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Win a 1stFone or OwnFone – Closes 25th July 2013 – Perfect for young children, elderly and disabled.

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In conjunction with 1stFone, I am giving a phone on my blog.  It’s a fabulous peace of mind gadget for a young child or an elderly person who struggles with regular phones.

I wrote about the 1stFone we received a few weeks ago and how great it has been for my special needs boy who can’t read or write, yet can still use this phone.

I don’t have any problems with young children having a means of getting themselves help rather than approaching a stranger if they are in trouble.

I’ve always told my boys that if they get lost, they are to go to the nearest person who looks like a mother with kids.  While it’s not 100% foolproof, I do feel like the path of least danger is in the harassed mother whose heartstrings will be pulled and will remain at the scene until someone the boys trusts gets to them.

Very young children could have one of these phones tucked into a t-shirt or jumper and give them the confidence that if they find themselves alone, the first port of call is the phone stashed safely away for emergencies.  Not that it is just a phone for emergencies as my boy is loving being able to just have a phone of his own, even if it can only dial out the pre-set numbers that we installed on it.  They can only call the numbers you approve on the phone and it doesn’t use the Internet, nor can t text.

Our one is such a fabulous success that I’ve partnered with 1stFone to offer one lucky person a free handset with the first month of 50 minutes free.  If the winner wishes to continue with the phone, they will need to agree to a monthly contract, or can choose to go pay as you go.  The winner will be able to keep the phone, and will be able to choose from a 1stFone or OwnFone for seniors.  Either phone could be used for special needs children and adults who can’t manage regular phones.

The giveaway deadling is the 25th July at midnight so get your entries in.

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  1. Open to UK Mainland Entrants only.
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  3. Winners will be notified within 3 days of giveaway end. If the winner does not respond within 7 days, a new winner will be drawn.
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  8. The prize will be for one 1stFone or OwnFone with one month of 50 inclusive minutes.  After the month is up, you will need to buy airtime, or continue a contract to enable it to continue working.  You will be required to set up a direct debit as part of the process of ordering and designing your winning phone and it will be used if you plan to continue using the 1stFone or OwnFone after your trial period, or first 50 minutes are used up.

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  1. James Donovan says

    July 24, 2013 at 11:58 pm

    This is a fantastic idea. It is very clever and i like the idea that my kids could get hold of me in an emergency

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  2. Jenette ogborn says

    July 24, 2013 at 9:43 pm

    such a great idea x

    Reply
  3. Jane Middleton says

    July 24, 2013 at 9:01 pm

    Good that it can be used by very young children, it’s good to know that you can contact them is they disappear from your sight when your back is turned

    Reply
  4. Rob Scott says

    July 24, 2013 at 7:03 pm

    I have been thinking about getting my youngster his own phone. I never knew you could get one of these. Glad I saw this.

    Reply
  5. Paul Witney says

    July 24, 2013 at 2:05 pm

    Restricting numbers to be called

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  6. Jenny Rogers says

    July 24, 2013 at 12:32 pm

    Great idea – I like the way you can preset the numbers that can be used.

    Reply
  7. Mark Johnson says

    July 24, 2013 at 9:07 am

    Simple for little fingers to use

    Reply
  8. Caroline Scott says

    July 23, 2013 at 10:44 pm

    I’ve entered because I’ve been looking at these sorts of phone to get for my granddad. He’s very independent but almost blind and 93 years old – it worries us like mad when he takes himself off out and we don’t know if he’s okay or not. I love the fact that the buttons aren’t fiddly and it would be really easy for him to be able to phone one of us on a speed-dial number.

    Reply
  9. Claire Appleton says

    July 23, 2013 at 10:21 am

    Great Phone! I like that the features are very simple and it would be easy for my son to use! 🙂

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  10. Amy Ripley says

    July 22, 2013 at 10:05 am

    I love the peace of mind it gives

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  11. sally rees says

    July 21, 2013 at 10:59 pm

    this phone is perfect for my grandma, big buttons, clearly marked so she cant get too confused with all the buttons now her dexterity and sight have deteriorated

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  12. Alice Hindley says

    July 21, 2013 at 10:51 pm

    love the fact that It’s so easy to use and compact

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  13. Mickie Bull says

    July 20, 2013 at 9:18 pm

    I like the caller restrictions

    Reply
  14. Lucy Mayer says

    July 19, 2013 at 9:35 pm

    Love the restriction on numbers, and the basic layout – even my 3-year-olds could handle this and recognise the words.

