RealSam UK

💫 Passionate about supporting the blind & partially sighted community
💫 Home of RealSAM Pocket and Re Find out more at www.realsam.co.uk

RealSAM Pocket is the fully voice-controlled mobile phone, media player and assistant for people with sight loss. RealSAM Pocket launched in the UK in 2018, in partnership with the RNIB and O2, as an easy to use mobile phone with features to help Blind and Visually Impaired people. These features include unlimited access to audio books, newspapers, magazines, podcasts and radio stations plus an inbuilt magnifier, navigation support and video access to Be My Eyes. In 2022, RealSAM Pocket launched in the US wth new features including optical character recognition to read printed or handwritten text and object recognition. With a range of contract and pricing options available, there is a RealSAM Pocket product that's right for you.

01/09/2025

September Picks are in, get ready to curl up and welcome Autumn with some juicy new reads!

This month our picks are…

The Retreat by Sarah Pearse— a psychological thriller
Pompeii by Robert Harris— a historical fiction
The People on Platform 5 by Clare Pooley— a feel-good fiction

We hope you’ve been enjoying discussing our picks for August and you’re ready to dive into some new stories. Take your pick, or read all three!

Check out BookClub here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BBAeym9CF/

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01/09/2025

September Pick 3 is feel-good fiction!

The People on Platform 5 by Clare Pooley

A Sunday Times bestseller and Richard & Judy Book Club pick, this heartwarming novel has been praised for its warmth, wit, and relatable characters. Narrated by Clare Corbett, it’s uplifting and full of charm.

What it’s about:
Every day, a group of strangers share the same London commuter train. After months of silence, one small act of kindness changes everything, sparking unexpected friendships that transform their lives. Pooley’s novel is a gentle reminder of the joy found in everyday connections—perfect for September listening.

Check out RealSAM BookClub here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14HMx4mcv4p/

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01/09/2025

September Pick 2 is historical fiction!

Pompeii by Robert Harris

First published in 2003, this bestselling novel was praised for its gripping storytelling and historical detail. Narrated by acclaimed actor Steven Pacey, Pompeii is both dramatic and richly atmospheric.

What it’s about:
Set in the days before Mount Vesuvius erupts, the story follows Attilius, a Roman engineer sent to fix the failing aqueduct. But as tremors shake the earth and strange signs appear, he realises something much bigger is coming. Blending corruption, politics, and science, Harris creates a vivid portrait of Roman life—culminating in the terrifying, awe-inspiring eruption itself.

Check out RealSAM BookClub here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14HMx4mcv4p/

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01/09/2025

September Pick 1 is a psychological thriller!

The Retreat by Sarah Pearse

Perfect for early autumn, this slow-burn thriller mixes psychological drama with classic crime. Narrated by UK actress Gemma Whelan (Game of Thrones), it’s packed with tension, secrets, and atmosphere.

What it’s about:
On a remote Devon island, a luxury wellness retreat turns deadly when a guest is found dead. Detective Elin Warner arrives to investigate, only to find the island holds old tragedies and dangerous secrets. As the summer crowds fade and isolation sets in, nothing is as peaceful as it seems—and danger lurks closer than anyone realises.

Check out RealSAM BookClub here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14HMx4mcv4p/

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11/08/2025

Fun Fact: Did you know the first audiobook was… Agatha Christie?

In 1935, the very first Talking Book was recorded for blind readers in the UK — and it was none other than Agatha Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd.

Join RealSAM BookClub for more fun facts...

Check out BookClub here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Jg6pyGqgZ/

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07/08/2025

Can we share a secret?.... We’ve started a book club, designed specifically for low-vision and blind readers, and open to everyone who loves a good story.

But first, we want to hear from you! What kind of books would you love to see featured?

📖 A gripping mystery?
💘 A slow-burn romance?
🧠 A thought-provoking memoir?

Comment your favourite genre below or tell us the last book you couldn’t put down.👇

Check out BookClub here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Jg6pyGqgZ/

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05/08/2025

Our BookClub picks for August are in! We know you’re excited to get into them— and so are we!

Check out BookClub here 👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Jg6pyGqgZ/

This month's picks are…

🔎 Pick no.1 is crime fiction: The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman

🐙 Pick no.2 is a mystery: Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt

🏝 Pick 3 is a historical thriller: Hearts of Stone by Simon Scarrow

We have just posted a summary of each book in the group. Check them out and see which world you feel like diving into this month. If you’re feeling hungry for a challenge, you can read all three!

I know I can’t wait to sink my teeth into some crime fiction, and I’m looking forward to discussing my thoughts with you when we release the discussion prompts on the 25th— I’m sure we’ll all have lots!

