Telecommunications are an important part of our everyday lives, from accessing government services, to keeping in touch with family and friends.
With the overload of information available on telecommunication products today, finding the right equipment to meet your specific communications needs can be tiring.
This is no less true for the more than four million Australians who identify as having a disability.
"The Accessible Telecoms project is Australia's first independent and up-to-date guide to mainstream and assistive telecommunication products suitable for people with disability," a company spokesman said.
"This is a free service that can be used by anyone, including people with disability, their families and carers, service providers and advocates.
"This service allows you to search for telephones and tablets by brand or model name, or by selecting the type of device, type of disability or user needs and the desired features.
"Accessible Telecoms also provides information about accessories, apps, product set-up, training and on-going support.
"Our newly improved website allows you to filter results by price, screen size or operating system as well, so you can find exactly what you are looking for.
"On the website, there is a section with help if you want to learn how to use your devices which includes a list of training organisations in different states.
"Visit the National Relay Service section to find out how the NRS can help you make and receive calls."
The Accessible Telecoms project has been developed by the Australian Communication Consumer Network (ACCAN).
It is made possible thanks to a readiness grant from the national Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA).
ACCAN has enlisted IDEAS (Information on Disability Education and Awareness Service) to deliver the information via their website and call centre.
The Accessible Telecoms project can be accessed at their website (including live chat), email, fax or phone on 1800 029 904.
- Visit: www.accessibletelecoms.org.au