    Reply
  15. Ruth Grover says

    July 17, 2013 at 7:16 pm

    I have never seen this before….it looks fantastic. What good idea would love it for my grandson.

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  16. leanne williams says

    July 15, 2013 at 9:10 am

    I was only reading about these the other day. Brilliant idea.

    Reply
  17. Eileen Teo says

    July 15, 2013 at 1:02 am

    We had one for review for my son. My daughter get jealous. Hope i win one for her.

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  18. Solange Thomas says

    July 14, 2013 at 11:55 pm

    Sounds very useful

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  19. Feranmi Thomas says

    July 14, 2013 at 4:21 am

    I actually want to win this phone for my 10 year old brother, he keeps asking my mum for an iphone but that’s on the pricey side and too complicated for a kid. I like that this phone is restricted and that you can quickly contact someone in case of an emergency. It would also make my brother feel more independent but safe at the same time.

    Goodluck to whoever wins.

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  20. Anne says

    July 11, 2013 at 6:26 pm

    My mum is partially sighted – always struggles with a phone – what a fantastic idea and at a great price which is unusual as most things for partially sighted are at an inflated price – this would give me peace of mind if she had one but would also help her get her confidence back to go out alone – which I guess is priceless

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  21. AtoZ Mummy (Kat) says

    July 10, 2013 at 7:27 am

    I just love that there’s no Internet or texting – keeping it simple is great for kids

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  22. adele knight says

    July 9, 2013 at 2:19 pm

    Great 1st phone for a younger child giving peace of mind, ideal for the elderly too, brilliant!

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  23. Tracy Waldock Newton says

    July 9, 2013 at 10:50 am

    My Gran has Dementia. She can no longer use a normal telephone with ease. This phone can restrict who is called, thus she will not dial a wrong number and will always get through to a family member who can help.

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  24. Gemma Mills / Chamberlain (MyMillsBaby) says

    July 9, 2013 at 7:35 am

    I’ve entered. I have a disabled nephew and it would solve so many problems and give him back a little bit of independece. Brilliant idea.

    Reply
  25. Clare Webb says

    July 8, 2013 at 10:02 pm

    I have entered 🙂

    I like the fact that the child can easily phone their parents at a push of the button!

    Reply
  26. kayleigh bates says

    July 8, 2013 at 8:59 pm

    Looks so simple My 2 year old could manage it

    Reply
  27. Jackie Allum says

    July 8, 2013 at 8:42 pm

    Looks like one of those phones you don’t have to concern yourself about as it won’t run up bills or spend a fortune on downloadable games.

    Reply
  28. adeinne says

    July 8, 2013 at 6:45 pm

    I like this phone as it would be good for my mum who struggles using normal phones as she has problems with her fingers

    Reply
  29. anthony harrington says

    July 8, 2013 at 4:32 pm

    wonderful idea – I have entered

    Reply
  30. Tammy Tudor says

    July 8, 2013 at 12:57 pm

    I am entering as they are a genius idea and make it easy

    Reply
  31. Aysha says

    July 8, 2013 at 12:31 pm

    This is a brilliant invention, would love one of these for my son 🙂

    Reply
  32. Anna Van der post says

    July 8, 2013 at 12:12 pm

    Ideal for some Special needs children who may have coordination problems or be in a panic and unable to call for help. The simplicity of this phone is ideal and would certainly put my mind at rest. For the elderly who struggle with new technology, have memory difficulties or have sensory problems, this is once again a brilliant idea.

    Reply
  33. Lauren Pilkington says

    July 8, 2013 at 12:08 pm

    I love that they are so simple to use. My nana could do with one of these. Shes dead against mobiles as shes not good with technology but thinks they are good for emergencies so one of these would be perfect

    Reply
  34. Charlotte Clark says

    July 8, 2013 at 11:43 am

    I like this idea, gives me a break!