Ready, set, read!

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04/08/2025

We’re excited to be launching something new… Meet RealSAM BookClub – a Facebook social reading group built specifically for blind and partially sighted people.

Here’s how it works:

📚 Each month, we pick 3 accessible books – in different genres, all recommended by published authors.

🗣 You choose what to read, and join the conversation in your own way.

🎧 You don't need a RealSAM device to join BookClub! However, all BookClub picks are accessible in the RNIB Library, available on your RealSAM pocket, making it as easy as saying the word to join in.

No pressure. No paperwork. Just good books, great chats, and a community that reads differently.

Check out BookClub here 👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Jg6pyGqgZ/

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21/05/2025

To mark the launch, we’re offering £200 off Pocket Plus for a limited time.

There’s no catch, no pressure—just a genuine invitation to try something designed with your needs at the centre.

Because accessibility shouldn’t be an afterthought, and support shouldn’t stop after purchase.

👉 https://realsam.co.uk/realsam-pocket-plus/

Learn more about Pocket Plus and join our community today.

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16/05/2025

No commands. No confusion. Just ask.

Your voice-activated Pocket Plus Assistant is ready to remind you, answer questions, and keep your day on track—all in plain, natural language.

It’s daily planning made simple, for everyone.

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The text in the image reads: Be in Control: RealSAM Assistant

Your daily organiser with a personal touch. Set reminders for anything from taking medication to remembering a birthday. Ask Plus to find information online or tell you what’s on today’s schedule. It understands natural language, so there’s no need to remember commands—just speak like you would to a friend.

15/05/2025

We’re proud to be launching Pocket Plus today—on Global Accessibility Awareness Day—because we believe accessibility should be built in, not added on later.

Pocket Plus is a fully voice-operated device built for people with sight loss. It works without needing to see a screen– no complicated buttons or apps. Speak naturally, and Pocket Plus will understand you and respond.

Today’s launch isn’t just about new tech. It’s about making sure people with vision loss can access the same level of independence and support as simply as anyone else.

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In celebration of Global Accessibility Awareness Day this month, we are proud to announce the launch of RealSAM PocketPlus…

Pocket Plus is not just a phone — It's the key to a community.

Meet the RealSAM community features:

RealSAM Connect: Your hands-free line to friends, family, and support with built-in SOS emergency feature.
RealSAM Book Club: Access to stories, knowledge and entertainment with personalised recommendations.
RealSAM Assistant: Your daily organiser that understands natural language for effortless control.
RealSAM Companion: Real-time spoken directions and object identification for independence on the go.

Powerful tools for daily independence: From staying in touch with family, to finding your way, to choosing your next great audiobook—Pocket Plus gives you discreet, powerful tools for daily independence. RealSAM Pocket Plus. Join the community.

10/05/2025

Staying connected doesn’t have to mean squinting at screens or fumbling with buttons.

With Pocket Plus, just say the name and you're calling or texting your loved ones hands-free. Jump into WhatsApp chats or even trigger an SOS if you need help fast.

✨ RealSAM Pocket Plus: independence with connection built in.

Learn more: https://realsam.co.uk/realsam-pocket-plus-v3/

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Your hands-free line to friends, family, and support. Make calls, send texts, and join WhatsApp conversations using just your voice. Plus comes with a built-in SOS emergency feature, so you can get help in a hurry if you need it. Staying connected is essential, and Pocket Plus makes it easy.

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The voice controlled smart phone & media player for people with sight loss

RealSAM In Your Pocket is the UK’s first fully voice-activated smart phone, media player and personal assistant for its two million people living with sight loss*.

The result of a two-year collaboration between the RNIB, O2 and Australian Artificial Intelligence developers, RealThing AI, In Your Pocket features a simple accessible voice interface, where users can ask ‘SAM’ for help in everyday life. This includes turning on its inbuilt video magnifier when reading labels while shopping, or its custom-built navigation software that allows users to bookmark landmarks when travelling alone and be guided back with direction and distance. SAM also connects directly to Be My Eyes, an online community of over two million volunteers who help people with sight loss through a live video call.

Recently launched on the Galaxy xCover 4s and now IP68 rated, In Your Pocket is waterproof, with an extended battery life and faster processor. Prices start at £25.99 a month as part of a two-year contract, offering unlimited access to RealSAM In Your Pocket’s entertainment library, UK calls and texts and a choice of data plan with O2.

All customers are offered 121 telephone support with setting up their handset and have access to a UK based helpline staffed by both a sighted and visually impaired team. – Call 0333 772 7708 to reserve yours now or visit www.inyourpocket.net

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