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A study of the use of mobile phones by older persons

Published: 21 April 2006 Publication History

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This paper reports on issues related to the use of mobile phones by older people. This study uses triangulation, a mixed method of qualitative (focus group discussions) and quantitative (online questionnaire) approaches. Usage patterns, problems, perceived benefits and desired and unwanted features were covered in this study.

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CHI EA '06: CHI '06 Extended Abstracts on Human Factors in Computing Systems
April 2006
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ISBN:1595932984
DOI:10.1145/1125451
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  1. elderly
  2. focus group
  3. mobile phone
  4. older adults
  5. questionnaire

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