Change in Technology For Older Adults is Underway

Change in Technology For Older Adults is Underway

Top of Mind with Julie Rose

COVID-19 Vaccines for Kids, Swimming Microbots, Generational Labels

Episode: COVID-19 Vaccines for Kids, Swimming Microbots, Generational Labels

  • Oct 26, 2021 8:00 pm
  • 12:23 mins

Baby boomers are well into their 60s now, with many even in their 70s. And they have more disposable income than any other generation in the country right now. So tech companies are taking notice with new phones, tablets, and smart home devices marketed specifically to aging consumers and their families. Laurie Orlov, a tech analyst and market researcher, runs the Aging and Health Technology Watch blog. She discusses the trend. (Segment produced by James Hoopes)