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Merry & Happy Holidays !!! Twas the night before CES, when all through the hall Not a gadget was stirring, not even the tech mall. The displays were all done and each booth done with care, In hopes that the Press, would soon be there. The devices were nestled all snug in their spots, While visions of interviews danced in their heads all aglow. And Todd in his chair, and us by his side, We had just settled our brains for a long podcast and show. When out on the floor there arose such a clatter, We sprang from the booth to see what was the matter. Away to the floor we flew like a flash, Tore open the doors and ran for our stash. The desert was hot and we had to do the show Gave the lustre of new tech and objects to and frow. When, what to my wondering eyes should appear, But a TPN.TV, and eight podcasters near. With a little old mic, and video so lively, I knew in a moment it must be a fan. More rapid than Internet his supporters they came, And he whistled, and shouted, and called them by name! "Now Todd! now, Rob! now, Jamie now, Don and the other Todd too! On, Langley! On, Starman! and CheesyG! To the front of the show! to the plane we will go! Now fly away! Fly away! Fly away all!" As everyone leaves before the group flies, When they meet with an obstacle, not enough seats to fly. So up to the front the podcasters they flew, With the plane full of Tech, and Gadgets too. And then, in a twinkling, I heard on the PA. The ranting and raving of each little goof. As I new in my head, and was turning it round, Time to make a recording of every word today. We were dressed for the day, from our head to our feet, Covered with stashes of loot. A bundle of Tech Toys we had flung on our backs, And it looked like a podcaster, just opening his pack. His eyes-how they twinkled! his dimples how merry! His cheeks were like roses, his nose like a cherry! His droll little mouth was drawn up like a bow, And the beard of his chin was as white as the snow. The bump of mic he held tight in his hand, And the tech smoke it encircled all the tech land. He had a broad face and a little round belly, That shook when he laughed, like a bowlful of jelly! He was chubby and plump, a right generous sole, And I laughed when I saw him, in spite of myself! A wink of his eye and a twist of his head, Soon gave me to know I had nothing to dread. He spoke many words, and went straight to his work, And filled all the drives and blogs, then turned with a jerk. And laying his finger aside of his nose, And giving a nod, out to post the show I must go! He sprang to his plane, to his team gave a whistle, And away they all flew like the sound of a thistle. But I heard them exclaim as they he flew out of sight, "Happy Holiday’s to all, and to all a Merry night!" If you are regular listener to my podcast I would like to Please hear from you, get to know you and Welcome you to my HOME @ TheElderDivide@ElderDivide.info Help Support the Show! if you feel this podcast is of value I have given you various ways to support the podcast or use the TED Listener Support or Support the Show! with product links on my blog sites. Hello and Welcome this is a listener supported podcast by becoming a Patron of The Elder Divide over @ Patreon.com/TheElderDivide . Any amount you give on a monthly basis is greatly appreciated. It can be as little as $2.00 or more per month based on the value you get from what I am providing you with this Podcast. Thats a bargain at about 25 cents per episode per month. Again Thank You for listening! Ting.com Mobile that makes sense.

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Pet Tech covers various things for various pets. I will cover the main tech gadgets for Dogs, Cats and Fish. These are probably the main types of the 50+ Elders out there especially if living at home, apartment or a living center. Other types of tech gadgets can be found to cover Hamsters to Horses. Whether you need to watch or track you pet when away from home. Feed or water them, let them go outside or in on their own or monitor their health there is a high tech gadget for that. As I mentioned in a previous podcasts on Security, these devices can be set to ignore you pets at home or apartment. Then you have just a many fitness trackers for pets as people. Then all the Trackers to locate your pet, they come in GPS, Bluetooth or WiFi versions and can be monitored online when away. Of course don't forget to Feed and Water your pet, all kinds of these too. Online Petcams or ones worn to see what your pets have been up too later. Pet doors that know it is your pets and not the neighbors pet trying to enter the house. Doorbells to let you now they need to go out. Training devices or just plain let them play on their own. Maybe even make a cell phone call to your pets to talk to them and keep them calm. Maybe even environmental relaxation sounds for pet anxiety. Don't forget the invisible fence to keep them safe and at home. You can have all the high tech for pets that humans might use too. So if you are in need and just want to enjoy you pets and keep them safe so you feel less anxious check out some of the articles and products. Until I did some research for this podcast I did not realize there was so much out these days. Next we will have robot pets that are smarter than us and don't need these devices. They just love us whenever we need it. Gadget Types: - Tracking Collars (GPS and Bluetooth) - Health Trackers (WiFi) - Automatic Feeders (Food and Water) - Automatic Pet Doors (Doors and Sensors) - Automatic Fish Feeders - Invisible Fence - Bark Control (Dogs) - Automatic and Remote Control Pet Toys - Automatic Litter-box (Cats) - Pet Cell Phone (Prototype only) - Petcam (Home and Animal worn) Products: GoGoDogPals.com The Chase is one Interactive Dog Toys. PocketFinder.com GPS Pet Trackers. Tagg Pet Trackers. PetSafe Bark Control. AnimalOrthoCare.com Mobility Devices for Pets. Dropcam.com Pet Serveillance. iCalm for Dogs or Cats Music and Sound Therapies for Canine and Feline Anxiety. PooVak.com Pooper Scooper Vac. Treat & Train Remote Dog Training System (AKA Manners Minder). Simply Clean® Litter Box System. Overstock.com Litter Boxes. FitBark.com FitBit Health Tracker for Dogs. iFetch Automatic Ball Launcher. Eyenimal.com Feeders, Water Fountain, Cameras and Training for Dogs and Cats.