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  35. Mummy of Two says

    July 6, 2013 at 8:19 pm

    That they can’t play games or connect to the internet

    Reply
  36. Mumdrah says

    July 6, 2013 at 8:03 am

    Starting big school – we want one!

    Reply
    • Scottish Mum says

      July 6, 2013 at 7:23 pm

      They are really good..

      Reply
  37. chantelle hazelden says

    July 6, 2013 at 7:39 am

    like the restrictions x

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  38. TracyJo (@tjsi1963) says

    July 6, 2013 at 2:35 am

    I like that only certain numbers can be called and no text, it may get little kids used to the idea then hopefully no expensive phone bills when they’re older! Hopefully!!

    Reply
  39. ToastingMarshmallows says

    July 5, 2013 at 11:59 pm

    It’s great that children (or my gran) don’t have to remember a number or be able to work through menus to dial. I wouldn’t get the 999 button for my son though, he’d be constantly trying to call Fireman Sam.

    Reply
  40. Melissa Breckon says

    July 5, 2013 at 10:01 pm

    I love them, my son has one and my other son is pestering for one, great idea and so simple and easy to use! Heres our first thoughts http://www.mummamelio.com/2013/06/1stfone-for-kids.html

    Reply
  41. Mummy Fever says

    July 5, 2013 at 7:49 pm

    Please enter me. I love the phone and like the fact you can’t text @MummyFever

    Reply
  42. Kate Huxstep says

    July 5, 2013 at 2:21 pm

    This is brilliant! My 8 year old daughter plays out nearly every night and this would be a fantastic way to get hold of her at tea time and would save me burning the food.

    Reply
    • Scottish Mum says

      July 5, 2013 at 2:46 pm

      Yep, I think that’s the thing that I am finding it perfect for.

      Reply
  43. Rhoda K says

    July 5, 2013 at 9:32 am

    I like the sound of this phone. We would love for our elderly relatives to have a mobile phone but they absolutely refuse. I can’t help but feel it’s the fear of the technology. However our Great Aunt (in her 80s) goes off for massive long walks, and if something were to happen to her how would she get help? Maybe this is the solution, easy to use and peace of mind too.

    Reply
    • Scottish Mum says

      July 5, 2013 at 2:52 pm

      I think it would be a good option for many elders that struggle with other phones.

      Reply
  44. Me_andthe_tiny3 says

    July 5, 2013 at 8:59 am

    I like the fact that as my 4 year old is being weaned of his reins if he got lost he’d be able to call me, his dad or 999

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    • Scottish Mum says

      July 5, 2013 at 2:47 pm

      I didn’t add 999 as I worried about the getting regular calls from my wee one. I figured that with 8 numbers on his phone, if he went through them, he’d come to someone who could help. If I thought mine would be responsible with 999, then I’d definitely add it.

      Reply
  45. Haley Stone says

    July 4, 2013 at 10:36 pm

    I love the fact that it does what you need it to; be a safety precaution for your child without presenting other safety issues, like access to the internet. Fantastic idea perfect for all ages.

    Reply
  46. clair downham says

    July 4, 2013 at 9:43 pm

    great idea to have peace of mind for your kids

    Reply
  47. beth says

    July 4, 2013 at 7:12 pm

    this phone seems brilliant – winning 1 would be amazing. Knowing the kids could make a call without having to learn the number would add to their independence

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    • Scottish Mum says

      July 4, 2013 at 7:44 pm

      It’s fabulous. One of my older kids has also found a use for pinching his little brothers phone so he can put it round his neck to go out and play football. Otherwise his phone falls out of his pocket.

      Reply
  48. Terri says

    July 4, 2013 at 5:00 pm

    Amazing concept, could be just what is needed for the kids of today!

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  49. Christine Bray says

    July 4, 2013 at 4:14 pm

    I don’t own anything but a basic mobile so this sounds like the one for me!

    Reply
  50. Hele R says

    July 4, 2013 at 2:09 pm

    I love the fact that you can personalise it.

