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Alldocube iPlay60 Mini Pro review: The iPad mini killer

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Alldocube has made probably the best (for the money) 8inch tablet out there
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Meta Quest 3S Review: The best value VR headset out there

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The Meta Quest 3S is the perfect choice to try out mixed and virtual reality, and I’ve been surprised by how much I actually used it
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Amazon’s Prime Days are over – we found the best deals for seniors on the products we use every day

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Prime Big Deal Days are over - and we've found our favorites for seniors (and anyone on the lookout for a bargain...). You'll need to be an Amazon Prime member to get the best deals, if you aren't then you can...
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From a $199 iPad to $10 plug extenders: We found the best Amazon Prime Big Deal Day deals for seniors

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We've scoured the early deals to find out favorites for seniors (and anyone on the lookout for a bargain...).
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Headwolf Fpad5 review: The $149 8inch Android tablet that gives the iPad a run for its money

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Of all the 8 inch tablets I’ve tried (including the iPad mini), the Headwolf Fpad5 is the best, and the one I use as my ‘daily driver’.
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The best home office equipment for seniors

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A decent office chair can help your health no end - and we've found the best office chairs for seniors.
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The best tech gifts for seniors

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2024 is the year tech became more important than ever to help seniors keep in touch - and we've found some great tech gifts to make life easier.
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The best streaming service for seniors

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Finding the best streaming service for seniors is, sadly, complicated. But we've got the best deals and easy to understand advice to make sure you aren't getting ripped off.
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The best sex toys for seniors

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There are a huge range of sex toys out there, and we've picked some favorites that we think are the best sex toys for seniors.
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10 tips to help you avoid online shopping scams

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H. Colleen Sinclair of Mississippi State University has ten tips to help you shop smart and spot scam.
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The best computer mouse for seniors

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Using a mouse or trackpad can be a frustrating experience, but we've found the best computer mouse for seniors to mkae life much easier.
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The best TV speakers for Seniors

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Boosting your TV's sound is essential for many of us, and we've found the best TV speakers for seniors out there.
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Apple Macbook Air: The best laptop for seniors in 2024

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There are a huge number of laptops out there - but we think Apple's Macbook Air is the best laptop for seniors.
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Setting up an Android cell phone for a senior

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A few simple tweaks can make all the difference when setting up an Android cell phone for a senior - we've got a guide to what you need to do.
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The best Cyber Monday deals for seniors

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With Black Friday over, get ready for another shopping frenzy on Cyber Monday. We've got all the best deals on tech for seniors.
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How to set up a Chromebook for a senior

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Setting up a Chromebook for a senior properly can make what's already an easy to use device even simpler.
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What is a VPN?

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What is a VPN? We think it's the simplest way to stay safe online, hiding your identity from hackers and tech firms
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The best health and fitness apps for seniors

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Keeping your body and mind in top shape is more important than ever as we get older, and there are some great health and fitness apps for seniors to help you out.
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The best TV remote for seniors in 2024

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Modern TV remotes can be horribly complicated - so we've found the best TV remotes for seniors (and anyone else who struggles).
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Apple iPad Air: The best tablet for seniors?

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Apple's new iPad Air is the most stylish and powerful iPad the firm has ever produced - but should seniors buy one?
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The best iPhone 12 accessories for seniors

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Apple's iPhone 12 is finally here - and we've found the best accessories for seniors to help you get the most out of it.
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What is 5G?

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5G is the latest must have in mobile phone technology, offering lightning fast downloads. But for most of us, it's still a year or two away.
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Is Apple’s $99 HomePod mini the best smart speaker for seniors?

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Apple has declared war on Amazon with its new $99 HomePod mini smart speaker. But is it enough to take on the might of Alexa?
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iPhone 12 for seniors: All you need to know

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Apple's new iPhone 12 is the fastest, slimmest iPhone the firm has ever made - and the first to use the super fast 5G network. But is it a good deal for seniors?
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