Technology Archives - Senior Planet from AARP /category/technology/ Aging With Attitude Sun, 05 Jan 2025 16:37:12 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://seniorplanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/cropped-SYMBOL_RGB_RED-32x32.png Technology Archives - Senior Planet from AARP /category/technology/ 32 32 Apps That Help with Your Resolutions https://seniorplanet.org/articles-apps-that-help-resolutions/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-apps-that-help-resolutions/#respond Mon, 06 Jan 2025 11:45:01 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=182914 Senior Planet researched some of the most popular applications to help older adults accomplish their goals for 2025.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-apps-that-help-resolutions/feed/ 0 Ask The Techspert: A Step-by-Step Guide to Stream Holiday Movies Like a Pro https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-stream-movies/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-stream-movies/#respond Sat, 21 Dec 2024 11:02:37 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=182728 Whether you use a smart TV or a regular one, learn step-by-step how to set up your system to stream holiday movies like a pro.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-stream-movies/feed/ 0 Tech the Halls! https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tech-the-halls/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tech-the-halls/#respond Mon, 02 Dec 2024 11:57:44 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=181534 Tech the halls while you deck the halls. These apps can help get everything organized, bought, decorated, wrapped, and sent  - on budget.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tech-the-halls/feed/ 0 Ask the Techspert: Upgrading Your Phone Made Easy https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-upgrading-phone-made-easy/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-upgrading-phone-made-easy/#comments Sat, 16 Nov 2024 11:36:19 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=181025 Looking to upgrade your phone? Switching phones doesn't have to be daunting. Learn how to make the process seamless and rewarding.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-upgrading-phone-made-easy/feed/ 3 Talking Turkey…with Tech https://seniorplanet.org/articles-talking-turkey-tech/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-talking-turkey-tech/#respond Mon, 04 Nov 2024 12:51:04 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=179841 From meal planning to leftovers management, these apps can lessen Thanksgiving stress...but would you plan a menu with AI?

