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Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for Cell Phones For Seniors.

If you're a senior citizen, you may be feeling the need for a little help with your cell phone. Maybe you want to be able to take pictures, send texts, or use social media, but aren't sure how to do all of that. Or maybe you just want something that's easy to use and will make it easier for friends and family to reach you. Whatever your needs may be, here are some of the best cell phones for seniors.

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  1. Tracfone - BLU Flex 8GB Prepaid - Black - Front_Zoom

    Model: TFBLB300VC3PWP
    SKU: 6577432
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    "Flip phone for autistic son...Good service , needed a good phone for my son with mental disabilities...Great Phone for senior...It’s a great phone for senior citizens to use, it easy to understand and use"

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    For simplicity at its finest, right when you need it – flip open the BLU FLEX from Tracfone. Speed through your to-do list with easy-to-read buttons, convenient shortcut keys, and the power of a Qualcomm Snapdragon 215 processor. After you’re done taking care of business, have some fun with a wide selection of apps and games available to download from the app store. And with 4G connectivity, plus the option to easily share your internet connection, you’ll be able to fire up your laptop and get back to work. Tackle your day with the BLU FLEX from Tracfone . Get an unlimited talk & text single-line plan starting at only $15/month with no contract. To activate this device, a Tracfone plan is required. Shop for the BLU FLEX online today.
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    "Flip phone for autistic son...Good service , needed a good phone for my son with mental disabilities...Great Phone for senior...It’s a great phone for senior citizens to use, it easy to understand and use"

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    For simplicity at its finest, right when you need it – flip open the BLU FLEX from Tracfone. Speed through your to-do list with easy-to-read buttons, convenient shortcut keys, and the power of a Qualcomm Snapdragon 215 processor. After you’re done taking care of business, have some fun with a wide selection of apps and games available to download from the app store. And with 4G connectivity, plus the option to easily share your internet connection, you’ll be able to fire up your laptop and get back to work. Tackle your day with the BLU FLEX from Tracfone . Get an unlimited talk & text single-line plan starting at only $15/month with no contract. To activate this device, a Tracfone plan is required. Shop for the BLU FLEX online today.
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    Your price for this item is $29.99
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  2. Tracfone - BLU View 5 64GB Prepaid - Black - Front_Zoom

    Model: TFBLB160VC3PWP
    SKU: 6577431
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    "However, don’t expect iPhone quality and performance. Best suited for seniors or non professionals....Great for kids starter....For the price phone is great. Just buy your plan. "

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    The BLU View 5 from Tracfone is everything you need – with a side of style. Relaxing at home for some YOU time? Enjoy all your favorite content on an immersive 6.5 inch HD curved display. Out exploring the world? Bring out your inner photographer with a 13MP Dual HD main camera and 8MP front camera. And with a 4000mAh battery, you’re good to go, wherever you go – all on America’s Most Reliable Network* with speed, hotspot capability, international calling and exclusive discounts. Take on the world with your BLU View 5 from Tracfone. Get an Unlimited talk & text single-line plan starting at only $15/month with no contract. To activate this device, a Tracfone plan is required. Shop for a Blu View 5 online today.
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    "However, don’t expect iPhone quality and performance. Best suited for seniors or non professionals....Great for kids starter....For the price phone is great. Just buy your plan. "

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    The BLU View 5 from Tracfone is everything you need – with a side of style. Relaxing at home for some YOU time? Enjoy all your favorite content on an immersive 6.5 inch HD curved display. Out exploring the world? Bring out your inner photographer with a 13MP Dual HD main camera and 8MP front camera. And with a 4000mAh battery, you’re good to go, wherever you go – all on America’s Most Reliable Network* with speed, hotspot capability, international calling and exclusive discounts. Take on the world with your BLU View 5 from Tracfone. Get an Unlimited talk & text single-line plan starting at only $15/month with no contract. To activate this device, a Tracfone plan is required. Shop for a Blu View 5 online today.
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    Your price for this item is $29.99
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  3. Tracfone - TCL 40 XE 5G 64GB Prepaid - Black - Front_Zoom

