Not Just for Calls: Fun Apps to Get Seniors Familiar with Their Smartphones The best thing about smartphones is that they aren’t just for making phone calls. There are tons of different things you can do on today’s mobile devices and learning how to use one can be a fun experience for seniors. Fun Apps for Elders Oftentimes, seniors may not want to worry about learning new technologies, but smartphones are actually easy to learn and worth taking the time to do so. Not only can they help keep you in contact with your family, they can provide hours of entertainment.