Technology, Tablets, Social Media and More

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Kim Komando, who gives technology advice on her weekly radio show aired on more than 500 stations, keeps tabs on her dog, Abby, using GPS trackers on her collar.

SMART HOMES

What You Need (and Don't) to Make Your Home Smart

Video doorbell can help you, your packages stay safe

LAPTOP COMPUTERS

5 Features to Look For in Your New, More Portable Computer

Make the most of those back-to-school sales

TABLET COMPUTERS

Attributes to Look for in Your First — or Next — Tablet

IPad? Android? Surface? Lots of sizes, prices available

SMART TVs

Buying a New TV? Here Are the Phrases You Need to Know

Acronyms can be confusing as you shop for web TVs

DIGITAL ASSISTANTS

How You Can Get the Most Out of Any Size Smart Speaker

Check on a loved one; converse in a foreign language

SMARTWATCHES

Smartwatches Track Fitness and Move to Monitoring Health

Devices' features can help keep you heart healthy

Your Free Updates

Auto Update Your Phone’s Operating System, Apps

Latest versions are important for device security

Why (and How) to Upgrade Your Macintosh to Monterey

Love your iPhone? Bring more features to your Mac

Why (and How) to Update Your Computer to Windows 11

Newer PCs benefit from better accessibility tools

Free Online Classes

Senior Planet from AARP

Free online classes in English, Spanish and Chinese can help you learn more about technology and connect with others for exercising or socializing.

AARP Virtual Community Center

Free interactive classes and events are designed to help you try something new, learn new skills and have a little fun while doing it.

Your Vacation More on Travel

Travel Apps Can Help You Save Money, Time and Frustration

Getting away? Pack your phone with free downloads

Taking a Road Trip? These Gadgets Make Things Easier

High-tech items that will make for a smoother journey

Get Ready for a New High-Tech Experience at the Airport

Digital IDs, facial recognition, more during check-in

Your Free Time More on Entertainment

Virtual Reality Wants to Save You From Feeling Lonely

You’ll be amazed at how real it feels to be with friends

New Broadcast Signals Give You Better TV Over the Air

Improved picture, sound without paying monthly fees

Movie Night! Is It Time to Swap Flat Screen for a Projector TV?

100-inch pictures, outside parties are good reasons

Your Money More on Saving Money

6 Services That Can Help You Cancel Your Subscriptions

Americans spend a lot of money on recurring charges

6 Ways to Save When You're in the Mood to Play Video Games

Inflation may be high, but many games are free

Are Smartphone Class-Action Lawsuits Worth Your Time?

Payouts are often small, but it’s better than nothing

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Your Smartphone

A Sneak Peek at What’s Next for Your iPhone or Android

Updated operatin software is coming in the fall

How to Scrub Personal Info From Your Electronic Devices

Wipe data clean before recycling PCs, phones, tablets

How Long Can You Expect Your Tech Devices to Last?

Customers nudged to replace what works fine

What You Need to Know About Digital Driver's Licenses

Don't leave your wallet at home just yet, experts say

Little-Known Tips and Tricks to Use on Your Smartphone

Handy, baked-in features can make your life easier

Your Privacy

Your Phone Knows Where You've Been, How to Find You

Reduce ways your devices can track your location

Passkeys Poised to Be the New Way to Log Into Apps, Sites

Firms look for ways to stop insecure passwords

Safeguard Your Privacy on Popular Social Media Platforms

Find the tools on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok

Google Has New Tool to Seek Removal of Personal Info

Data would be gone from searches, not the websites

Government Use of Facial Recognition Under Scrutiny

IRS decides to allow other ID verification methods

Your Internet Connection

How (and Why) to Check Your Internet Connection Speed

Paying for fast Wi-Fi? See if you have it in your home

20 Providers Offering $30-a-Month High-Speed Internet

Benefit for federal program could mean free service

Your Home

Find Lost Items With a Little Help From Your Technology

Grab your phone to see a map of its location

Robotic Vacuums Get More Features as They Age

First commercially successful robot cleaner is now 20

Are You Ready? High Tech Enters the Bathroom

Wi-Fi mirrors analyze your skin; tubs fill on command

How to Copy Your CD Collection to Your Computer

‘Ripping’ music gives you a more portable format

Battery Advances Will Make Charging Less of a Problem

Firms perfecting wireless power, solar shingles

Your Work More on Work & Jobs

3 Free Technology Fix-It ‘Miracles’ and Why They Work

Slow device? Try these cures before going for repairs

Make Your PC or Macintosh Computer Easier on Your Eyes

Learn the many ways to change your display settings

Try These Tips, Tricks for Your Favorite Email Platform

Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo! and Mac mail made easier

How to Run Windows on Your Macintosh Computer

Now you can use apps not available for Apple devices

Your Company Can Monitor Your Work — Even at Home

Don't expect privacy when toiling at the dining table

What Cloud Storage Service Will Work Best for You?

