Wireless Solutions Shaping the Future of Senior Housing Communities

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Figure 2: Smartphone Adoption Ages 55+
Japan
Belgium
US
France
Germany
Netherlands
Finland
UK
Spain
Singapore
South Korea
73%
65%
52%
40%
37%
35%
35%
35%
31%
21%
15%
Source: Deloitte
Adoption of tablets and e-readers adoption among seniors is increasing faster than smartphones, most likely due to their
larger form factors and easy to use touch screens. Deloitte recently reported that among seniors in most countries, tablet
usage is now just slightly below average and e-reader usage is actually higher than average.
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As older adults make the
transition to senior housing communities, these devices will become essential vehicles for residents to stay connected with
their social circles and to maintain their mental acuity through online access to photographs, news, games, and books.
Figure 3: Tablet Adoption Ages 55+
Japan
Germany
South Korea
Finland
Belgium
France
US
UK
Spain
Netherlands
Singapore
5
7%
53%
37%
42%
29%
39%
28%
36%
25%
31%
23%
30%
22%
30%
20%
20%
19%
22%
15%
21%
10%
12%
55 All Ages
Source: Deloitte