First-hand information on the best cell phones for people with limited hand use.
Many of you have probably read my recent article on choosing the right cell phone and thought to yourself, “What does she know about trying to use a phone with limited hand use? Has she even tried any of the phones she talks about?”
The answers are a lot and no.
I have lived without the use of my right arm or hand since I was a child. And, no, I haven’t tried out any of the phones I discussed. I was lucky enough to find on that works perfectly for me as soon as I started to look for one. I have a Motorola Motorazr and would like to add it to the list of the best cell phones for the disabled.
While it is thin, the Razr is wide, making it easy told hold on to. One of my major concerns was that I wouldn’t be able to flip it open fast enough to answer when a call came in. For those of you with similar concerns, the phone has a spring in the hinge, making it necessary for the phone to be only partially opened. The spring does the rest.
Once the phone is open, it is easy to navigate. The Razr also has a large display and large, lighted keys. The phone will also say the name the contact you select from your contact list or say each individual number you dial, helping to ensure that the visually impaired call the right person.
