Five Best Cell Phones For Senior Citizens
For elderly people, using a normal mobile phone is quite a task in itself. Here we have chosen the best phones for the elderly.
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| Snapfon Ez Two |
Of all the phones that I researched for this article, this is the only one that’s explicitly made with seniors in mind. Visiting the website shows that its tag line is “the cell phone for seniors” so obviously the designers knew there was a market for this kind of device.
Features -
- Senior cell phone features include: speaking keypad, big buttons, enhanced volume and full color screen.
- Talk time 3-5 hours, standby 90-120 hours. No accidental dialing with keypad lock switch
- Bluetooth enabled and Hearing Aid Compatible (M3/T3)
- 2G GSM 850/900/1800/1900 mHz - NOT compatible with Verizon or Sprint.
- Available with Snapfon Service: oneCall moble 24-7 Mobile Urgent Monitoring Service
Another phone that is built with seniors in mind, the Doro 410 is a somewhat smaller, sleeker device than the Snapfon Ez One. It uses a flip-phone design and has smooth edges that make it easier to slip in and out of a pocket or bag. In other words, it looks like a fairly normal phone.
Features -
- Flip phone in burgundy that's great for seniors--large separated buttons, easy-to-read color display, and emergency SOS button
- Multiple flexible and low-cost pre-paid plans with no contract required; easy upgrade for when you need more minutes; discounts to AARP members
- Access to text messaging; Bluetooth and speakerphone for hands-free communication; FM radio
- Up to 4 hours of talk time, up to 280 hours (11+ days) of standby time; released in October, 2009
The Jitterbug is Samsung’s entry into the easy-to-use phone market. It’s been around for some time and generally received good reviews over its life. While the exterior features a jelly-bean like design, flipping it open reveals an interior that has large buttons and an LCD with big, high-contrast text.
Features -
- Backlit keypad with bigger buttons and a bright color screen
- Easy to navigate with simple "YES" or "NO" buttons
- One-touch access to an Operator, who can help manage your Calendar or Phone Book
- Powered by one of the nation's largest and most dependable wireless networks
- 24/7 US-Based Customer Service for no additional fees
Though not designed for seniors, the Nokia C2-01.5 has many features that will appeal to them. It is a simple, basic phone with an easy to use layout. It doesn’t have large keys or a display that only uses large text, but this also means that if offers more functionality.
Features -
- Quad-band GSM cell phone compatible with 850/900/1800/1900 frequencies and US/International 3G compatibility via 900/1900/2100 UMTS/HSDPA (AT&T)
- 3G-enabled candybar phone with easy access to e-mail and social networks; customize with apps from the Ovi Store
- 3.2-megapixel camera/camcorder; Bluetooth stereo music; microSD memory expansion to 16 GB; media player and FM radio
- Up to 4.5 hours of talk time, up to 450 hours (18.75 days) of standby time; released in March, 2011
- What's in the Box: handset, rechargeable battery, charger, stereo headset, quick start guide
- 3.2 MP camera with 4x digital zoom; view pics on the crystal clear 2 inch QVGA display, and then share them via MMS, your favorite social network, email or IM
Just Five
When it comes to mobiles for seniors, all phones feature a big keypad and big character display. The major benefit of this phone is the emergency response feature, but in India you won't be able to use it.
Features -
- Extremely Easy to Use
- Big Buttons
- Amplified Sound
- Personal Emergensy Response System (PERS)
Do you know of a great phone for a senior that isn’t listed here? Leave a comment and let everyone know about it! I selected the phones above carefully, but I had to cut out some decent devices in the process.