When it comes to buying gifts for elderly relatives, it can often be difficult to choose the right gadget that they will be able to use. Thankfully, there are plenty of gadgets out there that are perfect for elderly people, even offering ways to make certain tasks in their lives that little easier.

From digital assistants to learning thermostats to keep their costs down, there are plenty of options out there. Now all you need to do is pick the right one, and set some time aside to explain to them how to use their new gadget.

Here are the best tech gifts for the elderly available today.

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1. Google Pixel 6

8.60 / 10
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The Google Pixel 6 is one of the most powerful and feature-rich phones on the market today. With an incredible camera, powerful processor, and a plethora of features that make it a top choice in today's competitive market.

With a choice of gesture control or the standard Android three buttons control, the Google Pixel 6 is perfect for elderly people. It gives them the choice between multiple control methods, to find the one that best suits them, and make use of the device a breeze.

The powerful camera comes equipped with incredible features, including Google Lens. This lets you identify and run a visual search by simply taking a photo of an object, as well as the impressive magic eraser that removes unwanted people and objects from the background of your photos.

Key Features
  • Fast charging
  • Magic eraser
  • Google Lens
  • Powerful Google Tensor processor
Specifications
  • Brand: Google
  • SoC: Google Tensor
  • Display: 6.4-inch FHD+, 2400x1080p, 90Hz with HDR 10+
  • RAM: 8GB
  • Storage: 256GB UFS 3.1
  • Battery: 4614mAh
  • Ports: 1x USB-C 3.1
  • Operating System: Android 12
  • Camera (Rear, Front): 50MP/12MP, 8MP
  • Front camera: 8MP wide
  • Rear camera: 50MP wide and 12MP ultrawide
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11, Bluetooth 5.2, 5G, LTE
  • Others: N/A
  • Dimensions: 6.24 x 2.94 x 0.35 inches
  • Colors: Sorta Seaform, Kinda Coral, Stormy Black
  • Display type: AMOLED
  • Weight: 7.30oz
  • Charge speed: Fast charging: 30W wired and 23W wireless with Pixel Stand
  • IP Rating: IP68
  • RAM and Storage: 8GB and 256GB
  • Micro SD card support: No
  • Stylus: N/A
Pros
  • Feature rich camera
  • Fast and responsive
  • Long lasting battery life
  • Easy to use and navigate
Cons
  • No facial recognition
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Google Pixel 6
Editors choice

2. Meta Portal Plus

9.20 / 10
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Meta Portal Plus makes it easier than ever for friends and family to stay in touch. Thanks to the easy setup and large screen, it is the perfect way to video call your elderly relatives.

With advanced motion tracking, the Meta Portal Plus always keeps you in the center of the frame, following your movements and ensuring you never go off-camera. It's perfect for video calling around the house, letting you continue the call even while you get on with the housework.

The Meta Portal Plus supports multiple video calling apps, such as Zoom, WebEx, WhatsApp, and most importantly Facebook Messenger. It also offers support for tons of offers apps such as Spotify, Pandora, Plex and much more.

Key Features
  • Alexa built-in
  • Large tilting display
  • Privacy camera cover
  • Motion tracking camera
Specifications
  • Display: 2160x1440, 14 Inches (Tilting)
  • Sound: x2 5W, 20W Woofer
  • Colors: Grey
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1
  • Dimensions: ‎8.81 x 5.54 x 17.72 inches
  • Weight: 7.15Lbs
Pros
  • Impressive audio
  • Large easy to view screen
  • Tons of apps
Cons
  • Expensive
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Meta Portal Plus

Voice assistants can be a great gift idea for elderly relatives. It offers advanced voice commands, allowing users to do anything from checking the weather to searching for the nearest eatery, and much more.

The Echo Dot (4th Gen) comes with physical buttons, making it easier for elderly people who are new to voice assistants to use. They can adjust the volume, or even activate the privacy mode, ensuring them that the device is not listening when this is on.

With its new spherical design, the Echo Dot (4th Gen) offers much better sound quality than its predecessors, with room-filling audio that even your grandma will enjoy. There are also crisp clear vocals that are only ever a simple voice command away.

Key Features
  • Alexa voice assistant
  • Privacy controls
  • Smart device voice control
  • Physical buttons
Specifications
  • Brand: Amazon
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3.5mm Output
  • Integrations: Alexa
  • Battery: None
  • Power: 30W
  • Connections: 3.5mm Output
  • Voice assistant: Alexa
  • Colors: Twilight Blue, Charcoal, Glacier White
  • Dimensions: 3.9 x 3.9 x 3.5 inches
  • Buttons: Alexa, Volume, Mute Mic
Pros
  • Great for setting reminders
  • Voice controlled music
  • Can control smart devices
Cons
  • Setup might require some assistance
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Amazon Echo Dot (4th Gen)

The Ring Video Doorbell displays 1080p HD video to alert you when someone is at your door. With DIY installation, it's easy to install so you can start enjoying your new video doorbell straight away.

Using 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, the Ring Video Doorbell offers two-way talk, so you can hear and speak to guests, friends and family, or delivery people. You can get real-time notifications sent to your phone, meaning you can be alerted when someone approaches your door before they've even rang the doorbell. This gives peace of mind and a sense of security.

