Cell Phones

While cell phones are getting smaller and more complicated, there are services for customers who want a simple, easy to use phone.


Click here to read a review of various phones recommended for Seniors. You may have to enter into a yearly contract to acquire one of these phones.

Jitterbug is a service that specializes in phones for Baby Boomers. You pay for the phone up front, and then can buy into various plans. They claim to have 24 customer service for assistance in using your phone. These phones do not necessarily include a service plan.

Click here to read an article about Seniors and cell phone usage that highlights Jitterbug.


UPDATE March 2008. Motorola has a simple, relatively cheap (<$50) phone called the 'Motorola Motofone F3'. The phone is for basic usage such as phone calls and text messaging. The phone appears to have relatively large buttons and a large screen that can easily be seen in daylight or dark. It also has a 'phonebook' so that you can save all your phone numbers. The phone comes unlocked which means you can just insert the little SIM card from ATT/Cingular or Verizon or whomever and the phone should work. The phone appears to be very durable and has a long lasting battery. It was initially designed for less affluent markets.

Some people don't like it because it does NOT have a color screen or internet capabilities. For basic calling and texting, this phone appears to be a winner.

Click here for the Pricegrabber.com review and availability.

Click here for the Amazon.com review and availability, BUT PLEASE NOTE THAT THE PHONE ADVERTISED ON AMAZON DOES NOT INCLUDE A WARRANTY FOR U.S. CUSTOMERS.