In the past year, 51 percent of older Americans say they bought some tech product.
The study found that the generation gap in smartphone adoption is narrowing.
In the past two years, smartphone adoption has jumped from 70 percent to 77 percent among older adults.
Meanwhile, 62 percent of those 70 and older use smartphones.
Still, younger users are more likely to report using their smartphones on a daily basis.
Many find the products are convenient and give them peace of mind.
Older adults welcome voice-activated home assistants.
Ownership of home assistants such as smart speakers has more than doubled in the past two years.
Just 4 percent of consumers over 50 used a gear in 2017 compared to 17 percent today.
Another 21 percent are open to videoconferencing with their health care providers, the study finds.
Data privacy is a concern among older individuals who use wearable tech.
They are drawn to these sites to stay connected with friends and family.
AARP conducted the survey of adults ages 50+ in July and August 2019.
The 15-minute online survey was given in both English and Spanish.
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