Even during the night, the Ring Video Doorbell clearly displays images so you won't miss a thing. You can even sync the doorbell up with existing Echo devices, or control it via the app, as well as your other devices.

Key Features
  • 1080p HD camera
  • Advanced motion detection
  • Real-time notifications
  • Night vision
Specifications
  • Brand: Ring
  • Wireless: Yes
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi
  • Installation: DIY
  • Power: Rechargeable Battery
  • Professional Monitoring: No
  • Security: HD Video
Pros
  • Connects to Alexa
  • Decent night vision
  • Value for money
Cons
  • Ring Protect Plan needed to record all videos
  • Needs to be wired
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Ring Video Doorbell

The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite is the perfect gift for elderly relatives who enjoy reading. With a bright 6.8-inch display and adjustable warm lighting, it's easy to read your favorite books indoors or outdoors. Better yet, this Kindle offers up to 10 weeks of battery life, so constantly needing to charge it won't be an issue.

The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite includes 8GB of storage, plenty to store loads of stories on with even more room to spare. And with Kindle Unlimited, there are over 2 million titles, as well as audiobooks, to explore.

Key Features
  • Adjustable warm light
  • Waterproof reading
  • Bluetooth for Audible
Specifications
  • Brand: Amazon
  • Screen: 6.8-inch
  • Resolution: 1448x1072, 300ppi
  • Storage: 8GB
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
  • Front Light: Yes
  • Battery: 1,420mAh
  • Buttons: Power
  • Weight: 7.2oz
  • Dimensions: 6.9 x 4.9 x 0.3 inches
  • CPU: Freescale i.MX508 800 MHz
  • RAM: 256MB
Pros
  • Thin bezels
  • Easy on the eyes with adjustable light
  • Thousands of titles
Cons
  • Lockscreen contains ads
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Amazon Kindle Paperwhite

Whether you're a carer or just want reassurance that the person you care about is safe, the CallToU Wireless Caregiver Pager is a great choice. It includes two SOS call buttons and two receivers, allowing you to place one in the bedroom, and the other in the living area or elsewhere. Once pressed, the receiver will alert you with your chosen ring tone (there are 55 to select from).

You can set the chime from 0dB to 110dB, so you'll never miss an alert. Elderly people can press the call button in an emergency or when they need something. The CallToU Wireless Caregiver Pager is small enough to place in your pocket, hold in your hands, or attach to a lanyard.

Working up to 500 feet away, you'll have peace of mind that, once paged, anyone with the receiver will be notified.

Key Features
  • Lanyard
  • Wall mounted receiver
  • Adjustable volume
Specifications
  • Brand: CallToU
  • Color: White
  • Weight: 10.2oz
  • Dimensions: 4.8 x 4.09 x 3.58 inches
  • Battery Type: x2 12V
Pros
  • Expandable with multiple receivers
  • Easy to setup and use
  • Can be worn or attached to anything
Cons
  • No low battery indication light
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CallToU Wireless Caregiver Pager

The Echo Show 5 is one of the most affordable Show devices you can get, but that doesn't mean it's not great. Place it wherever you like to be able to call friends and family who have the Alexa app or another Echo device with a screen. Or, use it in the same household with another Echo device to make announcements like "it's time to wake up", or "dinner's ready".

More than just a smart display, the Echo Show 5 can play music, display the news, and even tell you the weather. For added reassurance, you can use the Show's built-in camera to look into your home when you're not there.

Put your photos on display, watch your favorite TV shows, or stream music from various apps like Amazon Music, Apple Music, and Spotify. It's the perfect gift for anyone, including elderly friends and relatives, as it's so easy to use.

Key Features
  • Alexa built-in
  • Set alarms and timers
  • Photo display
  • Music and video streaming
Specifications
  • Brand: Amazon
  • Operating System: Fire OS
  • Downloadable Apps: Yes
  • Resolution: 960x480
  • Ports: Power, 3.5mm audio
  • Audio codecs: N/A
Pros
  • Control your smart home
  • Tons of apps to choose from
  • Multiple color options
  • Great value for money
Cons
  • No 3.5mm audio output
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Echo Show 5

To keep energy bills down, the Google Nest Learning Thermostat learns from you to program itself to set the right temperature for your home. The remote control allows you to use it from anywhere, meaning you can adjust the settings before you get home to make sure it's nice and cozy for your arrival.

Measuring just 3.3 x 3.3 x 1.21 inches, the Google Nest Learning Thermostat is unobtrusive and is easy to operate. When you're away from home, you can use the Home/Away assist function to ensure you're not heating an empty house. You can also check your energy history to see how much energy you're using.

Key Features
  • Auto-schedule
  • Self-programming
  • Heating and cooling control
  • Companion app
Specifications
  • Brand: Google
  • Integrations: Alexa, Google Assistant
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi
  • Display: LCD
  • Weight: 1lb
  • Dimensions: ‎3.3 x 1.2 x 3.3 inches
  • Hub Required: No
  • C-Wire or adapter required: No
Pros
  • Alexa compatible
  • Money-saving heating
  • Energy history shows you savings
Cons
  • Might need a professional installation
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Google Nest Learning Thermostat

Popping out for groceries, or staying out for longer than you intended while pets are in the home can feel worrying. But with the Furbo Dog Camera HD, you can keep an eye on your furry friends when you're not there.