    Reply
    • Scottish Mum says

      July 4, 2013 at 4:48 pm

      The personalisation is great.

      Reply
  51. Missey j says

    July 4, 2013 at 11:46 am

    This looks amazing and would be ideal for my 5 and a half year old son. He has diabetes type 1 and is insulin dependent. This would be a Godsend for me as I would feel much safer knowing he has this for emergencies. Thank you for the opportunity.

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  52. Hazel Rea says

    July 4, 2013 at 10:53 am

    Brilliant idea – I love the absolute simplicity of this phone. It really is foolproof.

    Reply
  53. Gillian Holmes says

    July 4, 2013 at 8:14 am

    Sounds very useful.

    Reply
  54. Helen Dickinson says

    July 3, 2013 at 11:28 pm

    This is a amazing idea. It is very clever and very well thought out! Would love to win one.

    Reply
  55. kathleen hooper says

    July 3, 2013 at 9:43 pm

    this would be ideal for my 89 year old mother who has got to the stage now where she doesn’t remember how to use her mobile phone. She also has macular degeneration so would struggle to read it even if she could remember how to use it! this looks like it is really clear so would be easy for her to use. If it has a good clear and loud ring tone too, it would be perfect for her

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    • Scottish Mum says

      July 4, 2013 at 4:56 pm

      Good luck, I think these would be ideal for elderly too.

      Reply
  56. kim plant says

    July 3, 2013 at 9:35 pm

    fab I havnt seen this before great idea entering now x

    Reply
  57. Jane Willis says

    July 3, 2013 at 9:30 pm

    My mum is 87 and finds her mobile totally bewildering. She only really needs two numbers, me and my brother, and she doesn’t know how to use the phone address book so has to go and look the number up then type it in manually – taking several attempts- for every call. A phone like this would be wonderful for her, it would save her a lot of stress and worry, and save the irritation all the people whose wrong numbers she dials must feel!

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  58. Jane Willis says

    July 3, 2013 at 9:30 pm

    My mum is 87 and finds her mobile totally bewildering. She only really needs two numbers, me and my brother, and she doesn’t know how to use the phone address book so has to go and look the number up then type it in manually – taking several attempts- for every call. A phone like this would be wonderful for her, it would save her a lot of stress and worry, and save the irritation all the people whose wrong numbers she dials must feel!

    Reply
  59. hannah staveley says

    July 3, 2013 at 8:36 pm

    It all sounds so good .x

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  60. hannah staveley says

    July 3, 2013 at 8:36 pm

    It all sounds so good .x

    Reply
  61. Emily Foran says

    July 3, 2013 at 8:18 pm

    I have these for my children and will be reviewing them next week. I love the peace of mind they give me to allow them to grow and explore a little more freely.
    If I won one I would get an ownfone for my Grandmother.

    Reply
  62. Natalie | One Busy WAHM says

    July 3, 2013 at 8:02 pm

    What a great idea!

    With a 3yr old and 6yr old to keep track of, it’s always a worry that we will get separated in a busy place. I know both of my children would be confident in using a phone like this.

    Reply
    • Scottish Mum says

      July 4, 2013 at 5:08 pm

      I wish they had been around when mine were smaller. It would have saved a lot of worry out and about.

      Reply
  63. Orli D says

    July 3, 2013 at 6:25 pm

    Great idea. I was seriously debating buying one for my son, so hopefully I will win, and be as worried every time he leaves the house 🙂

    Reply
  64. wayne says

    July 3, 2013 at 5:47 pm

    Sounds great – I love that it gives you peace of mind!

    Reply
  65. Julie says

    July 3, 2013 at 4:52 pm

    I love the idea of this type of phone for my 8 year old to give him some freedom and me some peace of mind

    Reply
  66. Jane Ritchie says

    July 3, 2013 at 2:14 pm

    I was only reading about these the other day. Brilliant idea.

    Reply
  67. Kate Crane says

    July 3, 2013 at 1:26 pm

    I like the fact that you can restrict who can be called on the phone.

    Reply
    • Scottish Mum says

      July 6, 2013 at 12:47 am

      That’s the best bit about it I think.

      Reply

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