Among both age groups, 75% have smart TVs and 59% own tablets.
In the last year, 69% of adults over 50 bought at least one tech product.
Confidence in their digital literacy is lower among older age groups.
About 33% of respondents use security devices, and 32% use Wi-Fi extenders in their homes.
Aware, but skeptical of generative AI
Headline-grabbing news about artificial intelligence has sparked interest among older adults.
Their hesitancy could be linked to concern about online scams.
Caregivers over age 50 are also often missing out on the benefits of health and wellness tech.
In the same period, cable viewership plummeted from 58% to 32% for older Americans.
Netflix (62%) and Amazon Prime Video (61%) are the most popular streaming platforms.
Methodology
The results came from an online survey of 3,229 U.S. adults conducted in September and October 2023.
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