Some smartphones also offer “easy modes” or senior modes, which strip away unnecessary complexity. Samsung’s Galaxy A15 5G, also from Consumer Cellular, comes with an "Easy Mode” feature that simplifies the home screen, enlarges icons, and reduces unnecessary visual clutter, making the phone a great option for seniors who prefer simplicity.

Apple is reported to be planning its first foldable smartphone in 2026 but Samsung has a more dramatic innovation in mind.

Samsung Electronics has unveiled its first multi-folding smartphone, the Galaxy Z TriFold, as competition intensifies.

The Google Pixel 7a is an excellent choice for seniors seeking a dependable and feature-rich smartphone. It encompasses numerous premium phone essentials, such as Face Unlock, 8GB of RAM, a Smooth Display with up to 90Hz refresh rate, and wireless charging.

Apple is reported to be planning its first foldable smartphone in 2026 but Samsung has a more dramatic innovation in mind.

Samsung has topped the charts since 2011, but the firm says the recently-released iPhone 17 is selling better, faster, than its predecessor. Counterpoint senior analyst Yang Wang said two other factors are fueling an iBoom.

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