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Computer Aids or peripherals. These can be better mice, keyboards or displays. Audio devices like speakers, headphones, electronic keyboards, microphones, mixer, drum machines, midi devices and the like. It can be a better printer, be it laser, inkjet or 3D. Hard drive, flashdrive, CD/DVD/Blueray or NAS box. Drawing devices like light pens, tablets and others. Scanners like 2D or 3D. Lots and lots of different devices to make you life a little easier. I will be concentrating on those for Elders who might have vision, hearing or movement problems. Devices that just make using a computer much easier so you can enjoy and not worry about how things work. It might be something as simple as a full spectrum lamp to relieve eye strain or a anti-reflective monitor. Devices for everyday living, work or all the arts. Computer Aids for Elders: - Keyboards (ergonomic, large type, overlays and colors). - Music and other arts devices. - Lamps (natural or full spectrum). - Trackballs Joysticks or Touch Pads - Headphones (with build in mic and noise canceling). - Speakers (radio frequency shielding). - Displays (touch screens or screen magnification software). - Drawing Pads (drafting, art or touch). - Software (screen magnification or text to speech). - Printers or Scanners (2D & 3D, desktop, portable or wand). - Drives (SSD hard & flash also CD/DVD/Blueray). - Hand Assist (wrist wrap, type aid or document holder). - Cameras (web or security). Alternative input devices allow individuals to control their computers. Keyboards larger or smaller, alternative keys, one hand, overlays. Pointing devices for cursor control without use of hands by devices used include ultrasound, infrared beams, eye movements, nerve signals, or brain waves. Sip-and-puff systems—activated by inhaling or exhaling. Wands and sticks on the head, mouth or chin to press keys on the keyboard. Joysticks on hands, feet, chin, etc. for cursor control. Trackballs or movable balls for cursor. Touch screens allowing touch activation of the computer for easier to selection of options instead or mouse or keyboard. Touch screens can be built-in or add-on monitors. Braille embossers for text transfer output to printers. Braille translation programs for text to speech. Keyboard filters for word prediction, spelling checkers and reduced keystrokes. They enable users to quickly access letters they want or avoid inadvertently selections. Light or sound alerts for computer signals. Useful for hearing or vision impaired or when not near your computer or when some command or process is completed. On-screen keyboards to select keys with electronic pointing devices. Helpful for individuals unable to use a standard keyboard due to dexterity or mobility. Software for reading, learning, scanning, navigating or speaking text. Learn a foreign language, text to speech, screen magnification and others. Braille displays for tactile output. Screen enlargers or screen magnifiers for increase legibility with zoom in and out and screen area selection. Screen readers for text to speech or everything on the screen like text, graphics, buttons, and menus. Can be a computerized or natural voice. Text-to-Speech(TTS), speech synthesizers or TTY/TDD conversion modems. Speech or voice recognition for controlling and navigating computer operating systems, software, documents, web and email by a microphone. Arts like music input or output devices. Midi-keyboard, synthesizer, drum machine etc. Light displays like laser, projector, screens etc. Drawing tablets for your painting, modeling etc. Lots or others are available. These kind of devices can aid, enhance or make computing easier to access for you. I use a ergonomic keyboard, extra large mouse, large LED display, Ott-Lite, RF Speakers and others myself for everyday assistance with my neuropathy nerve pain and arthritis. Don't feel bad if you need some device to make it a little easier. Just get on your computer,

Put on your Super Ears for wireless, assistive, enhanced and amplified TV listening and other hearing needs. Many others like it in a range of prices, brands and models. Ear buds or full headphones. If you just need the personal listening as not to disturb others or want added clarity for your TV listening enjoyment, this might be your best choices. Personal listening for you whether your hearing impaired or not. Things to look for: - Compatibility with various types of TV, PC or Game controllers. - Wireless range 30 or more feet. - Stereo not mono sound. - Adjustable volume, tone and balance controls. - Clarity controls for speech intelligibility. - Automatic volume control. - Easy to use controls. large