When Cecil Britton, a retired Lockheed engineer, considered buying a new car this year, he wanted one that would help him drive more easily and more safely. “I’m still in pretty good shape,” says Britton, 79, whose previous cars included a 2006 Honda Odyssey and a 2015 Accord. “But I noticed that when I’d get in my Odyssey I wasn’t able to back …
Mark Hager talks with Jonathan Frankel, the Founder & CEO of Nucleus – a startup on a mission to redefine the home intercom system . They are making keeping in contact with & caring for your family, easier. They have created a home intercom technology that uses audio and video chat. It makes talking to someone in another room easy, and …
New car technology is continually improving. Car manufacturers spend huge sums of money to provide their customers with the latest gadgets and features. Many of these features are aimed at providing a safer driving experience, giving the driver greater control and to help reduce running costs. The four new car technology examples below have …
In a previous article on useful technologies for seniors, we discussed care benefits and keeping in touch with family, among other topics. In this post I want to expand a little bit on how some modern technologies can assist individuals in these specific areas. Specifically, thanks to modern GPS tools, there are some new and exciting ways for …
When you read about new tech products, you almost always run into someone who says something along the lines of, "technology is invading our lives." Well, yes; it has. But, I don't know that it is a bad thing. Honestly, tech products can be an indicator of scientific advancement, creative expression and even shifts in the things that are driving …
If you're wondering what home automation features could actually support you in your caregiving role, then you're in for a treat. In this article, we're covering home automation that can not only help you're loved on stay at home longer (say, an aging parent), but also help you rest a little easier. I've been writing about home automation and …