    Model: TFALT609DCP
    SKU: 6593798

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    Whant a fantastic budget-friendly smartphone? Get the TCL 40XE 5G from Tracfone. This is a great device that packs a punch with its 6.56" HD+ display featuring NXTVISION® technology for vibrant visuals and smooth animations. It boasts a triple rear camera system, including a 13MP main camera, perfect for capturing stunning photos. Powered by the MediaTek® Dimensity 700 5G processor, it ensures fast performance and seamless connectivity. The 5000mAh battery keeps you going all day, and the secure biometric access with face unlock and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor adds an extra layer of protection. Plus, every Tracfone plan comes with Unlimited Carryover®, so you keep unused monthly data, texts or minutes for when you need them most*. Get an unlimited talk & text single-line plan starting at only $15/month with no contract. To activate this device, a Tracfone plan is required. Shop for the TCL 40XE 5G from Tracfone online today. 5G access requires a 5G-capable device in a 5G coverage area.
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    Whant a fantastic budget-friendly smartphone? Get the TCL 40XE 5G from Tracfone. This is a great device that packs a punch with its 6.56" HD+ display featuring NXTVISION® technology for vibrant visuals and smooth animations. It boasts a triple rear camera system, including a 13MP main camera, perfect for capturing stunning photos. Powered by the MediaTek® Dimensity 700 5G processor, it ensures fast performance and seamless connectivity. The 5000mAh battery keeps you going all day, and the secure biometric access with face unlock and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor adds an extra layer of protection. Plus, every Tracfone plan comes with Unlimited Carryover®, so you keep unused monthly data, texts or minutes for when you need them most*. Get an unlimited talk & text single-line plan starting at only $15/month with no contract. To activate this device, a Tracfone plan is required. Shop for the TCL 40XE 5G from Tracfone online today. 5G access requires a 5G-capable device in a 5G coverage area.
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  4. Tracfone - Motorola moto g play 2024 64GB Prepaid - Blue - Front_Zoom
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    "Awesome phone for the money! A very good value. I would highly recommend for people not wanting to pay tons of money for a phone....This is a phone for a tween in the neighborhood whose family couldn’t afford one for her. "

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    The moto g Play from Tracfone dials up the excitement without losing function. Feel the power of the new Snapdragon 680 processor and indulge your ears with Dolby Atmos and High-Res Audio. Take spectacular selfies with an 8MP front camera and capture night photos like a true professional with Quad Pixel technology. Since you’ll be taking a ton of photos – hold everything you need with 64GB of internal storage, expandable to 1TB with a microSD card. And with a long-lasting 5000mAh battery – do it all on the Network America relies on, with speed, hotspot capability, international calling and exclusive discounts. Plus every Tracfone plan comes with Unlimited Carryover, so you keep unused monthly data, texts or minutes for when you need them most*. Stay in control with a moto g Play from Tracfone. Get a single line unlimited talk & text plus data plan starting at only $20/month with no contract. To activate this device, a Tracfone plan is required. Shop for a moto g Play online today. *Service must be active and in use within any six month period.
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    "Awesome phone for the money! A very good value. I would highly recommend for people not wanting to pay tons of money for a phone....This is a phone for a tween in the neighborhood whose family couldn’t afford one for her. "

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    The moto g Play from Tracfone dials up the excitement without losing function. Feel the power of the new Snapdragon 680 processor and indulge your ears with Dolby Atmos and High-Res Audio. Take spectacular selfies with an 8MP front camera and capture night photos like a true professional with Quad Pixel technology. Since you’ll be taking a ton of photos – hold everything you need with 64GB of internal storage, expandable to 1TB with a microSD card. And with a long-lasting 5000mAh battery – do it all on the Network America relies on, with speed, hotspot capability, international calling and exclusive discounts. Plus every Tracfone plan comes with Unlimited Carryover, so you keep unused monthly data, texts or minutes for when you need them most*. Stay in control with a moto g Play from Tracfone. Get a single line unlimited talk & text plus data plan starting at only $20/month with no contract. To activate this device, a Tracfone plan is required. Shop for a moto g Play online today. *Service must be active and in use within any six month period.
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    Your price for this item is $39.99
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  5. Boost Mobile - Summit 5G 64GB Prepaid - Vista Blue - Front_Zoom

    Model: CS339DSMTBL64RB
    SKU: 6593786
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    "Perfect for young kids...Bought for our 4&5 year olds to play games on. Good for the price and perfect for kids. ...Great phone for the price...I bought this phone for my six old son for Christmas and he loves it."

