Samsung is recalling about 160,000 Jitterbug cell phones. When the recalled cell phones are in a no-service area and display an "out of range, try again later" message, they could fail to connect to emergency 911.
This recall involves "Jitterbug" cell phones model numbers SPH-a110 and SPH-a120 with standard key pads and version BB14 software. No other Samsung wireless phones or software versions are included in this recall.
The phones, made in Korea, were sold directly to consumers... Read Full Story
Samsung Jitterbug phones recalled: the SPH-a120, lef;t, and SPH-a110, right. (Click to enlarge.) [Photo: CPSC ]
Samsung and the Consumer Product Safety Commission have issued a recall of Jitterbug cell phones , some of which can fail to connect to 911 under some c;ircumstances.
Affected model numbers are SPH-a110 and; SPH-a120 with version BB14 software.
The CPSC reports that Samsung and Jitterbug are contacting customers directly to schedule a free software upgrade. If you own one of the... Read Full Story
Samsung has announced it is recalling several thousand " Jitterbug " cell phones because the Consumer Product Safety Commission found that in no service areas the phones could fail to connect to emergency 911 services. The phones being recalled (approximately 160,000) are model numbers SPH-a110 and SPH-a120, which were sold between March 2008 and May 2009. Samsung is in the process of contacting consumers to schedule a free software upgrade; however customers not yet notified can call the... Read Full Story
On May 22, 2009, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission published a recall alert along with Jitterbug’s and Samsung’s, the manufacturer of the Jitterbug cell phone, issuance of a voluntary safety recall notice indicating that 160,000 of the Jitterbug cell phones that were sold between March 2008 and May 2009 may not be able to call 9-1-1 in case of an emergency when the phone is outside of the Jitterbug calling service area. The recall notices state that owners of potentially affected... Read Full Story
Have you heard about Jitterbug phones yet?
Basically they are cell phones like they used to be - or maybe even easier. They don’t have any unnecessary features and are really just good at one thing; being a phone.
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They just recently launched their new Jitterbug J Cell Phone . According to the website…
“Jitterbug provides industry leading, U.S. Based Customer Service available 24 hours a day. Friendly, 24-hour Jitterbug Operators greet you by name, connect calls... Read Full Story
Wikizines are interactive magazines that anyone can create or edit - and this one is abou the "Jitterbug". Here you can find fresh voices and respond in real time. Some members write articles about recent news and trends related to the wikizine's topic, others recount relevant personal stories or share their favorite pictures and video clips. Got an interesting idea or story to share with other members of this wikizine? Well, then put on your journalist's cap and add your own article... Read Full Story
GreatCall, Inc., creator of the Jitterbug cell phone, and Verizon Wireless today announced that the Jitterbug will now run on the Verizon Wireless network through the wireless leader’s open development program. Continue reading... Read Full Story
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If you or someone you love uses a Jitterbug cell phone, it’s time to check your model number to be sure it isn’t one of 160,000 mobile phones affected by a voluntary recall.
Samsung recently announced a voluntary recall on their SPH-a110 and SPH-a120 models with standard key pads and version BB14 software. The phones might fail to connect to 911 if they’re out of range.
Jitterbug and Samsung are offering a free software upgrade to consumers that use the Jitterbug, a basic phone that’s... Read Full Story
As cell phones continue to shrink and their functions expand, they become increasingly inaccessible for millions of those with even a mild decline in vision, motor skills, or hearing. In addition, the associated cell phone plans are so complex that anyone who would benefit from having a cell phone for limited use, such as family communication and emergency use only, are deterred from making a commitment to such services. Obviously, there are a significant number of older individuals who fall... Read Full Story
