9 out of 10 Spaniards over 70 years of age have problems handling their cell phones, according to SPC

SPC has determined that 9 out of 10 users in Spain over 70 years of age have problems using their mobile devices, which is why they usually require help or support to a greater or lesser extent, as determined in a recent study.

The telephone manufacturer SPC has carried out the ‘Study on the use of technology among our elderly’ to find out how this technological barrier impacts the relationship of older people with their environment, as advanced in a press release.

Among other conclusions reached with this analysis carried out among people over 70 years of age in their care, is the one that indicates that 78 percent of those surveyed perceive that difficulties of these people to deal with technology significantly affect their social integration.

Thus, this SPC study reflects that although more than 90 percent of those over 70 years of age in Spain have access to some technological device, the vast majority cannot manage it autonomously and independently.

Yes ok phone calls are the most common way of older people to communicate, in 82 percent of cases – compared to others that generate less traction, such as video calls (36%) or social networks 814%) – the data reveals that one in three older people reaches encounter problems making or receiving calls. This, as the brand points out, once again highlights the gap that separates the elderly from the current digitalized world.

REMOTE CONFIGURATION

Despite these challenges, the relatives and caregivers of these people recognize the potential of technology to improve the lives of the elderly, since 52 percent of those surveyed recognize the fundamental role it plays in correct communication and reducing isolation. .

On the other hand, 48 percent consider that it can be a great ally in the management of health and well-being, by allowing reminders of medical appointments or medication guidelines, while 47 percent see technology as a way to promote safety on a daily basis thanks to functionalities related to geolocation and security alerts.

The technology company has pointed out that remote configuration is an ideal option to help overcome barriers when using mobile devices and fight against this isolation, which has led SPC to conclude that 61 percent of the participants consider that A remotely configurable phone could help seniors feel more connected to their families.

This technology would also not only facilitate communication, but It would also increase the security and autonomy of the elderlysince 86 percent of people caring for an elderly person believe that this would contribute positively to their well-being.

With the aim of improving the relationship between seniors and technology, SPC has launched SPC Care, a remote help application that provides families with a tool to bring them closer to the digital world in a non-invasive way.

This exclusive functionality of the brand and only compatible with the products it manufactures, allows you to remotely configure all the settings of the senior user’s mobile phone, know its location and access notifications related to phone use and battery status, among others. other features.

In this sense, SPC has announced that its study also reveals the benefits that this type of technology can provide to family members and friends, because users with elderly care in their care consider that using this type of ‘apps’ provides them security (59%), since they receive alerts to react quickly in case of emergency; either trust (45%), because they know that they have the necessary support to better manage the care of the elderly.

43% of people with elderly dependents point out that using this type of ‘apps’ conveys closeness to them, because it makes it easier for them to be more connected and present in the lives of others, even from a distance; and 42% value peace of mind as it gives them the opportunity to supervise if these seniors receive fraudulent messages or calls.

It is worth remembering that SPC Polaris, recently launched on the market, is the brand’s first mobile phone that can be fully configured remotely, as it has SPC Care, which is free to download on both iOS and Android mobiles. This service, however, will be expanded to more models later.