Barry and Bobby are back from their “short break” and dive into a packed episode covering everything from nostalgic road trips and family travel logistics to the ever-changing landscape of tech upgrades. They discuss helping aging parents with taxes, cooking tips, and the importance of knowing when to upgrade your devices—whether it’s a phone, laptop, or even a whole operating system. Plus, they preview an upcoming discussion on screen sharing for seniors.

⏳ 00:01 - Karate, Short Breaks & Kill Bill Soundtracks
03:10 - Road Trips Before GPS: The Art of Paper Maps & Dead Reckoning
⚰️ 05:19 - Funeral Travel & Role Reversals in Aging
07:00 - Taxes & AI: How to Use AI to Simplify IRS Instructions
09:38 - Dad’s Cooking Adventures: Steaming, Sous Vide & Slow Cooker Potatoes
13:09 - iPhone 16E: Worth It or Skip It?
18:55 - When & Why to Upgrade Your Aging Tech
24:53 - Chrome OS, Windows Updates & Keeping Devices Secure
30:50 - Do You Even Need a Laptop? The Case for Tablets & Phones
31:37 - The Real Issue with Digital Inclusion: Devices, Not Just Internet Access
️ 35:01 - Sneak Peek: Next Episode’s Screen Sharing Saga

• AI for Taxes: Use ChatGPT (or similar) to simplify tax instructions by uploading IRS forms.
• Chrome OS Flex: A way to breathe new life into old laptops by turning them into Chromebooks.
• Tech Upgrade Chart & Additional Resources: Full details on OS end-of-life dates and other key episode mentions are available here: https://bit.ly/caretechandtips13
• Best iPhone for Caregivers: Barry & Bobby break down the pros and cons of the iPhone 16E vs. the regular 16.

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We'll be back on Monday March 17th

Gaming isn’t just for kids anymore! In this episode of Care, Tech & Tips, Barry and Bobby dive into the world of senior-friendly games—highlighting the best brain-boosting apps, the red flags of scammy downloads, and why some games could be more harmful than helpful.

What’s inside this episode?

• The top-rated games designed to keep seniors mentally sharp

• How to avoid sneaky in-app purchases and scammy apps

• The hidden dangers of “free” games and how to find safe alternatives

• Tips on setting up scam call protection for seniors

• Recognizing early dementia signs through unexpected habits

• How AI tools like the Plaud AI pin can assist in caregiving

Plus, Barry shares a simple iPhone trick that instantly blocks scam callers—so you (or your loved ones) won’t have to deal with them again!

Whether you’re a caregiver, tech-savvy senior, or just someone looking for safe and fun games, this episode is packed with practical advice and laughs along the way.

For lists of games and instructions on how to limit in-app purchases

https://tinyurl.com/caretechandtips12