In the past the cell phone market hasn’t been very senior friendly to say the least. The nice thing for those seniors that don’t want the typical cell phone there is a shift in process within the cell phone industry to offer compatible cell phones for the senior population.
There are a lot of phones out there but after spending some time I ran across the LG Flare LX175. This is a phone that would be a suitable companion for a senior citizen. Don’t just take my word for it; keep reading as we break down some of the elements of this phone and its suitability.
Although the flashy name is something that might turn some people off this phone is actually a very simple beginner phone. The minimalism is something that is very good. In fact minimalism is an essential element when it comes to a cell phone for the aged person as the intricate and showy features that you find with some cell phones are either confusing or simply something that they don’t want to learn. The features and the design of this phone are ones that emanate simplicity.
The Feel
The Flare is a phone that is curved on its side which offers a very pleasant feel when it’s being held. This is something that also makes it very undemanding to hold for the senior that has a poor grip or frail fingers due to arthritis or any other reason so the curves are something that is an advantageous attribute.
The Display
Unlike some of the traditional phones that you find on the market the Flare actually offers two different displays. There is both an exterior display and a larger interior display. The exterior display is one that is 1 inch diagonally and will offer information on the date, battery as well as the time and signal strength. The exterior display is one that measures a little larger at 1.75 inches which is a big enough for the senior to get a much better view than the typical cell phone.
Font Size
There is an option for an adjustable font size for the SMS messages, notepad applications and the browser if there is the feeling that they might be undersized. In order to make other things easier to see the following can also be changed:
•    The foreground which is the clock and calendar and greeting if chosen
•    The backlight time
•    Menu style
•    Incoming call screen
Keypad
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LG makes some pretty slick music phones including the LG Chocolate and the LG Dare. However, iTunes remains one of  the most extensive and most widely used online digital music stores that more or less puts VCast Music to shame. Plus, if you’re consolidating your iPod library into your brand new Verizon music player phone, you’ll definitely want to move your purchased music over to your phone. Here’s a quick tutorial on how to do just that: (more…)

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It’s the 21st century and buyer’s remorse is pandemic – you get the newest, slickest smartphone on the market with all the cutting edge features you could ever want. And then the next big thing comes out that’s got a whole new bag of tricks and suddenly your beloved smartphone doesn’t seem so shiny anymore.

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Earlier on the cell phone plans blog, we discussed the LG eXpo, the first projector phone to hit North American shores. Like many cutting edge smartphones, the LG eXpo debuted many mobile features and technology that were new to the U.S., but old hat for the prescient Japanese mobile phone culture (”keitai culture”). For example, the LG eXpo’s claim to fame – it’s projector capabilities (thanks to the DLP Pico projector) – was first seen in the wild on the Fujitsu F-04B, a prototype showcased in Japan in 2008. The Samsung Show, another DLP Pico projector phone, hit South Korean markets in 2009. The LG eXpo also comes with AT&T’s Video Share – the closest thing to true blue video calling (common on mobile phones in Japan) and the much touted Smart Sensor technology which recognizes your fingerprint for lockbox tight security (Japan, meanwhile, has facial and fingerprint recognition).

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If you’ve been dying to see the LG eXpo (the world’s first projector smartphone) in action, get a sneak peak of Avatar, the new James Cameron flick and also get your fill of pedestrian stabs at flaccid cubicle humor, then it’s definitely time for you to check out the “Funny unboxing of the LG eXpo mobile phone with DLP Pico projector accessory” video from DLPTechnology and LG.

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With Black Friday and Cyber Monday kicking off the holiday shopping season, November is always a big month for cell phone sales. This month, we saw an interesting mix of full QWERTY phones, Web OS phones, 3G phones and multimedia phones. Let’s take a quick look at some of the most popular cell phones for November 2009.

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The Storm has arrived. If you ever wondered what those billboards all over town meant with the simple teaser “The Storm is Coming”, the answer is here. In what it hopes is the strongest competition on the market to the Apple iPhone, Verizon has released the Blackberry Storm by LG.

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If you are one of the millions of people searching for quality mobile plans, compare a variety of service providers by using  the Internet, rather than visiting the store in person. While it may be easy to run down to the mall and shop around for mobile plans, it doesn’t mean you’ll be getting the best phone or service plan for your lifestyle, and you definitely won’t be getting the best deal. When you use Internet sites like cell-phone-plans.net, you can search a variety of phones, service providers, and mobile plans so you get the right contract, the right phone, and the right price. At cell-phone-plans.net, you can search for mobile plans, compare their prices and service, and then choose a plan that suits your needs specifically. Our “Compare Phones” is fast and easy, and allows you to search mobile phones using these criteria:
•    Price: Search for mobile plans based on price, starting with “Free.”
•    Manufacturer: Choose your favorite mobile device maker like BlackBerry, Samsung, Nokia, LG and more.
•    Service Provider: Find the provider you trust most, such as Verizon, AT&T, Sprint, and more.
•    Features: Use our easy check-box feature to pick the features you want most in a mobile device.
•    Style: Express yourself by choosing flip-style, sliding, full-keyboard and more.
At cell-phone-plans.net, we make it easy to find the best cellular and mobile plans, compare them, and then purchase them from the comfort of your living room.

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As mobile phone technology advances and becomes increasingly common, more and more children of younger ages are using such phones.  While this is an interesting phenomenon, with concerns both good and bad, the reality is this trend is likely to continue.  So then the question becomes “if my child is going to have a mobile phone, which one should I get them?”

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With new smart phones coming out today, the LG Voyager VX11000 will keep you on the cutting edge without having the bulk of larger portable devices.  It has a sleek design, and is fully loaded to handle all of your mobile phone needs with speed and ease, with the most up-to-date mobile phone technology.

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Touchscreen technology is huge with mobile phones today, and the LG Dare offers users one of the smallest mobile touchscreen phones on the market today.  Another feature that sets this phone apart from many others is its drag-and-drop capability, which allows users to customize their menu using their touchscreen to include frequently used applications.  You can also get turn-by turn directions on your Curve using the Verizon VZ Navigator.

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Start the summer right with a new service plan from AT&T. Cell-phone-plans.net is waiving the AT&T activation fee from June 23 to the 29th, which means you can save up to $140! This is a temporary offer for our customers at Cell-phone-plans.net, so take advantage of these savings now before its too late.
AT&T features the ultra-fast 3G network, exemplary customer service, and the best coverage areas from coast to coast.  Now is the time to switch to their fast, reliable service, and save $140 in the process. You can order up to five lines and AT&T will credit the activation fee for each line. This offer applies to new or upgraded lines on the 2-year individual or family plan accounts.
Make this an even sweeter deal by upgrading to a new LG Vu or Blackberry, and experience the latest in modern communication.

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With the growing popularity of smartphone technology, and the ever-increasing demand for greater functionality people have for their mobile devices, it is not only the devices themselves that must adapt, but the networks they operate on as well.  One of the fastest growing network types is 3G, which is short for third generation.

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