The Jitterbug J - Cell Phones for Seniors

The Jitterbug from Great Call was billed as the original "keep it simple" cell phone for seniors.  An easy to use no frills phone for those whose hearing and sight might not be quite what it was 20 years ago. Last spring Great Call rolled out their latest incarnation of the Jitterbug known as the Jitterbug J. Made by Samsung, the newest version keeps all of the features which made the original immensely popular while adding a few extras for those who desire just a bit more.

As with the original, the Jitterbug features a bright color screen with a large font size, a large easy to use keypad, soft hearing aid friendly earpad, simple "yes" or "no" prompts, and a powerful speaker.  A 24 hour live operator is available for directory assistance or to help in connecting calls by simply dialing "0". The "J" model adds simple text messaging availability and Bluetooth compatability (great for wireless headsets).  The phone is also caller ID and speakerphone enabled.

The phone (as of this writing) is priced at $99 and is available in several colors.  No service contracts are required and basic services include nationwide calls with no long distance or roaming fees.  Great Call offers a large number of monthly pricing plans which are dependent on use. The least expensive plan is $14.99 per month for 50 minutes of use.  In addition  a number of extra services such as 24/7 access to a registered nurse, medication reminder calls, and "check-in" calls are available. A  Daily Health Tips text message and MyCalendar feature are free with the service.

The Jitterbug J remains an excellent cell phone choice for seniors who simply want to keep in touch without the hassles of long term contracts or prepaid plans. To learn more about the Jitterbug,click here.