iBall launches mobile handsets for elders

Computer peripherals brand iBall on Wednesday launched a range of mobile phone handsets in Rajasthan that include features like SOS button for senior citizens and waterproof handsets.
“Based on in-depth research, we have introduced features like SOS button for senior citizen, waterproof handsets and slimmest ‘qwert’ phone. Within 7 seconds of pressing SOS button, the handsets sends a siren to alert the surrounding people that the person is in trouble and should be immediately attended to,” said Shalesh Agrawal, CEO, Rajasthan Best IT World Pvt. Ltd..
“It also sends SMS to pre-defined 5 numbers and start dialling those numbers automatically one after another till one call is attended,” he said, adding that the handsets were priced between Rs.1,250- Rs.6,000.
“Each of our handsets under the segments-Shaan, Waterproof, Sleec, Flip, Posh, Touch and Senior- have unique characteristics. The handsets are unique in blending technology with design, aesthetics and innovation,” Mr. Agrawal said.He added that the company was planning to open service centres and increase their dealers network in the State.
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