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-talking-turkey-tech/feed/ 0 Ask The Techspert: 7 Tips to Get What You Need from Tech Support https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-tech-support/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-tech-support/#respond Sat, 19 Oct 2024 10:35:34 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=179436 Navigating tech support can sometimes feel frustrating. Here are some tips to help you get the most out of your support experience.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-tech-support/feed/ 0 Tech Your Way to Your Family Tree https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tech-family-histories/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tech-family-histories/#comments Mon, 07 Oct 2024 10:38:20 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=178285 Shows like Finding Your Roots fuels the interest in family history and genealogy; here are some tech tools to help your search.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tech-family-histories/feed/ 2 Top Ten Tech Tips for Travel https://seniorplanet.org/articles-top-tech-tips-travel/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-top-tech-tips-travel/#comments Thu, 26 Sep 2024 10:33:57 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=175991 Your tablet or smartphone can do more on vacation than take pictures - with our tech tips they can help you long before your trip.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-top-tech-tips-travel/feed/ 2 Pregúntele al Techspert: ¿Qué pasa con las herramientas de traducción? https://seniorplanet.org/articles-es-techspert-herramientas-de-traduccion/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-es-techspert-herramientas-de-traduccion/#comments Sat, 21 Sep 2024 19:35:16 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=180751 Desde traducciones en tiempo real hasta reconocimiento de texto, las herramientas de traducción están transformando la forma en que nos comunicamos en distintos idiomas.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-es-techspert-herramientas-de-traduccion/feed/ 1 Ask the Techspert: What About Translation Tools? https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-translation/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-translation/#comments Sat, 21 Sep 2024 10:40:18 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=177437 From real-time translations to text recognition, translation tools are transforming the way we communicate across languages.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-translation/feed/ 1 Launch Your Own Website https://seniorplanet.org/articles-diy-website/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-diy-website/#comments Mon, 02 Sep 2024 10:24:41 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=176625 DIY websites are simpler than ever. Thanks to user-friendly platforms and tools, you can bring your online vision to life.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-diy-website/feed/ 1 Ask The Techspert: How to Speed Up Your Browser https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-speed-browser/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-speed-browser/#comments Sat, 17 Aug 2024 10:43:08 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=175362 Want a smoother, faster more efficient online experience? The Techspert offers some simple tips and techniques to help you speed up and optimize your browser.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-speed-browser/feed/ 1 Smart Home Security While You’re Away https://seniorplanet.org/articles-home-security-while-away/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-home-security-while-away/#comments Mon, 05 Aug 2024 10:42:41 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=173925 When planning a vacation, homeowners should develop a strategy to safeguard their property from theft or damage. Here's how.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-home-security-while-away/feed/ 2 Pregúntele al Techspert: Cómo evitar las tarifas de roaming en el extranjero https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-evitar-tarifas-de-roaming/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-evitar-tarifas-de-roaming/#respond Sat, 20 Jul 2024 14:00:53 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=175597 Mantenerse conectado en el extranjero no tiene por qué costar una fortuna: con una planificación meticulosa, puede disfrutar de su viaje manteniendo bajos los costos de comunicación.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-evitar-tarifas-de-roaming/feed/ 0 Ask The Techspert: How To Avoid Roaming Fees Abroad https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-roaming-fees-abroad/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-roaming-fees-abroad/#comments Sat, 20 Jul 2024 10:32:44 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=173298 Staying connected abroad doesn't have to cost a fortune—with careful planning, you can enjoy your trip while keeping your communication costs low.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-roaming-fees-abroad/feed/ 2 Going Mobile with Travel Apps https://seniorplanet.org/articles-travel-apps/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-travel-apps/#comments Mon, 01 Jul 2024 16:18:09 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=172176 Senior Planet's overview of travel apps for cruises, flights, drives and more can save you time and money for your next trip.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-travel-apps/feed/ 1 Ask The Techspert: 5 Uncommon Smartphone Uses https://seniorplanet.org/articles-ask-the-techspert-5-uncommon-smartphone-uses/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-ask-the-techspert-5-uncommon-smartphone-uses/#comments Sat, 15 Jun 2024 11:53:41 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=171571 This Techspert column covers five lesser-known - yet intriguing - ways to leverage your smartphone capabilities.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-ask-the-techspert-5-uncommon-smartphone-uses/feed/ 14 Memorial Day: Ghosts of History – And More https://seniorplanet.org/articles-ghosts-of-history-and-more/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-ghosts-of-history-and-more/#comments Wed, 29 May 2024 10:30:42 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=7197 For Memorial Day, view a photo 'mashup" of places where US GI's liberated Europe, then and now...and learn how you can help preserve their memories.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-ghosts-of-history-and-more/feed/ 5 Ask The Techspert: How To Google Like A Pro https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-how-to-google/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-how-to-google/#comments Sat, 18 May 2024 10:55:59 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=170097 Not every Google search provides the desired result. The Techspert covers some basic and advanced tips that will help you Google like a PRO.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-how-to-google/feed/ 6 Tech Tools to Get Creative https://seniorplanet.org/articles-creative-tech-crazy-apps/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-creative-tech-crazy-apps/#respond Mon, 06 May 2024 10:57:23 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=146708 You don't need a canvas to get creative. Some tech smarts and a few apps can help you create a comic book, plan a garden or make a movie.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-creative-tech-crazy-apps/feed/ 0 Ask The Techspert: TechBytes Episode 4 https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-techbytes-4/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-techbytes-4/#comments Sat, 27 Apr 2024 10:46:17 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=169457 In this TechBytes episode the Techspert answers questions about finding your lost phone, Wi-Fi passwords, adding computer users, and more.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-techbytes-4/feed/ 2 Sea realista con respecto a la inteligencia artificial https://seniorplanet.org/articles-realista-con-inteligencia-artificial/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-realista-con-inteligencia-artificial/#comments Wed, 10 Apr 2024 16:00:55 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=169069 La Inteligencia Artificial o “IA” ha dominado el mundo tecnológico; ahora Senior Planet avanza con nuevas clases de IA para adultos mayores. ¡Participe con nosotros!

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-realista-con-inteligencia-artificial/feed/ 2 Get Real about Artificial Intelligence https://seniorplanet.org/articles-event-artificial-intelligence/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-event-artificial-intelligence/#comments Wed, 10 Apr 2024 10:03:24 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=166945 Artificial Intelligence or “AI” has dominated the tech world; now Senior Planet steps up with new AI classes for older adults. Join us!

