Lively Jitterbug Smart4 Smartphone for Seniors Cell Phone for Seniors Not Compatible Black 32GB
Lively
21 Overall Score
vs
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Phantom Black 256GB
Samsung
90 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Lively Jitterbug Smart4 Smartphone for Seniors Cell Phone for Seniors Not Compatible Black 32GB
72 out of 100 low confidence 5 reviews
The Lively Jitterbug Smart4 is generally well-received as a senior-friendly smartphone with a large screen, simple interface, and loud speaker. Most users find it easy to set up and appreciate the responsive customer support. However, some users report significant issues like lack of speed dial, complex calling steps, and poor data speeds after 20GB, along with a frustrating activation and return process. The phone is locked to Lively's network, which can be a limitation.
Pros
- Large screen and big text
- Simple and clear interface
- Loud and clear speaker
- Easy setup for most users
- Responsive customer support
Cons
- No speed dial
- Complex calling steps (5 steps)
- Data slows after 20GB
- Locked to Lively network
- Frustrating activation and return process
Ease of setup 4
Customer support 3
Network lock in 3
Senior friendliness 5
Data speed 1
Calling usability 2
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Specifications
| Lively Jitterbug Smart4 Smartphone for Seniors Cell Phone for Seniors Not Compatible | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Screen Size | 6.8 | 6.8 |
| Display Type | — | Dynamic AMOLED★ |
| Resolution | 1280 x 720 | 1440 x 3088 |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | — | 1750 nits★ |
| HDR | — | ✓★ |
| Performance | ||
| Processor | Snapdragon | Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| Processor Model | Snapdragon | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| CPU Cores | — | 8★ |
| CPU Speed | — | 3.36★ |
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB★ |
| Storage | 32 GB | 256 GB★ |
| Storage Type | — | UFS 4 |
| Expandable | — | ✗ |
| Camera | ||
| Main Camera | 13 MP | 200 MP★ |
| Camera Count | 3 | 4★ |
| Ultrawide | 2 MP | 12 MP★ |
| Telephoto | 2 MP | 10 MP★ |
| Front Camera | 2 MP | 12 MP★ |
| Optical Zoom | — | 10x★ |
| Video | — | 8K@30fps★ |
| OIS | — | ✓★ |
| Battery & Charging | ||
| Battery | 4,850 mAh | 5,000 mAh★ |
| Wired Charging | — | 45W★ |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Fast Charging | — | Fast Charging |
| Connector | USB-C | USB-C |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| NFC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| USB | — | USB-C 3.2★ |
| SIM | Nano-SIM | Nano SIM |
| eSIM | — | ✓★ |
| Design & Build | ||
| Water Resistance | — | IP68★ |
| Form Factor | bar | bar |
| Weight | 0.19 kg★ | 0.23 kg |
| Fingerprint | — | in-display |
| Face Recognition | — | ✓★ |
| OS | Android | Android |
| Headphone Jack | ✗ | ✗ |
| Stereo Speakers | ✗ | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
Lively Jitterbug Smart4 Smartphone for Seniors Cell Phone for Seniors Not Compatible Black 32GB
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average feature (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average connectivity (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average performance (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average build (15th percentile)15th %ile
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- Strong camera (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong feature (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong display (94th percentile)94th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Scores 90 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 28 of 42 specs.