How to Set Up an iPad for Elderly Use

Elderly User iPad Otterbox Agility Shell case and tablet stand

A tablet can enhance the quality of life for many elderly people, especially those who are limited in their mobility or are residing in a group-home or other assisted living environment. I purchased and set up an iPad for my 90 year old father who loves to use the tablet and apps to watch videos,…

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ZeroChroma Cases for iPhone and iPad

ZeroChroma iPad case

When it comes to cases for the iPhone and iPad, there are many options available. You can find models that have desirable features such as light weight, shock resistance, or a slim profile. A few even combine more than one of these features. The folks at Zero Chroma have developed a line of cases that…

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Tech Gifts for Seniors and Boomers

Octa TabletTail Monkey Tail with Vacuum Dock, featuring 98 (!) year old grandfather of Pro Trotsky, Octa Founder and CEO.

Tech gifts for seniors and boomers that enhance the life of the recipient and probably you as well. All of these items have excellent price performance, you can decide how much to spend. No matter what you choose, these gifts will show your loved ones that you care about them and should both enhance their…

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ZAGG Folio iPad Case Review

ZAGG-Folios-display

The latest iPad is a fantastic mobile device. It’s high-resolution Retina display, lightweight, and easy to use touch-screen interface make it a joy to use for almost any task that can take advantage of a touch-based interface. Although editing photos, reading e-books, surfing the web, or viewing movies are fantastic experiences on a tablet, there…

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Waterproof iPhone Case Lifeproof Review and Tips

Ashley Guarrasi in pool with LifeProof case photo by Ray Gordon

Protecting your phone from water during outdoor activities is challenging, especially during the summer months when many of us are active around pools, the beach and more. In my home state of Hawaii, many people choose to live here because they love the water. It’s a water centric kind of place where water activities can…

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Why Blenders Should be More Like Computers

Over the past three decades I’ve owned many computers – big towers, notebooks, laptops, desktops, transportable all-in-ones, and ultra-light portables.  Worked on everything from a Tandy 100 to a SPARC station.  So I have a pretty good idea of what computers can do. I’ve also owned a good number of blending devices.  In fact, right…

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