The 5 most popular providers all have upsides

Your Health More on Health

How Your Smartphone Can Help Save Your Life

Let first responders see vital info without your code

8 Ways Your Smartphone Could be Rewiring Your Mind

Do you rely too much on tech instead of your brain?

Reasons It Might Be Perilous to Rely on Your Car’s Technology

Don’t skip traditional safe driving practices

How Older Adults Can Prepare for Hurricanes, Other Disasters

Typical prep lists may not include items you'll need

Today's Money Tip: Travel Apps That Help You Save

Pack your phone with these free downloads

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Also: Telling viral illnesses apart

When Your Eyes Are 2 Different Colors

It's rare, but it can signal problems

Join Us Thursday for Live Town Hall Event

COVID vaccines, flu season and more

Is It a Cold, the Flu or COVID-19?

A few tricks for telling them apart

Latest Coronavirus News and Information

What you need to know now

6 Drugs That Can Harm Your Hearing

Not all are prescription medications

A Guide to Surviving Bear Markets

Important facts to know if you're 50+

How AARP Is Fighting for You!

More Ways We Are Your Fierce Defender

10 Hispanic Firsts and the People Who Achieved Them

Should Older Adults Get a Specialized Smartphone Plan?

Why You Need the New COVID Booster

AARP Activists Celebrate New Rx Law at White House Event

Members Only Access

Read the Latest AARP Publications Online

See them before they arrive in the mail

Birthday: Podcaster, Actor Marc Maron

He's a pioneer in digital broadcasting

10 Quick Questions for Donny Osmond

He’s back on stage in Vegas

38 Ways to Boost Your Home's Curb Appeal

Tips to add allure to your abode

At Home

Today's Workout: 10-Minute Balance Class

Bryant Johnson leads the session

Pet Essentials for an Emergency or Disaster

They should be part of any plan

10 Better Ways to Do Grownup Eye Makeup

Give your peepers a new look

What’s New in Books This Week

Latest from the publishing world

What's Coming and Going on Netflix

Your top choices for October

Reality vs. Film: How Does 'Blonde' Rate?

Monroe biographer on film's accuracy

The Very Best Witch Movies, My Pretties

A truly enchanting watchlist

Tools and Resources

Find Ways to Volunteer Near You

Look for options at Create the Good

Find Free Online Events and Classes

Visit the Virtual Community Center

Navigate Medicare With Confidence

Try our Medicare Resource Center

The Car You Want and the Safety You Need

Check out our Auto Buying Program

Videos

5 Tips to Take Better Family Photos With Your Smartphone

Some chairs and a stack of books are all you need

5 Tips for Making Check Deposits Via Mobile Phone

Skip trips to bank and post office when you're busy

iPhone Settings to Help You See and Hear Better

These are features already on your device

Caregiving More on Caregiving

5 Apps to Help Caregivers Get Organized, Find Support

Try these digital tools to manage meds, share tasks

Can a Robot Be a Companion For Your Older Loved One?

Some say there's no replacement for people or pets

What Caregivers Need to Know About Ride-Hailing Apps

Help your loved one get there when you can't drive

Connect With Us

AARP's Technology Bookstore

Whether you're a novice or a hard-core techie, you'll find an easy-to-follow guide to help.

‘The Perfect Scam’

AARP’s podcast series takes you into the minds of con artists, shows you how to protect yourself

Social Media

How to Make Video Slideshows From Photos for Social Media

The popular social media sites move away from stills

How to Spot Impostors on Facebook and Instagram

Your real friends may be fake on social media

15 Dating Apps for the Over 50 Crowd and How They Differ

A guide to popular digital spots to find love

Quizzes

What Do You Know About the Price of Free Apps, Privacy?

Take this quiz to find out and earn points

How Much Do You Know About Your Smartphone?

Most people use this pocket-sized device daily

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