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    Scale new heights with the lightning-fast Summit 5G. Featuring sleek design, vibrant 6.6” display, dual camera and a long-lasting 5000mAh battery. Set the bar high for next-gen connectivity at an affordable price.
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    "Perfect for young kids...Bought for our 4&5 year olds to play games on. Good for the price and perfect for kids. ...Great phone for the price...I bought this phone for my six old son for Christmas and he loves it."

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    Scale new heights with the lightning-fast Summit 5G. Featuring sleek design, vibrant 6.6” display, dual camera and a long-lasting 5000mAh battery. Set the bar high for next-gen connectivity at an affordable price.
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    Your price for this item is $49.99
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  6. Total by Verizon - iPhone SE (3rd Generation) 64GB Prepaid - Midnight - Front_Zoom
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    "Good for the price...Great price for something simple. Bought as a minute phone for a child"

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    Serious power meets serious value with the iPhone SE in Red from Total by Verizon. A lightning-fast A15 Bionic chip and fast 5G connectivity make this the most powerful 4.7-inch iPhone ever. Enjoy up to 15 hours of video playback on a Retina HD display made from the toughest glass available in a smartphone. Go big with stellar battery life and a superstar camera system featuring a 12MP Wide camera, Smart HDR 4, Photographic Styles, Portrait mode, and 4K video up to 60 fps. Share the moment with friends and family in stunning detail on the 7MP FaceTime HD camera with 1080p video recording. This iPhone is built for life-on-the-go with a durable, IP67 water resistant design and a Home button with secure Touch ID. You’ll love the power and the possibilities of iOS 15, which packs new features to do more with iPhone than ever before. Never compromise with Total by Verizon. Get Unlimited talk, text & high speed data plans starting at only $30/mo. for a single line. To activate this device, a Total by Verizon plan is required. Shop for a iPhone SE online today.
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    "Good for the price...Great price for something simple. Bought as a minute phone for a child"

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    Serious power meets serious value with the iPhone SE in Red from Total by Verizon. A lightning-fast A15 Bionic chip and fast 5G connectivity make this the most powerful 4.7-inch iPhone ever. Enjoy up to 15 hours of video playback on a Retina HD display made from the toughest glass available in a smartphone. Go big with stellar battery life and a superstar camera system featuring a 12MP Wide camera, Smart HDR 4, Photographic Styles, Portrait mode, and 4K video up to 60 fps. Share the moment with friends and family in stunning detail on the 7MP FaceTime HD camera with 1080p video recording. This iPhone is built for life-on-the-go with a durable, IP67 water resistant design and a Home button with secure Touch ID. You’ll love the power and the possibilities of iOS 15, which packs new features to do more with iPhone than ever before. Never compromise with Total by Verizon. Get Unlimited talk, text & high speed data plans starting at only $30/mo. for a single line. To activate this device, a Total by Verizon plan is required. Shop for a iPhone SE online today.
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    Your price for this item is $179.99
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  7. Total by Verizon - Motorola moto g play 2024 64GB Prepaid - Blue - Front_Zoom
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    "This phone works well for the purpose it's being used for, meaning an organization that gets very few calls....It’s good for the priced paid. Bought one for my 13 yrs old elsewhere. "

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    A long-lasting battery, an amazing camera, and tons of storage – the moto g Play from Total by Verizon has it all. Feel the power of the new Snapdragon 680 processor and indulge your ears with Dolby Atmos and High-Res Audio. Take spectacular selfies with an 8MP front camera and capture night photos like a true professional with Quad Pixel technology. Since you’ll be taking a ton of photos – hold everything you need with 64GB of internal storage, expandable to 1TB with a microSD card. And with a long-lasting 5000mAh battery – do it all on the Network America relies on, with speed, hotspot capability, international calling and exclusive discounts. Never compromise with Total by Verizon. Get a high-speed data and unlimited talk & text plan starting at only $30/month with no contract. To activate this device, a Total by Verizon plan is required. Shop for a moto g Play online today.
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    "This phone works well for the purpose it's being used for, meaning an organization that gets very few calls....It’s good for the priced paid. Bought one for my 13 yrs old elsewhere. "

