A study of the use of mobile phones by older persons

This paper reports on issues related to the use of mobiles 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...

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Main Authors: Kurniawan, Sri, Mahmud , Murni, Nugroho, Yanuar
Format: Proceeding Paper
Language:English
Published: 2006
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Online Access:http://irep.iium.edu.my/4516/2/p989-kurniawan_murni.pdf
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Summary:This paper reports on issues related to the use of mobiles 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.