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Phonal Tonal

Phonal Tonal

by Kelvin Sherlock

23 ratings
18 reviews
🔧 Utilities
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$0.99

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 15, 2009
  • June 27, 2025

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Kelvin Sherlock
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Explore the history of phone phreaking with this app. It generates classic phone tones like Blue Box and Red Box for nostalgic, fun, or educational experiences. Discover a variety of tones used in the past.

✓Generates historical phone tones
✓Includes Blue Box, Red Box, Green Box tones
✓Supports Special Information Tones
✓DTMF tone generation
✓Nostalgic and educational purposes
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What's New in Phonal Tonal

1.2.5

June 27, 2025

Bug fixes, minor UI updates.

User reviews

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Can you add MF decode to the decode section ?

Love the product - have had this app for many many years.

As a telecom technician and later engineer, I can decode/identify DTMF by sound, but I have not mastered MF.

Would you consider adding MF decode? I would gladly buy the app over again to get this feature? I want to be able to decode MF streams as well as DTMF using the microphone.

Thank you!

Gratefully, Livermore Telephone Company

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Tuleberg23Tuleberg23

Sound Delay

Wow, this app is GREAT!!! However along with an update came the delay in dialing quickly. Prior to my upgrade I could tap out a 13 digit number in a few seconds, now it takes Much more time. Also on my older iPhone it has now stopped working altogether and I know the update will not be happening on the old phone. Please make a few changes to allow older iPhones to continue using this app without have to also buy a new phone.
Thank you!!!
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drmortadrmorta

Sound Delay

Wow, this app is GREAT!!!
However along with an update came the delay in dialing quickly.
Prior to my upgrade I could tap out a 13 digit number in a few seconds, now it takes almost 1 second per tap.
drmortadrmorta

Awesome Little Utility

I regularly troubleshoot PSTN interfaces for digital PBX systems, and this is exactly what I wanted and more!
stephancasasstephancasas

This app is solid

I’m a telephony / collaboration engineer. been doing this stuff since before tone dialing was prevalent. This app is Solid. Simple. Does what I need PLUS more. Takes me back to the 90’s! Love it. Worth it.
SlowinagoodwaySlowinagoodway
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FAQ

What is Phonal Tonal?

Phonal Tonal is a utility app that generates various historical phone tones, such as Blue Box, Red Box, and DTMF tones. It's designed for nostalgia, fun, and educational purposes related to phone phreaking history.

What kind of tones does Phonal Tonal generate?

Phonal Tonal generates a variety of tones including Blue Box, Red Box, Green Box, Special Information Tones, and DTMF tones. These are historical sounds associated with phone phreaking.

Is Phonal Tonal free to use?

No, Phonal Tonal is a paid application. It costs $0.99 to purchase and download from the app store.

What devices is Phonal Tonal compatible with?

Phonal Tonal is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is suitable for users aged 4 and above.

How often is Phonal Tonal updated?

The app was last updated on June 27, 2025, to version 1.2.5. This indicates ongoing support and potential for future updates.

What do users like about Phonal Tonal?

Users appreciate the app's functionality and historical accuracy, contributing to its high rating of 4.8 stars from 23 ratings.

Does Phonal Tonal have ads?

No, Phonal Tonal does not contain advertisements. As a paid app, it provides an ad-free experience for users.

When was Phonal Tonal first released?

Phonal Tonal was first released on December 15, 2009. It has a long history of availability on the App Store.