enough to adjust. - Battery life. 12 or more hours. - Transmitter charger base for 1 or 2 receivers. - Zero ear-pressure wearing comfort. earbuds or headphones. some come as over the shoulder. - Lithium batteries. for longer life over Ni-MH batteries. not just charge lifetime. - Included minimum: AC adapter, rechargeable batteries, base unit, headset and manual. I have given you a range of these type of devices and links on my blogs. My personal preference would be for the Sennheiser brand for the earbud version as this is a top quality brand. You can purchase much lower cost versions of these type of products like As-seen-on-TV but you get what you pay for, poor sound quality on most of these without the controls you need. Did not find much for headphone type but I know they are out there. TV assistive brands: Sennheiser wireless assistive TV listening system. TV Buds™ personal TV listening system. TV Sound television listening system. TV Ears wireless headset TV & room noise amplifier. TrueDio® Ears digital TV wireless headset system. Serene TV-Direct TV amplifier system. SHARPER IMAGE universal wireless headphones for TV. and many more... If you are regular listener to my podcast I would like to Please hear from you, get to know you and Welcome you to my HOME @ TheElderDivide@ElderDivide.info Help Support the Show! if you feel this podcast is of value I have given you various ways to support the podcast or use the TED Listener Support or Support the Show!

Elder Security Systems. What are the basics and what to look for. Learn about components in a security system and new technology available to help protect your home or apartment. Security Systems can seem intimidating at first, but they are easy to use. They will help protect you from intruders, life and property hazards. More like Elder Safety Systems. Also newer wireless systems can be put in without the need to run wires to every location, providing the same protection. Every security system has at least on keypad usually located near an entrance for arming and disarming when you enter or leave. You also might have a hand-held wireless key or remote device for convenience. Perimeter protection is your first line of defense with window, door and shock sensors letting you know when they are open or closed. Alarms can go off immediately or with a timed delay. Then you have the interior protection for glass breakage or motion protection. These can be setup to ignore your small to medium size pets below 60 pounds. Life and Property is probably the most important part with smoke, gas, carbon monoxide, fire or flame, temperature and water sensors. Even newer earthquake and storm sensors or video cameras that are either recorded, monitored or remote wireless viewable. You can even be notified about eminent threat or other dangers. Temperature sensors can be for heat or cold detection. Smoke or fire detectors can be for heat, smoke or flame detection along with carbon monoxide or natural gas detectors. Water sensors for high or flood and possible sump pump failure in homes. Temperature sensors can be for heat or cold especially if you don't want pipes to freeze. You can setup the system with zones if you have a large home or apartment. All kinds of options to meet your needs. If you don't install a Security System then follow the Security Tips at a minimum. If you install a system that is DIY(do-it-yourself) then make sure you shop around. I have mentioned some wireless systems in TED Podcast Extras. Installed value system are not always the best way to go as they usually have long monitoring contracts that make them more expensive. Wireless or Wired systems cost about the same for installation. Insurance for you home or apartment may have discounts for Security Systems. Why Do You Need A Security System? - A burglary is committed every 10 seconds in America. This adds up to almost 13 million homes. - Average $1,300 loss per burglary. - National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association states burglars attack homes without a security system 3 times more often than homes with a system. Components: - Keypads and Control devices. (wired or wireless panels keypads modules). - Perimeter Protection. (window and door sensors). - Interior Protection. (glass breakage, motion sensors and cameras). - Life and Property Protection. (smoke, gas, fire, temperature and water sensors). - Communication and Monitoring. (personal or monitored systems). Security Tips: - Securing Doors and Windows. (home, apartment, garage or storage). - Install a deadbolt on entrance doors. (or panels). - Bar for Sliding Glass doors or panels. - Garage door locks or frosted windows. (additional