internet - Browse from a secure list of sites.
  9. MyGov - and each State/Territory Government apps.
  10. Vaccination Certificate - optional and still required for some medical facilities.
  11. Disable Apps - Ability to toggle off any apps that you do not want or use on your home screen.
  12. Disable SOS - Hide the SOS button on the BigPurplePhone
  13. Web Apps - Choose from over 70 Apps including 
    Audible, Facebook,Facebook Messenger, Gmail, Google, Google Maps, Instagram, MyGov, Outlook, Spotify, Uber, UberEats, WeChat,  WhatsApp, Yahoo!, YouTube, YouTube Music, Zoom and the Service App or website for your State or Territory.
  14. Annual and Medical Reminder - Birthdays, anniversaries and medical reminders.
  15. Low Vision Features - Extra large icons and text.
  16. BigPurpleTalkTM - Speaks the home screen, phone and keyboard in text messages as your type.
  17. Select to Speak - Highlighted text is read aloud.
  18. Accessibility - Controls visual and audio functions to make phone experience more accessible.

BigPurplePhone SilverFox+ Edition has these extra features:
  1. Lighter Handset - only 159grams so its easier to hold
  2. Thinner Handset - only 6mm thick so it's not so bulky
  3. Faster processor - quicker to perform everything 
  4. Bigger Battery - 4,800mAh battery ensures enough power to last longer between charges
  5. Wireless Charging - no need to plug in to charge, just pop on the charger