Technology helps improve quality of life - Study

A new study from Ericsson Consumer Laboratory has revealed how the elderly people using communications technology feel more enriched, informed, younger and in touch with others and society.

The report has shown these people as the first generation of seniors able to utilise a wider range of communication technology in older age.
Findings from the study also indicated that those who have taken up the technology feel more enriched with an improved quality of life. The study found that the use of communication technology was bridging the gap between generations in a way that has never been the case with previous generations.
Children and grandchildren can share their technology expertise, teaching and giving support to their parents and relatives and creating a common ground in their relationship.
With the growing presence of technology in today’s daily life, there is an increasing digital divide between generations, but also within the older age group, with a majority who has not yet embraced usage of smartphones, tablets and new services. Among the strongest influences for seniors to start using new communication modes are children and grandchildren. Texting has migrated to this generation from their younger relatives.

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