The Thing About the Internet of Things
We’ve been hearing a lot lately about the “Internet of Things” (IoT). Often, the discussion revolves around issues associated with data privacy and cybersecurity.
View ArticleThe New Dating Game — Millennial Style
When my friend was in her 20s, single and living in New York City, she called her suburban mother a few times a week. Often the conversation started with her mom asking, “So?” That was shorthand for...
View ArticleMe and My Smartphone: A Love-Hate Relationship
For someone with moderate to severe hearing loss, the smartphone is both savior and nemesis. I can’t imagine life without a smartphone, but I can imagine many ways that it could be better.
View ArticleGot Neck Pain? Blame Your Smartphone
Pity our poor necks, constantly bending forward for long periods as we read, text and play games on our smartphones, e-readers, iPads and other tech toys.
View ArticleWhy I'm Ditching My Smartphone With the Kids Around
Last week I took my 4-year-old granddaughter to the dress rehearsal for her dance recital. Instead of enjoying the show, I pulled out my iPhone to record the performance and focused on the screen. But...
View ArticleAARP Debuts RealPad Tablet
AARP debuted its first-ever consumer product at the Ideas@50+ conference in San Diego last month.
View ArticleThe Challenge of Focusing in a Digital World
People love their digital devices. Take the Staying Sharp Digital Declutter Challenge to learn about what distracts you and how to deal with it.
View ArticleOlder Americans’ Tech Spending Has Doubled Since Pandemic
Consumers age 50-plus spent an average of $912 on technology in 2022, up from $394 in 2019, according to a new AARP survey.
View ArticleStow Your Phone Before Bed
Research shows that exposure to the blue light from smartphones and other electronics, such as computers and tablets, might keep you awake at night.
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