When it comes to older relatives using technology, the hardest challenge is finding them devices they'll actually use. Family Circle Magazine's Lynya Floyd joins Cheddar to reveal the easiest tech solutions for the senior loved ones in our lives. She discusses why the issue is so important as millennials get older, and become caregivers in their own right.
Floyd says it's always best to start with smartphones when thinking of the right tech for seniors. She recommends an easy-to-use device called Jitterbug. Technology can help make it easier for people to maintain their independence as they get older.
Some everyday gadgets like Roomba, Nest, and Amazon's Alexa are a perfect fit for older people. Floyd says their simple interfaces will ensure your relatives actually use them. We also learn about a company that ensures people never forget to take their medications at the right times.
A small air leak at the International Space Station has finally been traced to the Russian side, following a middle-of-the-night search by astronauts.
Pinterest CRO, Jon Kaplan, joined Cheddar to discuss the surge in activity on the app amid the pandemic. Kaplan also talks new features coming to the social media app.
Activist, Erin Brockovich joined Cheddar to advocate for 911 operators to be classified as first responders and address problems plaguing the water supply in U.S. communities.
A federal judge has halted a ban on TikTok's U.S. operations until at least November 12th when President Trump called for a complete ban of the social media platform. Cheddar's Michelle Castillo reports on the turbulent timeline of Trump's intervention with the social media app.
Kyle Malady, chief technology officer at Verizon, joined Cheddar to discuss the new MEC technology that he said would allow the development of "new and exciting products."
Uber can keep operating in London after it won its appeal of a decision by the British capital’s transit regulator not to renew its license.
Future moon explorers will face ultrahazardous radiation levels. That's the conclusion of a new study published by Chinese and German scientists Friday.
From Wall Street to Silicon Valley, these are the top stories that moved markets and had investors, business leaders, and entrepreneurs talking this week on Cheddar.
VIA optronics is making its debut on the NYSE after the company raised $93.8 million. Jurgen Eichner, CEO, joined Cheddar to discuss taking the company public and the company's success amid the pandemic.
Ohio Rep. Bob Latta joined Cheddar to discuss new safety legislation he's introduced for autonomous vehicles. The Self-Drive Act will create a national standard for operation of self-driving cars.
