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Tablet Tips: Making the Most of Your iPad or Android Device
Trivia: Which U.S. national park is home to the longest cave system in the world?
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December 02, 2025
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Today we’re sharing smart tips on Tablets: Making the Most of Your iPad or Android Device, along with the best deals, fun trivia, and more!
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What We’re Reading
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 | By: Peter Zander-Howell In 1936, a quiet Sussex village is shocked by a series of anonymous letters, making allegations about various inhabitants. Some of the typed letters suggest that serious criminal offences have been committed. The local police begin to investigate. And then a villager is battered to death. Who is writing these letters? And who is the killer? |
 | By: Cate Tayler In the snowy Montana mountains, widowed bladesmith Hart Amory guards his solitude—until a blizzard strands Nessa and her daughter Wren at his door with a request only he can fulfill. As they share warmth, secrets, and hope, Hart must choose between clinging to grief or embracing a second chance at joy. |
On this day in 1942, history changed beneath the stands of a football stadium at the University of Chicago. Physicist Enrico Fermi and his team achieved the world’s first controlled, self-sustaining nuclear chain reaction—an experiment known as Chicago Pile-1. This breakthrough marked the dawn of the atomic age and laid the groundwork for both nuclear energy and nuclear medicine in the decades that followed.
Tablet Tips: Making the Most of Your iPad or Android Device
Tablets have become one of the most versatile tools for seniors and lifelong learners alike. Whether you’re using an iPad or an Android tablet, these devices offer a comfortable screen size, intuitive interfaces, and endless ways to stay informed, entertained, and connected. With a few simple tips and tricks, you can turn your tablet into a powerful everyday companion that fits your lifestyle perfectly.
One of the biggest advantages of tablets is their adaptability. If reading is your passion, increase the text size, switch to dark mode for nighttime comfort, or try apps like Kindle, Libby, and Apple Books to borrow or buy titles instantly. Prefer watching movies or TV? Your tablet can become a portable entertainment hub—perfect for cozy evenings, travel days, or even propped up in the kitchen while you cook. And for those who enjoy learning, apps like YouTube, Coursera, and MasterClass provide high-quality classes at your fingertips.
Staying connected is easier than ever with a tablet. Video chat apps like FaceTime, Zoom, and Google Meet let you see the faces you love with just a tap. Many seniors find that using a tablet feels far more comfortable than navigating a tiny smartphone screen. You can also manage emails, browse social media, and follow news from trusted sources without straining your eyes.
A few small adjustments can make your device even more user-friendly. Turn on “Do Not Disturb” during quiet hours, use voice typing to compose messages without tapping, and customize your home screen so your most-used apps are easy to find. If you’re concerned about privacy or scams, both Apple and Android devices now offer robust security settings, including app permission controls and built-in alerts for suspicious activity.
Don’t forget productivity and creativity, too. Tablets can be fantastic digital notebooks, recipe organizers, photo albums, or even art studios. Styluses, detachable keyboards, and protective cases can expand what your device can do and make it feel more comfortable to use. And if you’re someone who loves keeping a routine, built-in reminders, calendars, and timers can help you stay organized with less effort.
Whether you’re a tech-savvy user or just getting comfortable with your device, tablets offer incredible flexibility. A few thoughtful settings and the right apps can turn them into tools that simplify life, spark creativity, and keep you connected to what matters.
How Do You Mostly Use Your Tablet? |
Yesterday’s Poll Results: Which income mix feels most comfortable for your retirement?
Most readers are craving stability in retirement, with a strong 63% preferring mostly fixed income for steady, predictable support. Another 58% are drawn to a balanced mix of fixed and variable income, showing interest in both security and growth. Only a small group (7%) feels comfortable leaning mostly on variable income, while 13% are still gathering information and exploring their options. A few respondents (2%) shared unique approaches of their own. Overall, the results show that reliability and peace of mind are top priorities for most retirees when planning their financial future.
TOP COMMENTS
“Having both fixed income which covers most of my expenditures and using little of the investment income, I am able to invest with more risk my IRA and other funds. This strategy allows for a 70/30 stocks to bonds ratio and has allowed an average 8.9% return per year since 2010. I realize the risk of a down market. I have been ale to increase the growth side enough to offset a 25% downmarket and still live comfortably and still make my charitable donations.”
“We are both on SS, she has a small pension and an inheritance that we only access when necessary, that is very variable.”
“We have a pension and social security. That’s it.”
Why Making Space for Yourself Matters — Especially After 60
As we age, carving out both physical and mental space becomes vital for peace, growth, and well-being. Creating personal space — whether quiet corners, uncluttered rooms, or moments of solitude — gives older adults a chance to reflect, reconnect with themselves, and nurture new interests without outside pressure. It’s not just about decluttering your home, but about clearing emotional and mental weight, letting go of old patterns, and opening up to possibility, purpose, and renewed energy.
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Slang Phrase of the Day
Phrase: Lit
Meaning: “Lit” is a slang term that means exciting, fun, energetic, or really impressive. It’s often used to describe events, experiences, or moments that feel lively or enjoyable.
In a sentence: “Our community’s holiday dance was absolutely lit — everyone was out on the floor having a fantastic time!”
Good News of the Day
Cleaning Company Owner Clears a Veteran’s Overgrown ‘Jungle’ — Then Gifts Him $14,500 and a Car
A 63-year-old veteran found himself isolated and struggling after years with an overgrown backyard he couldn’t manage, limited mobility, and no car — until a compassionate cleaning-company owner stepped in. The man cleared the tangled weeds, fixed up the garden, and added vegetable beds — free of charge — transforming the property into a functional, welcoming space. Then, moved by the veteran’s situation, he raised over $14,000 via GoFundMe and gifted him a car so he could regain independence for errands and appointments. The act didn’t just clear a yard — it renewed a life with dignity, mobility, and hope.
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RetireHub Trivia
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Which U.S. national park is home to the longest cave system in the world? |
Which planet in our solar system rotates on its side, creating extreme seasonal changes? |
What 1980s toy craze involved small, collectible rubber figurines with funny faces and names, sold in vending machines? |
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