BIG SMS for Seniors

BIG SMS for Seniors is a user-friendly messaging app designed to accommodate the needs of seniors and individuals with vision impairments. With its high-contrast color schemes, large fonts, and three size options, the app ensures that users can comfortably read and reply to text messages without the need for glasses. The text displayed is large and comes in various colors for better clarity of the message thread, prioritizing visibility and ease of use.

Replying to messages is straightforward with the intuitive SMS editor. Notifications can be expanded to full screen for quick call back or message response, although this feature is not applicable for devices operating on Android 10 or higher. The app emphasizes simplicity and does not support multimedia messages (MMS).

As an integral part of the BIG Apps Suite, a collection of applications tailored to enhance smartphone usability for seniors and users with visual challenges, it stands out for its accessibility. Each app in the suite, including this messaging solution, supports features such as high contrast themes, extended Talkback screen reader compatibility, and hardware keyboard as well as Tecla wheelchair interface controls. This allows even individuals with paralysis to navigate their smartphone with precision without touching the screen. The suite is compatible with Android 4.4 and above and also functions on both Android 10 and Android Go.

While the free version provides considerable value, allowing visibility of the 5 most recent message threads and without limiting the receiving of messages, sending is capped at 20 SMS messages, after which a link is attached to every sent SMS. For an unimpeded experience, users can explore further by accessing additional themes, icon packs, and other beneficial apps such as BIG Launcher, BIG Phone, BIG Alarm, and BIG Notifications.

The app is also multilingual, with support for an impressive array of over 50 languages ensuring wide-reaching accessibility. The accolade of winning the Vodafone Smart Accessibility Awards attests to the commitment to providing an inclusive communication tool. Users seeking assistance will find a wealth of resources, including help sections and video tutorials for additional support.