For the elderly, Samsung has developed a simpler mobile phone with larger buttons, easy-to-read text, a comfortable shape and better sound quality.Designed by wireless industry veteran Martin Cooper and GreatCall's Arlene Harris, the Samsung-Based Jitterbug OneTouch Cell Phone
handset comes with personalized services including an easy way to retrieve messages, a live operator for call-related support, and toll-free secure access to a personal phone list from any phone.
"Boomers want to help their parents enjoy all the benefits that technology can contribute to bringing families closer together, without putting them through the angst of learning high tech devices they don't feel comfortable with," said Tim Bajarin, president of Creative Strategies.
"Boomers also are seeking innovative ways to provide well-being support remotely. Jitterbug helps fulfill both objectives with its natural, intuitive interface of both handset and service."
Jitterbug cell phone and services options include the SimpleSOS and Simple30 plans, plus the Jitterbug Dial full-keypad model in white or graphite.