Technology

I need to cut back on my scream time but I’m not having much success. The problem is, Alexa’s gone rogue; I haven’t yelled this much in the morning since the kids moved out a decade ago.  ...

Don't overthink your workouts. Let technology be your guide through one of the many fitness trackers that offer a wealth of personal data you can use to optimize your overall health and fitness goals. ...

Style evolves as we age, often reflecting our confidence, elegance and comfort. For women in their 50s and older, staying fashionable is about using trends sparingly, expressing individuality fully, and feeling fabulous forever. Technology offers an array of tools that make it easier than ever to discover and refine our style. ...

Consider time, energy and efficiency when incorporating technology into your decor. Take it step by step as you retrofit into your current space. If you’re building a new smart home, the only limit is your budget. ...

It’s too early to understand the potential risks of investing with robo advisors during an economic downturn or extreme market volatility when panicked or inexperienced investors may be more inclined to abandon their investment strategies without a familiar, actual person to guide them through the storm.  ...

Learning a new tech device is more frightening than hearing a strange noise at night, a dental visit and a doctor appointment combined, according to a survey of adults 60+). Fifty-seven percent of older adults fear internet scams, hacks and computer viruses.  ...

All media is moving toward streaming. Convenient? Sure, and it frees up space around the house, but you pay for the media you stream. We’ve kept a good amount of our stuff and I suspect we’re not alone. ...

Welcome to our Technology issue! For better or worse, we live in a technological society, so we need to keep pace to do business, stay socially connected and remain informed. In this July/August 2024 issue of Northeast Ohio Boomer magazine, we cover the bases to demystify complexities and answer your burning questions about tech in daily living.

Our cover model, Marj Kolesar of Medina, embodies the mix of satisfaction and frustration we all feel with the tangle of technology. Enjoy our stories about how tech intersects every aspect of Thriving After 55, from smartphones to smartTVs, laptops, fitness trackers, fashion apps, home decor, caregiving and all the rest. We also point you to resources so you can take a class or join a group that will patiently teach you how to become tech savvy at home and on the go.

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