bolts or clamps on tracks). - Break resistant glass on exterior windows. (including door windows). - Random Light system. (interior or motion exterior). - Random Radio or TV systems. (timers). - Spare keys hidden. (avoid the obvious). - Coded entry systems. (keypad or sensor) - NO notes on doors. (invitation for burglars) - Lighted entryways. (steady or on by detectors). - Request ID from sales or service personal. - Only last name on mailboxes. (homes or apartments). - Request for 911 or assistance should be made by yourself without opening doors. - Dogs that bark or large for protection. (well trained). - Find a hiding spot indoors for valuables. (or have a safe). - Identification on ALL valuables. (painted,

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Automotive Technology for Elders and more. These systems and devices can help keep you on the road longer, healthier and safer, making driving easier and more enjoyable. Lots of technology for cars today and more on the way. When doing your search for a new car you might want to look for the ones you need or want. Most of these devices give you a better sense of what is around you allowing you to avoid hazards. These cameras and sensors keep more eyes on the road, is that not better. You can appreciate these at any age but elders might find some very useful. Vision, mobility or concentration now can be helped if you have these difficulties or might need them later on in life. Over 60% of new car purchases are made by people 50 and older. Also estimates say 40 million licensed drivers 65 and older by 2020, 11 million more that in 2010. Also 25% of all US divers will be 65 or over by 2030. Rush hour traffic and other busy roadways can be helped by self-driving cars what older drivers might need to feel safe. Elder drivers also need to access ability not your age to know when it's time to hang up the keys. What counts most is your "medical fitness to drive." Do not count on just these devices to get you by, but they can help you. Health issues are the number one reason elders have problems while driving. Do not let yourself be one of the 5 to 6 thousand drivers 65 and older that die each year, that twice as many as teens who die each year in accidents. So stay safe and enjoy the privilege of driving! Use tech wisely. Some of these list of technologies used to be available only on luxury cars but are now moving down to even regular cars of all classes. New car rating systems for elder drivers might also be on the way to help when searching for that new vehicle. Current Technologies: - Self-Parking cars. Controls steering and braking to make you an expert parallel parker with little effort. - Rear-View and Front-View Cameras. Provides visual view requiring less neck flexibility giving you safe reverse and forward motion while driving. - Blind Spot Warning and Help for Limited Mobility. Monitors the lanes next to yours for hidden objects and provides visual and audible alerts. - Night Vision systems. Infrared and thermal imaging technology to see down the road in darkness and display potential hazards. - Lane Departure Warning. Forward-facing camera detect lane markers and sound alarms when these are crossed. - HUD or Heads-Up Display. Projects information like speed and other info onto the windshield, reducing the need to take your eyes off the road. - Tire Pressure Monitoring systems. Alert for low or sudden lose of pressure. Some even show current pressure. - Emergency (BA)Brake Assist and (ABS)Anti-Lock Brake System and (TRAC)Traction Control. - Hill Start Assist. Manual and automatic transmission drivers get assist when going uphill after a stop. - Adaptive Headlights. Follow the path your driving even around corners to reduce surprises. Also automatically level for dips and rises in the road. - Active Cruise Control or (DLCC)Dynamic Laser Cruise Control systems. Keeps your vehicle a safe distance from the car directly ahead even works with (BA). - Self-Drying Brakes. Intermittently brake very lightly in wet conditions to clear disc brakes of water. - Auto-Leveling Suspension. System automatically adjusts the suspension to counteract crosswinds while driving. - Pedestrian Detection. Sounds an alarm if any object is detected in your path. Also works with night vision. - Rear-mounted Radar and (RCTA)Rear Cross Traffic Alert. Alerts you if object approaching during backing from parking place or driveway. - (GPS)Global Positioning systems for navigation and vehicle tracking. - In-car Internet and OnStar system Safety Connect. Automatic Collision Notification for airbag deployment or a severe rear-end collision with 24/7 response center. - Driver capability or Attention Assist.

