Wondering how you can use technology to stay connected? Here are some ideas and resources to get started
We break down what you can expect to pay for a smart speaker that does what you need it to do, plus how to use it to hear free music, audiobooks and more without breaking your budget.
Having a smart speaker is almost like having a live-in companion, one you can ask for information whenever you need it using just your voice. Unlike when you use a laptop or tablet, you can activate the speaker anytime simply by saying its “wake-word,” such as Alexa, OK Google or Siri.
Do you need help setting up a smart speaker for the first time? Follow these step-by-step tips for getting started with Amazon Echo, Apple HomePod or Google Home assistants.
About one-third of Americans 65 and older don't use the internet. Even among those who use it, roughly one-third aren't confident when performing tasks online. Tech training classes create new links to family, friends and learning.
AARP Foundation and Aunt Bertha have launched voice-assisted search for local social services to be used by seniors in affordable housing communities in Northwest Baltimore. The new Alexa skill enables vulnerable seniors to easily gather information about free and reduced-cost assistance in their community, such as food pantries, transportation, tax preparation and more.
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Three new studies paint a surprisingly complicated picture of the role of mobile devices in our social lives—and suggest steps we can take to make the most of technology.
