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10 Cool Holiday Tech Gifts And Gadgets For Grandparents

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Shane Snider

Grandma and grandpa show up when we need them most, so when it’s time to give back check out our list of 10 tech gifts to keep that connection going strong.

Grandparents are breaking the stereotypical images of the rocking-chair-bound, knitting and fishing enthusiasts of days gone by. As the digital age has transformed our world, our parents and grandparents are getting more tech-savvy.

So, it’s wise to think outside the box when it comes to gifting for the older generations.

According to a survey by Pew Research Center, adoption of key technologies by those in the 50 to 64 age group and the above 65 age group has grown considerably since a decade ago. And the gap between the oldest and youngest adults has narrowed when it comes to technology usage. The survey found 83 percent of those aged 50 to 64 years old owned a smartphone, while 45 percent of those 65 and older used social media sites.

So don’t leave out the grandparents when pursuing gift ideas in the tech department. CRN rounds up 10 great grandparent tech gifts that will keep families connected and entertained.

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Shane Snider

Shane Snider is a senior associate editor covering personal computing, mobile devices, semiconductor news, hardware reviews, breaking news and live events. Shane is a veteran journalist, having worked for newspapers in upstate New York and North Carolina. He can be reached at [email protected].


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