GreatCall Expands Connected Health Portfolio to Engage Growing Active Aging Audience
Introduction of Jitterbug Smart and Flip and Lively Wearable Make Independent Aging Easier Than Ever for Families and Caregivers
(firmenpresse) - SAN DIEGO, CA -- (Marketwired) -- 04/06/16 -- , the leader in connected health for active aging, is redefining independence with the introduction of its expanded connected health lineup. The all new Jitterbug and phones and the enable older adults and family caregivers to choose health and safety solutions that fit their individual needs, allowing for easier integration into their lives.
"The needs of older adults aren't one size fits all," says David Inns, CEO of GreatCall. "Our commitment to active aging is founded in deep customer knowledge -- and using that understanding to provide solutions that meet the needs of a wide range of older consumers and their family caregivers. With the new Jitterbug devices and Lively Wearable, we continue to expand our connected health platform and enable more people to stay independent longer."
The Jitterbug Flip brings a sleek look to a consumer favorite. The larger handset features a bright 3.2-inch screen and bigger buttons for easy dialing, a camera with auto focus and flash, a magnifying feature and a flashlight. "The Jitterbug Flip's powerful new platform sets the stage for the future, enabling GreatCall to add functionality and features as customer needs evolve," adds Inns.
Combined with Jitterbug's health and safety features -- its dedicated 5Star button, providing instant access to 5Star service and its team of highly-trained urgent response agents, easy yes/no navigation, access to GreatCall apps and a charging dock -- the new Flip answers the full range of customer needs.
"Consumers who still want to use their mobile phone as a phone have been asking for a reliable flip phone design, that at the same time provides the benefits of smartphone features as well as high speed LTE connectivity," said Steve Cistulli, President and General Manager for ALCATEL North America. "We're proud to be the first handset manufacturer in North America to offer just that with the Jitterbug Flip."
The Jitterbug Smart integrates GreatCall's health and safety services into the latest smartphone technology. Demonstrating simplicity and ease-of-use in a big way, Jitterbug Smart has one of the largest, brightest screens at 5.5 inches (38 percent larger than the previous version), higher resolution display, faster data speeds and a higher resolution camera with flash. With easy access to the Internet, text, and email, the Jitterbug Smart takes connectivity to a new level.
Designed specifically for active aging, the Lively Wearable offers activity tracking and features a one-touch button that connects to the 5Star service and its team of highly trained agents in emergency situations. The wearable must be linked to the user's smartphone, and connects via Bluetooth to transmit activity tracking information.
Available in white with gold trim or grey with silver, it can be worn with either the wristband or with the lanyard. When worn with the lanyard around the neck, the accelerometer provides automatic fall detection by placing a call to 5Star when triggered.
The Lively Wearable connects with the Lively app to keep users engaged by encouraging mental, physical and social activity through daily challenges themed around travel and virtual rewards.
Family caregivers stay connected through the Link app, which allows them to follow the user's activity and send messages of encouragement. The Link app also alerts family members if the emergency response button is activated -- on the Lively Wearable as well as the Jitterbug Smart and Flip.
Jitterbug Flip is available for $99.99 and Jitterbug Smart for $149.99.
The Lively Wearable retails for $49.99 and service is $14.99 per month with no contract.
Visit greatcall.com/wearable or call 866-360-4744 to place your order later this month.
* Lively Wearable works with all Android 4.4 BLE phones. iOS support coming Summer 2016.
Bigger buttons and back-lit keypad
Larger, bright-colored screens
Simple yes/no navigation
Charging dock
Dedicated 5Star button
Improved camera with flash
More storage capacity and memory for photos
Improved Bluetooth
New flashlight with magnifier
Available in red and graphite
Larger, bright-colored screen with 5.5-inch display
Simple menu
5MP camera with autofocus and flash
4G / LTE network
5Star, Urgent Care MedCoach and Brain HQ
Email app
Usage meter
Internet - Mobile Internet Access
GreatCall is the leader in connected health for active aging. With health and safety solutions for older adults and their family caregivers, GreatCall's innovative suite of easy-to-use mobile products and award-winning approach to customer care helps aging consumers live more independent lives. Products and services include: Lively Wearable, GreatCall Splash, Jitterbug Flip, Jitterbug Smart and health, safety and medical apps Urgent Care, GreatCall Link, MedCoach and 5Star.
GreatCall's products and services are sold nationwide at leading retailers as well as direct to consumers at 1-800-296-4993 and online at GreatCall.com. Service covers the U.S. GreatCall is headquartered in San Diego, CA. To learn more about GreatCall products and services, please visit . This news release and other corporate assets are available at or follow our news on Twitter and on Facebook at .
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