The two-way audio allows you to talk to them and listen in to see what they're up to. You can easily reassure them with the sound of your voice, or toss them a treat via the iOS or Android app.

The Furbo Dog Camera HD is incredibly easy to set up and comes with everything you need to power it on. Once you've connected it to your home's Wi-Fi, you're up and running. The sensor will even detect when your dog barks, sending a push notification to your phone so you can check in to make sure everything is okay.

Key Features
  • 1080p Full HD camera
  • Night vision
  • Two-way audio
  • Barking alert
Specifications
  • Brand: Furbo
  • Resolution: 1080p
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi
  • App Compatibility: Furbo
  • Night Vision: Yes
  • Internal or External: Internal
  • Power Source: USB
  • Axis Control: No
Pros
  • App lets you toss treats to your pet
  • Barking sensor lets you know if your dog barks
  • Easy setup and easy to use
Cons
  • Expensive for a pet camera
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Furbo Dog Camera HD

Feeling secure at home is incredibly important, especially for elderly people who live on their own. The eufy Security SoloCam E40 is a wireless security camera that connects via Wi-Fi to give you reassurance around the outdoors of your property.

It's IP65 weatherproof, so it will work come rain or shine, and offers 2K resolution so you can keep a clear eye on anything that's going on. The intelligent AI means it will alert you via the app when the eufy Security SoloCam E40 detects something; it won't keep hassling you if an animal walks by or the trees are blowing in the wind.

And, if you notice someone that shouldn't be there, you can press the alarm icon on your smartphone to sound a 90dB alarm. Alternatively, you can use the two-way audio to talk to anyone that's passing the camera up to 24 feet away, and set up custom security zones.

Key Features
  • Advanced AI
  • 8GB storage
  • IP65 weatherproof
  • 90dB alarm
Specifications
  • Brand: eufy
  • Resolution: 2K
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi
  • Night Vision: Yes
  • Power Source: ‎Battery Powered
Pros
  • Alarm can be used to scare off intruders
  • Great quality and night vision
  • Custom security zones
  • No hidden subscriptions or fees
Cons
  • Not wired, so needs battery charging
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eufy Security SoloCam E40

Bringing memories to life, the Anna Bella Digital Photo Frame displays your favorite photos and videos in landscape or portrait. But, more than just a photo frame, the Anna Bella has a built-in light sensor that automatically adjusts the screen brightness depending on the room's lighting. It also displays the time and weather.

With instant sharing, using an iOS or Android device, you can connect to the Anna Bella Digital Photo Frame and display your photos with your relatives so they appear on-screen. There's no subscription necessary, so you can share as many memories as you like, as you capture them.

Smart and sleek, the Anna Bella Digital Photo Frame fits into any household. The auto-adjust feature ensures your photos are still displayed, no matter which orientation you choose.

Key Features
  • Auto-rotate
  • Wireless sharing
  • Light sensor
  • Touchscreen
Specifications
  • Brand: Anna Bella
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi
  • Color: Black
  • Weight: 2.66lbs
  • Capacity: 8GB, 128GB with SD card
  • Dimensions: 11.93 x 8.62 x 2.91 inches
  • Wireless: Yes
  • Display: 10.1-inch, 1280x800
Pros
  • Expandable storage
  • Great picture quality
  • Can be viewed in landscape of portrait
Cons
  • Changing the orientation crops the photos
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Anna Bella Digital Photo Frame

Suffering from arthritis or carpal tunnel? Whether it's a gift for yourself or a family member, the CINCOM Hand Massager can help to relieve pressure where it's needed. The device has three different modes and three intensity levels, so you can find the perfect compression for your needs.

The CINCOM Hand Massager offers a generous four to five hours of battery life, so you'll get plenty of use out of it between charges. Better yet, you can use this device on either your left or your right hand, and won't have to purchase anything extra to enjoy some well-deserved relief.

Key Features
  • Three massage modes
  • Left and right handed
  • Rechargeable and portable
Specifications
  • Brand: CINCOM
  • Color: White
  • Dimensions: 9.02 x 7.87 x 4.57 inches
  • Power Supply: Battery Powered
  • Battery Life: 4-5 Hours
Pros
  • Long lasting battery
  • Portable
  • Great massage modes
Cons
  • Might be too small for bigger hands
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CINCOM Hand Massager

FAQ

Q: Why Is User-Friendly Technology Important?

There are plenty of gadgets that are fun to use, but they aren't the easiest. Particularly for elderly people who haven't grown up with technology, it's important to find devices that are easy to use, while offering assistance where it's needed.

Q: What Type of Technology Is Easiest for Elderly People to Use?

Intuitive technology that's easy to set up is important when buying technology for elderly people.

Devices should be able to offer assistance, provide security, or generally make life a bit easier, especially where mobility is concerned.