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-event-artificial-intelligence/feed/ 11 Happy Birthday YouTube! https://seniorplanet.org/articles-happy-birthday-youtube/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-happy-birthday-youtube/#respond Mon, 01 Apr 2024 10:04:31 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=20324 A 19-second video of a young guy talking about his trip to the zoo marks a milestone in online content this month.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-happy-birthday-youtube/feed/ 0 Pregúntele al Techspert: Todo acerca de los chats grupales https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-los-chats-grupales/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-los-chats-grupales/#respond Sat, 16 Mar 2024 13:15:07 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=168130 Los chats grupales son una forma divertida, eficiente y que ahorra tiempo de mantenerse en contacto con familiares o grupos de amigos para planificar un evento, compartir noticias o simplemente mantenerse en contacto.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-los-chats-grupales/feed/ 0 Ask The Techspert: All About Group Chats https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-group-chats/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-group-chats/#comments Sat, 16 Mar 2024 10:32:31 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=166817 Group chats are a fun, efficient and time-saving way to stay in touch with family or friend groups to plan an event, share news or simply stay in touch.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-group-chats/feed/ 2 The Museum of Obsolete Objects https://seniorplanet.org/articles-obsolete-objects/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-obsolete-objects/#comments Mon, 04 Mar 2024 11:10:10 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=9259 Remember rotary dial phones? And fax machines? Take a spin through this unique and funny YouTube archive of obsolete technology - maybe you still have some of them!.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-obsolete-objects/feed/ 11 Ask The Techspert: TechBytes Episode 3 https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-techbytes-3/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-techbytes-3/#comments Sat, 17 Feb 2024 11:20:02 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=165754 Welcome to the third TechBytes episode with new technology questions about digital legacy, disposal of defunct PCs, URLs, and so much more.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-techbytes-3/feed/ 4 Avoid Romantic Scammers Online https://seniorplanet.org/articles-avoid-romantic-scammers-online/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-avoid-romantic-scammers-online/#comments Mon, 05 Feb 2024 11:48:45 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=118903 February means Valentine’s Day and love is in the air.  Or is it?  Not for the seniors who fall for phony romance scams.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-avoid-romantic-scammers-online/feed/ 12 Senior Planet Goes to CES https://seniorplanet.org/articles-senior-planet-ces/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-senior-planet-ces/#comments Wed, 31 Jan 2024 11:00:25 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=165388 What's the latest in tech from the Consumer Electronics Show? Senior Planet takes a tour of CES and offers a few highlights.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-senior-planet-ces/feed/ 1 Ask The Techspert: How To Cut The Cord? https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-cut-the-cord/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-cut-the-cord/#comments Sat, 20 Jan 2024 11:27:04 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=164245 Are you ready to save money and cut the cord? Check out this primer and get the facts before you return that cable box.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-cut-the-cord/feed/ 19 Game On! Seniors and Online Gaming https://seniorplanet.org/articles-seniors-online-gaming/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-seniors-online-gaming/#comments Mon, 01 Jan 2024 11:02:01 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=157337 Older gamers' participation in online gaming rose 33 percent in recent years, but what — or who — is behind this phenomenon?

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-seniors-online-gaming/feed/ 11 Ask The Techspert: The Top 3 Smishing Scams https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-top-3-sms-scams/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-top-3-sms-scams/#comments Sat, 16 Dec 2023 11:42:01 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=162450 Is that SMS message really about a free gift? Is it really from your bank? From Amazon? From a package delivery service? Our Techspert has the answers.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-top-3-sms-scams/feed/ 4 Tech: Wearables That Help Your Health https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tech-tech-wearables-health/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tech-tech-wearables-health/#comments Mon, 04 Dec 2023 11:25:52 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=161583 Wearables, the technology people wear on their bodies, are 2023's hot trend, and will be even more popular in 2024. Here's the low down on what's coming up

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tech-tech-wearables-health/feed/ 3 Pregúntele al Techspert: Cuidado con los Deepfakes https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-cuidado-con-deepfakes/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-cuidado-con-deepfakes/#respond Sat, 18 Nov 2023 17:00:15 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=169077 El Techspert aborda los deepfakes, o ultrafalsos, sus peligros, cómo evitar que se le engañe y qué hacer si es víctima de una estafa de suplantación de identidad en línea.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-cuidado-con-deepfakes/feed/ 0 Ask The Techspert: Beware of Deepfakes https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-deepfakes/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-deepfakes/#respond Sat, 18 Nov 2023 11:18:51 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=161023 The Techspert tackles deepfakes, their dangers, how to avoid being fooled - and what to do if you're a victim of an online impersonation scam

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-deepfakes/feed/ 0 Tech: Dialing for Dollars – to Charities https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tech-dialing-for-dollars-to-charities/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tech-dialing-for-dollars-to-charities/#respond Mon, 06 Nov 2023 11:03:56 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=160273 With the popularity of smartphones, charitable giving apps make donating to worthy causes safe and seamless. Here's how. 

