Your tablet will respond to you when you call her Alexa. So instead of tapping or typing, you can actually ask questions and give her commands. We are going to cover this in more detail later in our course but today we want to get you started with two useful commends. Imaging your tablet is…
JusTalk allows you to use your table to connect with friends, families and events remotely. You can text, make audio and video calls, and participate in group chats. This allows you to participate in social activities and stay in contact from the comfort of your home. When in-person meetings aren’t possible, it can help bring…
Links for Seniors is your safe introduction to the Internet and all of the information that it can provide. This Post is divided into 2 sections: the tech for seniors (TFS) applications and website and the external website(s). TFS Website External Websites >>> Safety Issue: Links on this post are generally safe if you stay…
There are a number of Mahjong games available on the Amazon App Store. Refer to the posts on how to use the Library in the App Store (https://techforseniors.info/apps/working-with-the-amazon-app-store-library/). The Library contains all the apps we have reviewed plus a few extras we are still working on. You can download Mahjong Master from the App Store…
Microsoft Translator is a useful communication tool that allows you to interact with other cultures. Perhaps you can use the keyboard to find a friend from another country. Basically you select your language, the language of your friend and converse, through your tablet. This Quick Start Guide provides a general overview Video but the text…
Game of the Week : 7 Little Words Introduction to 7 Little Words 7 Little Words is a fun and engaging word puzzle game that you can play on your tablet. It combines elements of crosswords and word-building games, making it a great way to exercise your mind and improve your vocabulary. Get started by…
This course will teach you about Zoom and joining Zoom video call.
Wikipedia – Your online encyclopedia When most of us were growing up, many families had an encyclopedia in their homes. Whether it was the Encyclopedia Britannica, World Book or Compton’s or an encyclopedia that you accessed at your local library, encyclopedias were a comprehensive source of information about almost any important topic. Your tablet includes…
Links for Seniors provides a safe internet environment to access material relevant to using the Gifts for Seniors/Tech for Seniors tablets. This is an excellent way to get used to browsing the internet, searching, and general navigation techniques. Think of is as the Internet with training wheels. Before we dig into the app lets take…
TuneIn allows you to listen to an amazing number of radio stations across the world. Listen to your favorite sports teams, your favorite music, the latest news, etc. Heck, you can even work on learning a new language by listening to a foreign radio station. When you open the application, it automatically begins to play…