Almost everyone out there owns electronic gadgets and other techie devices. The word "almost" here is emphasized because there's a segment of the population that isn't with it -- the baby boomers.

Many of them do use computers and smartphones but only for emailing, text messaging and other simple functions. The main reason behind this, as The Washington Post cited, is because a lot of today's older adults say they're not that "confident in their ability" to make use of new and technologically advanced equipment.

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Fortunately, this is a problem the American Association of Retired Persons, also known as AARP, and Intel have tried to address. AARP and Intel have developed a tablet designed with senior citizens in mind.

This is the RealPad tablet. It's aimed at consumers 50 years old and above, which is actually the age range for membership in the AARP.

What makes RealPad great for elderly adults is its simplicity. The tablet allows quick and easy access to emails, social networks, ebooks, multimedia, and websites.

The user interface is also easy to navigate, thanks to the large icons. The screen itself is also big, at 7.85 inches. RealPad's powered by the Android operating system known for its user-friendliness and high level of customization.

While it's true Samsung and Apple tablets are more commonly used by young children and adults, there are several features of RealPad that make it more attractive for the technology-shy.

Aside from the large icons, the tablet also allows one-click access to its features. There's also one-click access to apps for news, weather, entertainment, photos and games.

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