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tech-dialing-for-dollars-to-charities/feed/ 0 Ask The Techspert: 5 Cybersecurity Tips You Should Know https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-5-cybersecurity-tips/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-5-cybersecurity-tips/#comments Sat, 21 Oct 2023 10:45:45 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=159214 Since October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, here are five cybersecurity tips that you can easily apply today without paying a penny.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-5-cybersecurity-tips/feed/ 2 Tech: The Internet of Things https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tech-the-internet-of-things/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tech-the-internet-of-things/#comments Mon, 02 Oct 2023 10:28:38 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=158284 The Internet of Things (IoT) now includes smart toilets and smart kitty litter boxes! Here's the latest in this technology.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tech-the-internet-of-things/feed/ 4 Ask The Techspert: Your Guide to Senior Planet Resources https://seniorplanet.org/article-techspert-senior-planet-resources/ https://seniorplanet.org/article-techspert-senior-planet-resources/#comments Sat, 16 Sep 2023 11:00:56 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=155911 Are you familiar with all of Senior Planet's Tech resources for older adults? This article covers most of them and their links.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/article-techspert-senior-planet-resources/feed/ 2 Tech: Giggle With Google on Its Birthday! https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tech-google-birthday/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tech-google-birthday/#comments Mon, 04 Sep 2023 10:26:02 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=154984 Discover Google’s fun side and play games, perform tricks, get answers to silly questions, charm your grandchildren with animal sounds and so much more.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tech-google-birthday/feed/ 1 Ask The Techspert: Augmented Reality vs. Virtual Reality https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-augmented-vs-virtual-reality/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-augmented-vs-virtual-reality/#comments Sat, 19 Aug 2023 10:43:35 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=154531 Learn the difference between Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality...and about the Senior Planet resources to help you explore both.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-augmented-vs-virtual-reality/feed/ 3 Picture Perfect: Free Photo-Editing Tools https://seniorplanet.org/articles-picture-perfect/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-picture-perfect/#comments Wed, 09 Aug 2023 10:18:30 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=153621 Check out these free tools to bring out your photos’ full potential.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-picture-perfect/feed/ 4 Tech: Six Cool Tricks You Didn’t Know Alexa Can Do https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tech-six-tricks-alexa/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tech-six-tricks-alexa/#comments Mon, 07 Aug 2023 10:59:33 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=153034 Who says technology has to be serious?  There's so much more to Alexa than setting alarms or playing music. It does tricks!

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tech-six-tricks-alexa/feed/ 4 Ask The Techspert: What Is the Threads App? https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-threads-app/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-threads-app/#comments Sat, 15 Jul 2023 10:49:51 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=152418 Our Techspert offers a primer on Threads, the newest social media platform with a focus on text conversations.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-threads-app/feed/ 3 Tech: Fitness Apps for Seniors https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tech-fitness-apps/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tech-fitness-apps/#comments Mon, 03 Jul 2023 10:44:39 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=150971 Android and Apple fitness apps for both smartwatches and phones can track health and fitness, but which one to choose?

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tech-fitness-apps/feed/ 1 Ask The Techspert: What About Digital Wallets? https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-digital-wallets/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-digital-wallets/#comments Sat, 17 Jun 2023 10:05:18 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=149570 Digital wallets enable people to make purchases, send and receive money, pay bills, keep different cards, and more with their phones.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-digital-wallets/feed/ 9 What is AI? https://seniorplanet.org/articles-what-is-ai/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-what-is-ai/#comments Thu, 08 Jun 2023 10:56:34 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=149293 You might be surprised to know you're already using Artificial Intelligence (AI). Learn about this exciting new technology - and a free talk on June 15.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-what-is-ai/feed/ 4 Tech: Apps for that International Vacay! https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tech-apps-international-vacay/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tech-apps-international-vacay/#respond Mon, 05 Jun 2023 10:49:08 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=148647 Pent-up demand for travel this summer is creating a crush for affordable airfares, tours and more - but these apps can help.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tech-apps-international-vacay/feed/ 0 Ask The Techspert: 3 Cool Things To Know About Smart TVs https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-3-things-tvs/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-techspert-3-things-tvs/#comments Sat, 20 May 2023 10:58:42 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=148150 We've heard about "streaming" when it comes to smart TVs. Let's look at other cool features your smart TV has.

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