8 Useful Gadgets for the Elderly at Home

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4 min readMar 5, 2017

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While we juggle through our hectic work life, it becomes difficult to stay with the elderly at home. The more independent they become, the better it’s for them in the long run. Be it the increasing rate of burglaries or indoor hazards, it’s important to educate the independent elderly of the modern age with the technological advancements we have had over the years. Here are some of the best gadgets you can give them now and make them cherish their age every day.

ELLIQ — The Active Aging Companion

Keeping the older adults active and engaged at home just got easier with the ELLIQ Active Aging Companion. This cool device enables older adults to connect with their families by using the latest technologies. As a matter of fact, they will be able to attend video calls, social media messages and also play online games at the same time.

Logitech Pop Home Switch

Thanks to the Logitech Pop Home Switch, you can now control smart home devices with the push of a switch. Program each switch with up to three custom commands to bring creativity, convenience, and control to your connected home. Turn individual and groups of smart lights on/off to preset brightness, warmth, and color levels.

BUDDY : Your Family’s Companion Robot

Today, crowdfunding begins for BUDDY, the world’s first affordable companion robot. BUDDY’S campaign seeks to raise $100,000 and will last 35 days, with funds going towards bringing BUDDY to mass market. At heart, BUDDY is a friendly companion. BUDDY entertains and educates, makes video calls & sends messages to family & friends, acts as your calendar and alarm clock and monitors your home.

D-Link Omna 180 Cam HD Security Camera

Secure your preemies with confidence when you use the D-Link Omna 180 Cam HD Security Camera. Complete with an 180-degree wide-angle lens, this device gives you the full picture every time. Connecting to your home’s Wi-Fi network, the Omna Camera also functions with Apple HomeKit for a seamless security system. Additionally, it features full 1080p HD resolution along with two-way audio.

Hayo Virtual Remote Control System

Control all of your smart products with ease with the Hayo Virtual Remote Control System. This incredible device enables you to create your very own augmented reality by the use of patented spatial analysis technology. Hayo is equipped with infrared technology to work in low light situations, advanced motion analysis, a 3D sensor that also protects your privacy, and automatic repositioning.

smanos Smart Video Doorbell

Keep an eye on your front door with the smanos Smart Video Doorbell. Connecting to your device with the app, available for iOS and Android, you get an instant live-view from your front door the moment someone rings the bell. The Smart Video Doorbell also has a powerful built-in motion sensor that will deliver a notification to your device.

Cocoon — Smart Home Security

Cocoon is a single device that uses SUBSOUND Technology to sense activity throughout your home. There’s no need to set it when you come and go and it learns what’s normal for your home to avoid false alarms. If Cocoon senses something wrong it sends high quality video straight to your smartphone so you can take action and feel safe.

Knocki — Make Any Surface Smart

Imagine turning any surface in your home into a remote control. Be in control of your smart home without having to reach for your phone no need to mess with buttons or switches either, just simple and intuitive control right where you need it. It’s time for technology to feel as natural as the surfaces around us.

For more such smart home gadgets, check our collection here.

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