In this internet era, where everything is technology-based, the family’s seniors sometimes feel left out because of their lack of technical knowledge. Operating your smartphones, laptops, smartwatches, etc., may be easy, but it seems like it could be challenging for our parents and grandparents. Nowadays, we rely on technology for almost everything, and using tech terms daily has become a norm. Many grandparents are trying to keep up with the times, and learning the most popular tech terms is an excellent way to start.
With a few essential tips, our parents and grandparents can become tech pros like you!
While Alexa is a voice-based AI assistant who has made our lives easier, it can still be considered an unknown for our grandparents. It is necessary to teach them how the term ‘Alexa’ can assist them with daily tasks.
For instance, they can use Alexa for entertainment, saving numbers, reading newspapers, calling friends, setting reminders, etc.
Teaching ‘Alexa’ is pretty straightforward. Once they learn the basics, the possibilities of assistance are endless.
The short form of Instagram, Insta, is familiar to you, but it may not be to them. Grandparents may feel confused if you say ‘Insta’ before them.
Instead, tell them about Instagram, and teach them how to socialize on it so they can pass their leisure time with another form of entertainment. Most importantly, it will allow them to stay connected to their friends while being tech-savvy.
Well, this one is tricky for them to understand.
Introducing your grandparents to the app Snapchat is the first step before explaining “send a streak.” This app lets youngsters share their daily moments via snaps or videos with friends and family.
Using different filters, and creating a Snapchat account lets them click on cool, funny pictures. Add them to your profile and ask to maintain a daily streak. This way, they will feel closer to you because you stay connected through social media, where everyone is always signed in.
After the Covid-19 pandemic, meetings, classes, and conferences are now being done virtually. Lucky Zoom! As the company earned much more fame and profits during the pandemic.
The Zoom fever is still high in companies, educational institutions, and many fitness centers. You can teach them to operate Zoom so they can stay connected with the world and attend virtual shows, events, and fitness sessions like yoga or meditation classes.
Maybe your grandparent does not know what exactly FaceTime is, but I bet they have heard the term. People stay connected with this form of communication, especially if they have an iPhone, iPad, or Mac computer.
Please talk about this incredible video calling feature, and teach them how to stay connected with friends and relatives through FaceTime.
Personal Message (PM) on WhatsApp and Direct Message (DM) on Instagram are two super cool techy terms that youngsters use 100 times daily. Your grandparents may ask about what you are even talking about!
Teaching them how to chat on Instagram and WhatsApp can be a cool thing to know. Showing them these features on all social media keeps them in the know.
This one is serious! Cybercriminals are becoming too sophisticated in their work, so they keep looking for easy targets who do not know about cybercrimes.
You must inform your grandparents about such crimes and how they trap seniors.
While these techy terms will help your grandparents better understand Gen Z’s language, it can be helpful if they learn a few techy things to make their life easier.
Knowing the basics of technology can help with the following:
Introducing your grandparents to tech talk shows can help them stay updated with technology advancements.
Teach these techy terms to your grandparents and watch how quickly they will adapt to this tech world. Soon you will communicate with your grandparents like you do with your friends. We are just a call away if you need assistance teaching your grandparents!
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