Easyfone Grand review: The backlit keypad with large numbers makes it a great buy for the elderly

Easyfone Grand
Feature phone for the elderly;
Get it For: Rs 3,990

What most of us don't realise is that smartphones have a steep learning curve for first time users. And for a large section of people who are getting on in years, it can be even harder. Some of the common challenges are failing eyesight and hearing — which makes it difficult to use a normal phone. This is where Easyfone Grand comes in — a phone made with a focus on ease of use for the elderly.




For starters, it has a backlit keypad with large numbers. Instead of fiddly key combinations, it has large slider buttons to lock/unlock the phone and to switch on the built in LED flashlight. A large SOS button on the rear can be programmed to aid in an emergency. But possibly the best feature of all is the supplied charging dock. Just place the phone in its dock to charge, just like a cordless phone. The typical one-sided micro USB ports on phones can be a real pain for someone with weak eyesight.

But that's not all! It comes with amplified earphones. Tap the button on the phone and the earphones can amplify ambient sound — great for watching TV without turning up the volume too much. You also get a colour display with large fonts and a slot to attach a lanyard (a lanyard is provided in the box).

Other useful features include photo contacts, voice prompts for keypress and a feature to block unnecessary callers. As for multimedia, there is a 2MP camera, an FM radio that works without connecting a handset, audio player, audio recorder and a file manager. It also has built-in Bluetooth to share images and audio files.

Thanks to all-plastic body, Easyfone Grand is lightweight and easy to carry. And a single charge can last 3 days depending on your use. If you need something for the seniors in your house, check this one out.