A Study Case for Facilitating Communication Using NFC

This article proposes a novel solution that facilitates the use of mobile technology for the elderly. The senior population is rapidly growing, representing 16-17% of the total population in developed countries. The use of a mobile device presents two large obstacles for this group: problems from disabilities due to age, and problems associated with the lack of familiarity with mobile technology.The combined use of contactless technologies such as NFC and MiFARE eliminates the barriers encountered by older individuals. These technologies make it possible to use basic services of a mobile telephone, such as placing a call or sending a message, in a way that is easy, user friendly and intuitive. The ComunicaME system makes it possible to place a call or send a sms on a mobile by simply moving it closer to a contactless tag.