Tech / Tools

How smart technology gives older people peace of mind, security and more freedom in everyday life: a Southeast Asian study investigated the consequences of integrating assistance technologies into the care of older people.

Drinking is essential, especially in summer. We show which concepts there are for reminding people to drink and which systems have proven themselves in practice.

Traveling is a part of quality of life. For people traveling with a wheelchair or rollator, it often takes a little more planning. We have put together some tips on how to make barrier-free travel safe, comfortable and relaxed.

Assistance solutions serve to cushion age-related limitations, minimize risks and promote social participation. The solutions on the market are versatile: For example, they help to prevent falls or report them so that help can arrive quickly. They help to take...

Care and support in rural areas can be organized: With the targeted use of technology, well-planned networks and the involvement of civil society and volunteers.

A new study provides insights into digital health literacy in 13 countries. The results are sobering and there is a great need for action.

Heating and cooling buildings is essential for older people. What they need to bear in mind with component activation - and why it is particularly energy-saving.

In view of global warming, heat protection for senior citizens is a major issue. We use Masdar City/Abu Dhabi as an example of the construction tricks we can learn from heat regions.

Rapid advances in technology will transform social life. The focus lies on humanoid robots.

Günther Ohland is an expert and journalist for SmartHome, as well as a founding member of the SmartHome Initiative Germany. In our interview he addresses the social aspects of smart technologies and the development toward a customer market.