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    A long-lasting battery, an amazing camera, and tons of storage – the moto g Play from Total by Verizon has it all. Feel the power of the new Snapdragon 680 processor and indulge your ears with Dolby Atmos and High-Res Audio. Take spectacular selfies with an 8MP front camera and capture night photos like a true professional with Quad Pixel technology. Since you’ll be taking a ton of photos – hold everything you need with 64GB of internal storage, expandable to 1TB with a microSD card. And with a long-lasting 5000mAh battery – do it all on the Network America relies on, with speed, hotspot capability, international calling and exclusive discounts. Never compromise with Total by Verizon. Get a high-speed data and unlimited talk & text plan starting at only $30/month with no contract. To activate this device, a Total by Verizon plan is required. Shop for a moto g Play online today.
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    Your price for this item is $49.99
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  8. Boost Mobile - moto g play 2024 64GB Prepaid - Black - Front_Zoom
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    "Good for the price...The phone is good for the price. Works well. Nice picture quality...Pretty good for 10$...Bought a prepaid card to get for 10$ not bad for a quick fix. Much less than what boost wanted for same phone"

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    The new moto g play - 2024 gives you all the speed you need for great entertainment. Bring it to life with a fast-refreshing 90Hz display along with stereo speakers and Dolby Atmos. Capture sharp photos with a 50MPcamera. Enjoy 64GB of built in storage for your favorite content. And keep the fun going nonstop with a 5000mAH battery. Great things are here with moto g play - 2024.
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    "Good for the price...The phone is good for the price. Works well. Nice picture quality...Pretty good for 10$...Bought a prepaid card to get for 10$ not bad for a quick fix. Much less than what boost wanted for same phone"

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    The new moto g play - 2024 gives you all the speed you need for great entertainment. Bring it to life with a fast-refreshing 90Hz display along with stereo speakers and Dolby Atmos. Capture sharp photos with a 50MPcamera. Enjoy 64GB of built in storage for your favorite content. And keep the fun going nonstop with a 5000mAH battery. Great things are here with moto g play - 2024.
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  9. Boost Mobile - Samsung Galaxy A15 5G 128GB Prepaid - Black - Front_Zoom
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    "For an overall basic smart phone for one that needs to have many apps .. ...Though it can lag occasionally, it's still a great choice for budget-conscious users who don't need many apps."

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    Awesome belongs to anyone with Galaxy A15 5G. Built with all the essential features, Galaxy A15 5G makes it easier to embrace cutting edge innovation while providing unmatched value. Immerse yourself in your favorite content, showcased in crisp clarity on a bright display. Capture and cherish precious moments spent with friends and family using a triple lens camera system, and never worry about running out of space with expandable storage.* Power through your day with a reliable battery that charges at lightning speed with Super Fast Charging. Plus, with multilayered Knox Security, you can trust that your A15 5G keeps your personal data safe and secure. Experience the awesomeness in every day with Galaxy A15 5G where innovation meets accessibility.
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    "For an overall basic smart phone for one that needs to have many apps .. ...Though it can lag occasionally, it's still a great choice for budget-conscious users who don't need many apps."

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    Awesome belongs to anyone with Galaxy A15 5G. Built with all the essential features, Galaxy A15 5G makes it easier to embrace cutting edge innovation while providing unmatched value. Immerse yourself in your favorite content, showcased in crisp clarity on a bright display. Capture and cherish precious moments spent with friends and family using a triple lens camera system, and never worry about running out of space with expandable storage.* Power through your day with a reliable battery that charges at lightning speed with Super Fast Charging. Plus, with multilayered Knox Security, you can trust that your A15 5G keeps your personal data safe and secure. Experience the awesomeness in every day with Galaxy A15 5G where innovation meets accessibility.
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  10. Total by Verizon - moto g 5G 128GB Prepaid - Gray - Front_Zoom

    Model: TVMTXT2417DC3PWP
    SKU: 6577430
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    "I was looking for a simple smart phone to run a location app. ...Total by Verizon is not great, but this phone is for the price. The 720p display resolution is meh, but other than that it was very snappy and responsive, way better than the Samsung A16 5G."

