The Apple iPad is a great product but it was designed with a user interface for people 10-65 years old who have most likely used a computer before. It's not that older seniors can't use an iPad - many can and that's great. However, many older seniors who have never used a computer may find the iPad confusing with pop up alerts, Apple IDs, passwords, or just getting lost in the settings for Notifications, Control Center, iCloud, Wi-Fi, etc. GrandPad comes set up and ready to go with no configuration options except for the big volume keys for music.

No. GrandPad comes with 4G LTE configured and ready-to-go. No setup, no extra bill. Everything has been taken care of so your loved one can use their GrandPad worry and frustration-free.

The GrandPad works for a wide range of users, but the focus is on seniors who: Have little or no computer experience; Have resisted conventional modern technology; Have diminishing eyesight, motor skills, hearing, or cognition; The average GrandPad user is 82 years old. GrandPad is specially designed for seniors 75 and over with little to no technology experience. GrandPad is also helpful for those with limited vision, hearing, and motor skills.

Yes! GrandPad makes an excellent gift for connecting seniors to family and friends. We'll even pack and ship it for you!