Going online
We talk about how to use the web safely and productively
How User-Friendly Design Improves Gaming Experiences
Collaborative Post You notice good game design most when it stops getting in your way. Whether you play for five minutes on your phone or settle in for a longer session on a console. Clear menus, helpful prompts and readable feedback shape how smoothly everything feels. When a game respects your time and attention, you […]
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Is Your Loved One Becoming Digitally Invisible?
By 2035, up to five million older people in the UK could become ‘digitally invisible’, according to research by Noble Live-In Care – unable to access essential services or stay connected in an increasingly online world. For family carers, this isn’t just about technology. It’s about connection, independence, dignity – and the growing risk that […]
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Which pensioners are missing out on lower broadband social tariffs?
Recent research by USwitch has found that those on low incomes struggling to afford their broadband bills in the UK could be entitled to savings of up to £257.88 a year with the help of social tariffs. While this research relates primarily to those on universal credit, some pensioners could also qualify. However, receiving a […]
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The basics of staying safe online
Collaborative Post Getting online opens up a world of possibilities. But it also poses risks that can be difficult to spot – particularly if you’re not tech-savvy. There are scammers and hackers in the world who may try to take advantage of that. If you want to use the internet more but aren’t sure about […]
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Choosing broadband for older people
With getting online becoming increasingly vital to everyday life, knowing that your older relative or friends are getting a good deal from their broadband is important for peace of mind, as well as the bank balance. Utility company Uswitch carried out a survey of the over 55s, and found that actually many users aren’t switching […]
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Which technologies are right for your seniors?
Smartphones, laptops, smart televisions, gaming machines … so many choices in a rapidly changing world. Technology can support and delight our elders, but how do they get started? AbilityNet, an organisation supporting older people and people living with disability to use technology, has offered some really useful definitions and pointers. How do you choose a […]
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The Doro tablet for seniors – product review
While we talk a great deal about how being online is becoming vital to daily life, it can be difficult for older people. It’s not just about familiarity with technology. It’s also about being able to use smartphones, tablets and PCs when your eyesight’s not as good as it was and your fingers not as […]
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Helping an Older Relative to Use Their Smartphone
Collaborative Post One of the great things about the technologically-driven age we now live in is that people who might otherwise be isolated have a means of staying in touch with those that matter to them. The learning curve on many modern devices can sometimes be steep – but if there’s a younger, savvier relative […]
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Why and how to secure your emails accounts
Fraud is everywhere. We all need to keep on top of the ways and means that criminals use to get into our online accounts, including email. Here are some tips from Action Fraud on how to protect ourselves and our seniors. Why is email security important? Your emails contain a lot of information about you, […]
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Shielding Seniors from Cybercrime – Best Practices for Online Security
Collaborative Post Let’s face it, not all older people are clueless when it comes to technology. Many of them can navigate the online world like pros. However, it is no secret that older adults are often the victims of cyberattacks. Businesses can find a cyber security company, but how do we keep the older people […]
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