How to use your BigPurplePhone

How to use your BigPurplePhone

☎️ How do I make a phone call?

πŸ‘€ Option 1: Call a saved contact

  1. Tap the photo (face) of the person on your screen

  2. The phone will start calling automatically

πŸ”’ Option 2: Dial a number

  1. Tap the Dialpad

  2. Enter the phone number

  3. Tap the green call button πŸ“ž

βœ… Tip: Use Speaker if you want hands-free calling.


πŸ’¬ How do I send a text message?

  1. Tap Type Message πŸ’¬

  2. Select the person you want to message

  3. Type your message using the keyboard

  4. Tap Send πŸ“€

βœ… Tip: Keep messages short and simple for easy reading. Also the first 2 steps is how we view contacts previous messages.


🎀 How do I send a voice message?

  1. Tap Speak a Message πŸ’¬

  2. Tap the speaker icon πŸ”Š

  3. Wait for the countdown to finish ⏳

  4. Speak clearly after the β€œblip” πŸŽ™οΈ

  5. When finished, tap Send πŸ“€

βœ… Tip: Hold the phone close so your voice is clear.


πŸ“Έ How do I take a photo?

  1. Tap the Camera πŸ“·

  2. Point the phone at what you want to capture

  3. Tap the big button to take the photo πŸ”˜

  4. View the picture, if it is a what you need click "Save", or click "Retake" if it is not correct.

✨ Extras:

  • Zoom in/out with your fingers πŸ”

  • Tap the flip icon for a selfie 🀳


πŸ–ΌοΈ Where do my photos go?

  1. Open the Photo Gallery πŸ–ΌοΈ

  2. Tap any photo to make it bigger

  3. Use the share icon to send it to someone πŸ“€

βœ… Tip: Liking a photo moves it to the top for easy access.


βž• How do I add a new contact?

  1. Tap Phone πŸ“ž

  2. Tap β€œNew” βž•

  3. Add a photo (optional) πŸ–ΌοΈ

  4. Enter name and phone number ✍️

  5. Tap Done βœ…

βœ… Tip: Adding a photo makes it easier to call them later.


πŸ”¦ How do I use the torch (flashlight)?

  1. Tap the Torch icon πŸ”¦

  2. Tap it again to turn it off

βœ… Helpful for: finding things in the dark or at night.


🌞 How do I adjust screen brightness?

  1. Find the brightness control πŸŒ—

  2. Slide it left or right to adjust

βœ… Tip: Lower brightness saves battery.


πŸ†˜ How does the SOS button work?

  1. Press the SOS button πŸ†˜
    β†’ Sends a message with your location to emergency contacts

  2. Tap the green phone icon πŸ“ž
    β†’ Tap the "Call" button to call emergency services

⚠️ Only use in emergencies.

βœ… Can be disabled in the Carer's Website

☁️ How do I check the weather? (SilverFox only)

  1. Tap the Weather icon 🌀️

  2. View today’s forecast and temperature


🎡 How do I listen to music or radio? (SilverFox only)

  1. Tap Music 🎢 or Radio πŸ“»

  2. Choose what you want to listen to

  3. Tap play ▢️


πŸ“Ή How do I make a video call? (SilverFox only)

  1. Tap Video Call πŸ“Ή

  2. Select a contact

  3. Start the call

βœ… Tip: Make sure you are in a well-lit area.


❀️ What do I do if I need help? (SilverFox only)

  1. Tap the Help button ❀️

  2. A real person will assist you

πŸ“ž Or call: (02) 8660-1390


✏️ How do I use the stylus?

  • Use the soft tip to tap or swipe ✍️

  • The other end works like a pen πŸ–ŠοΈ

βœ… Tip: Great if your fingers don’t work well on the screen.