1. FIVE BEST CELL PHONES FOR SENIOR
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Offerilla 08:20 phones for seniors
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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2. Snapfon Ez Two
Of all the phones that I researched for this article, this is the only one tthhaatt’’ss eexxpplliicciittllyy
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FFeeaattuurreess --
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
DDoorroo 441100
3. Another phone that is built with seniors in mind, the Doro 410 is aa ssoommeewwhhaatt ssmmaalllleerr,,
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FFeeaattuurreess --
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
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FFeeaattuurreess --
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
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5. Though not designed for seniors, the Nokia C2-01.5 has many features tthhaatt wwiillll aappppeeaall
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FFeeaattuurreess --
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
6. JJuusstt FFiivvee
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? LLeeaavvee aa ccoommmmeenntt aanndd
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