Because we are such big believers in the power of yoga for seniors, we want to let you know about one of our favorite iPhone applications — Yoga STRETCH. Let’s say you live in an area where there aren’t any yoga classes, you don’t belong to gym, or you just prefer to work out from the comfort of your own home, then it is not a bad idea to invest in Yoga STRETCH.
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Senior Friendly Features: Large LCD Screen, Easy to Feel Controls, Easy to See Controls, Simplicity, Image Stabilization, Durable Design, Viewfinder.
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Elder friendly features: Automatic Shut-off, Safety Handle, Accessible Filter Baskets, Large Visuals, Broad, Shallow Filter Baskets.
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Elder friendly features: Easy-to-Remove Lids, Ergonomic Buttons, Stable, Easy to Clean.
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ElderGadget is your one-stop-shop for everything iPad-related. So we are excited to announce that the good folks at Apple have (finally) announced an official release date for their highly-anticipated tablet.
Circle your calendar; the date is Saturday, April 3rd. In case you don’t want to deal with the long lines, the chaos, and the possible shortages, we recommend that you go ahead and pre-order your iPad starting March 12th.
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With the plethora of web browsers around, web users the world over are scratching their collective heads wondering what exactly is the difference between them. In our ever evolving and increasing online lives, choosing the correct browser to use is becoming increasingly complex. Since the very first web browser was introduced in 1991, the Browser [...]
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Digital camcorders combine the features of a still camera with a video recorder; we consider them to be a tremendously useful all-in-one gadget. Certain camcorders accentuate or modify specific features, which for our purposes here, leads us to a discussion of the elder friendly features we find in a digital camcorder. Because not all aging adults have the same physiological needs, we have outlined the features of a camcorder that seniors might find important.
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The Massachusetts Senate recently voted to require drivers over 74 to undergo medical screenings in order to renew their drivers licenses. While supporters of the bill are calling this a victory for public safety, their opponents see the new restrictions as age discrimination.
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TechRadar.com writer Gary Marshall’s recently penned a thoughtful, controversial, and provocative piece on the state of technology for seniors, the not-so-subtly titled “Stop Insulting the Elderly with Crappy Technology.” Marshall argues that growing old is difficult enough for many individuals; seniors don’t need to be bombarded with pricey and patronizing technological “innovations.”
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Elder Friendly Features: Automatic Settings
by Max Baumgarten on March 4, 2010
in Commentary, Electronics
When it comes to purchasing the right electronics and gadgets for older adults, it is important to pay attention to senior friendly features. While we frequently associate senior friendly features with comfort and ergonomic designs, it is also crucial to look for devices with automatic settings.
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