Holiday Gift Guide 2015
Kids don't make phone calls, they play games.
Handing a kid an expensive smartphone still seems a silly idea to some, but it's quickly becoming the norm. I can't tell you how many 10 year olds I see walking around with iPhones. While parents give their kids phones for safety and security reasons, that's not why kids use their phones. Instead, kids look at phones as entertainment platforms for games, messaging, videos/pictures, and music/movies. This year, I still suggest parents stick to the cheapest iPhone available on the carrier of their choice (mostly for app availability). That means either the iPhone 5c or 5s, which are surprisingly affordable. In instances where cheap iPhones aren't available, I selected in inexpensive, small Android handset. The Big Four offer ways for parents to track and manage their kids via the smartphone, so parents can still find the peace of mind they need while giving Bill or Jill a fun gadget.
Jitterbug offers well-rounded service for seniors and their families. We buy phones for our aged loved ones for much the same reason we buy phones for kids: security and peace of mind. Today's devices are easy to use, thanks to large buttons and big fonts. They also offer value-added services, such as medication reminders and emergency alerts, as well as the ability to track the owner's whereabouts. Jitterbug has updated its lineup this year and has a simple flip phone and basic smartphone on offer.
Samsung Refreshes Galaxy S Series with S Pen, New Cameras
Samsung Upgrades its Wearables
iPhone 14 Plus Offers a Big Screen For Less
Hands On with Xplora Kids Smartwatches
iPhone 15 Series Goes All-In on USB-C and Dynamic Island
