With each new year, comes new technology. It’s designed better than the year before to make life easier and simpler. Not everyone is tech savvy yet. Here is a list of the top 10 new tech options that any grandparent would love to have.
1. Amazon Fire TV
The tech device has been a rave since it hit the market. It is a favorite for all ages. The Amazon Fire Tv gives viewers a choice between many different channels including Netflix and Hulu. It is relatively easy to use and install and will keep the grandparents entertained for a long time. With a retail value of only $40 it is a steal.
2. Eight Smart Mattress
What better gift to give than a good night’s rest. For many that is one thing that is hard to find. The Eight Smart Mattress is more than just a bed. It has built-in features that know the pressure and temperature of your body. This lets it know when you are awake and helps to relax with controls that are accessible through any smartphone. It also has an alarm clock for those early morning days.
3. iRobot Roomba
This is a new tech device that anyone will love especially grandparents. The iRobot Roomba is an instant handy helper to anyone who can use it. It does all the work while grandparents sit back and relax to wait for a clean home. The device uses Wi-Fi and found for sale online and in stores worldwide.
4. The Quell Wearable
This is a great buy for those grandparents that are health conscious. The device fits around the calf and helps to relieve pain that grandparents experience. Whether it’s from a chronic illness or something temporary, this FDA approved device will help them to ease their pain and have a more productive life.
5. Nest Cam
The one thing about being a grandparent and being retired is the ability to travel. It is often during this time that people choose to travel and see the world. It can often be daunting to grandparents to leave their home unattended. The Nest Cam can put their mind at ease. At a cheap $10 a month the Nest Cam will track the home and send alerts if there is any movement within the home detected. The device itself costs $300.
6. Echo Spot
This new smart device gives grandparents the opportunity to connect with others. They can connect with grandkids and spend all the time they want with them. Its merchandise total is an estimate of $130. The device connects to Alexa and can be found at any electronic sales store.
7. Ring Video Doorbell
The Ring Video Doorbell is for grandparents who like to stay at home and those who like to travel. Keeping our loved ones safe is our top priority. The Ring Video Doorbell gives grandparents and their loved ones peace of mind with the ability to see whose at the door and around the property before answering a knock. They can also catch robbers in the act.
8. August Smart Lock
The August Smart Lock is another great tech tool for safety for grandparents. It’s an easy to use lock that is accessible through a smartphone. It gives users the ability to access their home without having to dig in their bag for keys. It is safer and easy to use. Pricing begins at $150 and goes up to $250. An investment well worth the money.
9. Lyric Smart Thermostat
It can sometimes be hard to keep warm in the winter months. To keep a home temperature just right, you have to keep it running all day while your out. The Lyric Smart Thermostat is a great find for grandparents. It gives them the ability to lower heat and air conditioning remotely with their phone. This is great when they are away from home. It also gives them the ability to turn it up before they head home as well. The device helps to give them a home at the perfect temperature while saving on fueling costs as well.
10. Tile-Mate Combo Pack
The Tile Mate Combo Pack helps those who have a tendency to misplace things. This great new device will help grandparents find their missing keys or phone. All you have to do is tap the tile and a ring lets you know exactly where your item is. Simple and easy to use, it’s a great gift for any grandparent.
You may be looking for a simple gift to help grandparents with finding their keys or you may want to give them something to help entertain them. Either way, technology is on the rise and makes gift giving simple and easy.
Adrian Rubin is a millennial humanitarian with a love of video games. His love of these games is what he contributes to his success in the technology degree. He is also an avid traveler and loves to use his expert photography skills in bringing everything to life for viewers.