NYT on technology designed for seniors, like motion sensors and remote monitoring systems, “Sensors attached to the wall are able to register when Mrs. Trost gets out of bed and whether she stops at her medication dispenser, and to alert her daughters to any deviations from her routine that might indicate an accident or illness. The family is updated by electronic report every morning.” A basic package costs about $85 a month. Elsewhere, an English design student proposes Jive, “social networking for your gran.” (via.) Here’s a Flickr set showing how it’s used. (Previously.)

Posted by Joanne on Jun 9, 2008 | Comments | Link

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