Basic cell phone that's easy-to-use and affordable
Pros: Easy to use, Large buttons, Loud volume, Long battery life
Cons: Buttons can be slippery, Too basic for most users, Slow web browsing
Free with new contract
Basic Verizon flip phone is great for seniors, kids
Pros: Outstanding reception and call quality, Accessible design, Easy-to-use navigation menu, Large readable fonts, Good battery life
Cons: Tiny external display, Thin on features, No Bluetooth
Free with new contract
Basic clamshell phone with mirror-like finish and great battery life
Pros: Excellent battery life, Lots of features, Good reception
Cons: Slow, So-so call quality, No multimedia features, External screen useless in sunlight
Free with new contract
Cheap clamshell cell phone with some cool features
Pros: Fast EVDO network speed, One-click navigation is easy, Includes camera/camcorder and music player, Cool flashing lights, MicroSD memory card slot (up to 8 GB)
Cons: Slow browser, Conflicting reports on call quality and keys, Some say music player is subpar
*Est. $50 with contract
Slim clamshell cell phone that's good for kids
Pros: Kajeet models have parental controls, GPS locator, Thin and good-looking, Good call quality, Has Bluetooth, External camera key
Cons: Cheap VGA camera, No music or video player, It's slow, Conflicting results on battery tests, No microSD slot
*Est. $70/*Est. $100, no contract
Senior-friendly slider phone with built-in flashlight
Pros: Unlocked, Good call quality and loud volume, Built-in flashlight and emergency features, Can use AA or rechargeable batteries
Cons: 2.5 hours talk time (rated), Keys can be hard to press, Interface could be simpler
*Est. $185, no contract
A no-nonsense phone for technophobes
Pros: Large, easy-to-read display, Simple menus, Bluetooth connectivity, Add-on services, including roadside assistance
Cons: Minimal features, Mediocre call quality and reception, Volume control poorly placed, Calling plans can get expensive
*Est. $150 no contract
Basic phone for U.S. Cellular
Pros: Easy-to-use design, Good value, Bluetooth and voice commands, Good voice quality
Cons: Dated graphics, Low-resolution camera, Limited feature set
Free with contract, $30, no contract
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