Technology has emerged into providing information by voice, instead of using a search engine by a keyboard. Both Alexa and Google Home do just this, as they are programmed with AI to recognize voice inquires and respond to them by scouting the information on the internet. But what are the pros and cons to each … Read more
Setting up a tablet for the elderly is important. Since they didn’t grow up with technology like generation z’s or millennials did, they are the most significant age group to teach. Reduce elderly frustrations when faced with a new technology object with a clean, and organized virtual screen. Also, by setting up any settings or … Read more
Connection is made easier with video calls over the internet, especially for long distances between loved ones. The newest video chatting technologies, including the Facebook Portal and Amazon’s Echo Show, have advantages and disadvantages when it comes to the elderly using them as a means to connect. Here, we dive into the pros and cons … Read more
In this article, we have reviewed the best cell phones for seniors with dementia. If you are in a hurry, the table below gives a quick snapshot of the top ones. Cell phones are very handy devices, allowing you to stay connected with the rest of the world. However, for people with dementia, using a … Read more
Seniors today are active in their retirement years and are spending their golden years exploring the world around them – including the internet. Unlike other generations, seniors today did not grow up with the technology so readily available so they are learning how to best to use the internet and all it entails. Of course, … Read more
Smart speakers like Amazon Alexa or Amazon Echo (or just Alexa) and Google Home have become extremely popular in the last 5 years. In the US alone, over 110 million smart speakers were in use in 2019 beginning1 and Amazon had sold more than 100 million such devices worldwide2. The reason for the popularity of … Read more
In the US, an estimated thirty percent of the elderly live alone and a whopping eighty percent of the elderly have no younger generation staying with them. Due to work considerations, we often have to move out of our parent’s homes after college. Or, after retirement, your parents may want to move away from the … Read more