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Maybe a loved one needs a partner. Well True Link can be that Secure, Affordable, Simple and Easy-to-setup partnership you and your loved ones might need. The Problem - It is easy for older adults to fall prey to: - Telemarketers. - “Miracle” products on TV. - Unwanted magazine subscriptions. - Unnecessary medical devices. - Sweepstakes scams. - Sham charities. - Investment “deals”. The Solution - When you set up a True Link Card for your parent or loved one, you can: - Block purchases at specific stores or merchant categories. - Easily set or adjust spending limits. - Receive alerts of suspicious charges. - Auto-reload from a linked account on a schedule or as needed. The Spending Monitor is an easy-to-use online dashboard that allows you to decide when and where the card works. You can set it up to: - Allow certain purchases at where your loved one might shop. - Block specific merchants like charities or certain categories of merchants. - Alerts you about charges even if someone is using the card at 3 am. You set allowed times for use. Get started - Order a card in minutes: - Fill out the online application. - Choose a card that will be mailed to you or your loved one. - Set up your custom Spending Monitor with a few clicks. - Fund the card from a checking account. This all takes just 5 minutes – you can do it online or on the phone with the help of a True Link Family Advisor. You get savings, protection, and peace of mind for an affordable monthly fee of just $10.00. Some other card use fees may apply. Seems like a good solution for tracking or helping those you care for most for Elder Safety. If you are regular listener to my podcast I would like to Please hear from you, get to know you and Welcome you to my HOME @ TheElderDivide@ElderDivide.info Help Support the Show! if you feel this podcast is of value I have given you various ways to support the podcast or use the TED Listener Support or Support the Show! with product links on my blog sites. Hello and Welcome this is a listener supported podcast by becoming a Patron of The Elder Divide over @ Patreon.com/TheElderDivide . Any amount you give on a monthly basis is greatly appreciated. It can be as little as $2.00 or more per month based on the value you get from what I am providing you with this Podcast. Thats a bargain at about 25 cents per episode per month. Again Thank You for listening! Ting.com Mobile that makes sense. (free online calculator for savings) Your probably overpaying on your monthly mobile bill. Shop for yourself and those you care for most @ 50+ Active & Healthy Living Amazon (30 day free Amazon Prime trial) Shop at @ The Alzheimer's Store Products designed for people with Alzheimer's and Dementia and their Caregivers. Online backup solution @ Carbonite on how to survive a Computer disaster. (15 day free trial) Gourmesso Premium Compatible Coffee Capsules for Nespresso®* Machines (Italian passion for coffee combined with German ingenuity)

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The Elder Divide TED Podcast & Podcast Extras Promo If you are regular listener to my podcast I would like to Please hear from you, get to know you and Welcome you to my HOME @ TheElderDivide@ElderDivide.info Help Support the Show! if you feel this podcast is of value I have given you various ways to support the podcast or use the TED Listener Support or Support the Show! with product links on my blog sites. Hello and Welcome this is a listener supported podcast by becoming a Patron of The Elder Divide over @ Patreon.com/TheElderDivide . Any amount you give on a monthly basis is greatly appreciated. It can be as little as $2.00 or more per month based on the value you get from what I am providing you with this Podcast. Thats a bargain at about 25 cents per episode per month. Again Thank You for listening! Ting.com Mobile that makes sense. (free online calculator for savings) Your probably overpaying on your monthly mobile bill. Shop for yourself and those you care for most @ 50+ Active & Healthy Living Amazon (30 day free Amazon Prime trial) Shop at @ The Alzheimer's Store Products designed for people with Alzheimer's and Dementia and their Caregivers. Online backup solution @ Carbonite on how to survive a Computer disaster. (15 day free trial) Gourmesso Premium Compatible Coffee Capsules for Nespresso®* Machines (Italian passion for coffee combined with German ingenuity) Online Petplan Pet Insurance Help save your pet and your budget. ThinkGeek Join In Geek Out. (gadget shopping) Get Free Shipping on any order @ SharperImage $50 and over! Use code AFFRSHP. Identity Guard® Total Protection® or Essentials (30 days free) Get Peace of Mind. Lively(tm) - the medical alert device that people love to wear. Device Insurance: Squaretrade Protection Plan Insurance: Smartphones, Tablets, Desktop Computers, Laptops, Home Entertainment, Home Appliances, Portable Audio and Other Devices. Elder Links: Send your parents a Tech Support care package Google video tutorials. The National Senior Games multi-sport organization for athletes age 50 and over. Bloomington/Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota July 3 - 16, 2015 also check out your local state for their games. *NEW* - TED Events Calendar 2015:

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