Cell Phones for the Hearing and Vision Impaired
For seniors and those with limited vision and hearing, smartphones may not be the best options. Smaller keyboards and screen can make vision even worse for those that strain to see on a regular basis. Many senior are looking for a simple, cost-effective handset that is easy to use and hard to lose. A handset manufacturer named Emporia looks to lock down the aging cell phone user population.
Not everyone needs a high-end smartphone with GPS, all the latest apps, and internet capabilities. The Emporia Elegance and Emporia Solid are two phones that are designed with simplicity in mind. Hearing and vision handicaps will not prevent the use of these simple phones. The speaker of the device is extra loud for those with poor hearing, and also has Bluetooth, giving the option of linking to a hearing aid or other hearing device.
The rising popularity and utility of cell phones gives way to a growing demographic. Unfortunately, big name handset manufactures are neglecting the needs of the elderly. Emporia has utilized simple construction to provide a hearing and vision upgrade to cellular technology.