The Best Laptops for Older Adults

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There’s no one magical laptop that fits everyone’s needs. People of any age need a laptop for everyday tasks like checking email, watching media, shopping, and connecting with family and friends. But some older adults may have health issues that necessitate buying a laptop (or tablet) with specific accessibility features.Of course, “older adults” is a tremendously broad category that encompasses a range of needs and preferences, and while some people may experience disability to varying degrees as they age, others may experience none at all.Wirecutter’s team tests dozens of laptops every year, and for this guide we rounded up the picks from our other guides that best serve older adults with a variety of needs. We also spoke with experts in aging and technology to learn about the most common age-related accessibility concerns, which can include vision, hearing, dexterity, and cognitive issues.Whether you’re buying a laptop for yourself or for an aging loved one, we have excellent picks across a range of budgets and operating systems that will last for years to come.