SmartCompanion (SC) is an Android customization that was specially designed to address seniors’ goals and needs. It aims to be a permanently available companion to support seniors in their daily activities, through a number of tools, from messaging to medication reminder applications. SmartCompanion intends to create 2 ecosystems: a technological one where seniors can use multiple different gadgets like smartphones, tablets, tv’s, bracelets, external sensors, weight scales, multimedia car systems, etc. On the other hand, SmartCompanion also wants to support a social ecosystem where primary users (seniors) can interact with informal caregivers, family, friends and formal caregivers.