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    A long-lasting battery, an amazing camera, and tons of storage – the moto g Play from Total by Verizon has it all. Feel the power of the new Snapdragon® 680 processor and indulge your ears with Dolby Atmos® and High-Res Audio. Take spectacular selfies with an 8MP front camera and capture night photos like a pro with Quad Pixel technology. Hold everything you need with 64GB of internal storage, or up to 1TB more with a microSD card. And with a long-lasting 5000mAh battery – do it all on America’s Most Reliable Network* with speed, hotspot capability, international calling and exclusive discounts. Never compromise with Total by Verizon. Get Unlimited talk, text & high speed data plans starting at only $30/mo. for a single line. To activate this device, a Total by Verizon plan is required. Shop for a moto g Play online today.
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    "I was looking for a simple smart phone to run a location app. ...Total by Verizon is not great, but this phone is for the price. The 720p display resolution is meh, but other than that it was very snappy and responsive, way better than the Samsung A16 5G."

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    A long-lasting battery, an amazing camera, and tons of storage – the moto g Play from Total by Verizon has it all. Feel the power of the new Snapdragon® 680 processor and indulge your ears with Dolby Atmos® and High-Res Audio. Take spectacular selfies with an 8MP front camera and capture night photos like a pro with Quad Pixel technology. Hold everything you need with 64GB of internal storage, or up to 1TB more with a microSD card. And with a long-lasting 5000mAh battery – do it all on America’s Most Reliable Network* with speed, hotspot capability, international calling and exclusive discounts. Never compromise with Total by Verizon. Get Unlimited talk, text & high speed data plans starting at only $30/mo. for a single line. To activate this device, a Total by Verizon plan is required. Shop for a moto g Play online today.
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    Your price for this item is $79.99
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Buy cell phones for seniors

How to choose the best cell phone for seniors.

While aging often brings experience, gratitude and perspective, it can also mean that living life on your own terms becomes more difficult as things you’re familiar with, like day-to-day routines, people you know, societal norms, you name it, begin to change. When that happens, a good way to meet the challenge is to embrace aging in place, and the many innovations that can help create new, familiar, everyday-easy routines, like smart lighting, smart Wi-Fi thermostats, smart locks, smart speakers, video doorbells, security cameras, smoke detectors, smart burners and much more. Accepting the fact of aging, and welcoming assistive technology, can help keep you from being limited in the ways that hearing aids and amplifiers can remedy, or reading glasses, or medical alert devices, or special needs telephones or phones for seniors.

 

When you’re looking for the best cell phone for seniors, a good place to start your search is by deciding what you want in a cell phone. Usually a cell phone for elderly folks specializes in simplicity and safety, offering senior citizens user-friendly features and a quick way to get assistance when it’s needed. If you’re simply looking for a phone that allows seniors to stay in touch with family and friends, and to use for emergencies, you can choose a phone that offers simple voice and little else. Most phones for seniors however, offer at least some upgraded features. You’ll likely want to check out the flip phones for seniors, that come with big, bright screens, cameras, high-quality speakers and two screens ideal for viewing text messages, photos and videos in full color. Or you can choose the best smartphone for seniors which offers the full smartphone experience, including a large screen with touch display, high-resolution cameras for photos and video, immersive stereo sound, Bluetooth capability, and access to the internet and email. If getting in touch with a live human operator at the touch of a button for health and safety services is important, you’ll want to be sure that feature is available on the phone you choose. Similarly, some phones for seniors have a feature that allows family members to check the location and status of the phone user. 

Cell phones for seniors — what you need to know.

Another component in choosing the best cell phone for seniors is the carrier. You can choose a phone aligned with a specific carrier and pay the monthly charge as part of a long-term contract. You can also choose an unlocked smartphone, which allows you to select the carrier you want without locking yourself into a contract. If you purchase one of the unlocked phones for seniors, all you need is a SIM card from the carrier of your choice, which pops into your smartphone. You can also choose a prepaid cell phone like those from GreatCall or TRACFONE. Getting a prepaid phone eliminates the hassle of contracts, activation fees, overage charges, fees for changing carrier and termination fees, but it does open the door for running out of minutes unexpectedly. Another consideration when you’re browsing phones for seniors is how long the battery lasts, and the charging method for keeping it fully juiced. Some phones come with their own wall charger and cable, and for others you’ll want to get a cell phone charger or power adapter.
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