UTStarcom announced a new cellular phone called the CDM8630 today aimed at the older adult market. The phone features a large easy to read screen type, clearly labeled number pad, ten one touch-dialing entries, and a special in case of emergency dialing directory.

"The CDM8630 was specifically developed with senior-aged consumers in mind, meeting their needs for a reliable mobile phone that's easy to use," said Philip Christopher, President of UTStarcom Personal Communications. "This cell phone brings mobile communications and peace of mind to older consumers and their families."

The phone uses a clamshell design and has a 2-inch 263 color 176 x 220 pixel TFT display. A 1-inch monochrome external LCD is also included. The phone is a dual band 800/1900 MHz CDMA device and weighs only 3.3 ounces. The 920 mAh lithium-ion battery is good for 221 minutes of talk and 229 hours of stand-by.

Via UTStarcom