The OwnFone Lets Kids Dial Names Instead of Numbers
Michael Hines — August 28, 2012 — Tech
Parents looking for a way to keep in constant contact with their younglings are going to want to check out the OwnFone. The OwnFone is a kid-friendly phone from the UK that is purposefully incapable of dialing numbers, taking pictures and sending text messages. What the OwnFone can do is dial up to 12 pre-programmed numbers. Should your child not know 12 people worth calling, the phone can be programmed to hold two, four, six and eight phone numbers.
The keypad of the OwnFone consists of name labels as opposed to numbers. The name labels correspond to the pre-programmed numbers loaded into the phone at the time of purchase. For added style, the phone can be customized with different colors and prints online. The OwnFone is currently available only in the UK for $87.
The keypad of the OwnFone consists of name labels as opposed to numbers. The name labels correspond to the pre-programmed numbers loaded into the phone at the time of purchase. For added style, the phone can be customized with different colors and prints online. The OwnFone is currently available only in the UK for $87.
Trend Themes
1. Simplified Phone Technology - The OwnFone illustrates the trend of ultra-simplified phone technology to meet the specific needs of specific target users, such as kids and seniors.
2. Customizable Smartphones for Kids - The OwnFone shows the trend of customizable smartphones for kids that focus on direct communication, safety, and security.
3. Market for Child-friendly Mobile Devices - The OwnFone reflects the growing market for child-friendly mobile devices that are designed for simple, safe, and affordable communication.
Industry Implications
1. Telecommunications Industry - The telecommunications industry can benefit from the OwnFone by offering ultra-simplified phones for specific target users, such as kids, seniors, and people with disabilities.
2. Consumer Electronics Industry - The consumer electronics industry can offer more customizable smartphones for kids and other niche markets, instead of just focusing on generic high-end smartphones.
3. Education Industry - The education industry can incorporate ultra-simplified phones, such as OwnFone, as part of their technological tools for improving communication, safety, and learning outcomes among kids and parents.
1.9
Score
Popularity
Activity
Freshness
