Tech Basics

A calm, plain-English guide to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for older Australian drivers: what they do, which one is yours, and how to set it up.

A calm, plain-English guide to the best health and fitness apps for older Australians, from the clinically backed StandingTall balance app to step tracking, guided workouts and meal logging.

myGov and myID are the free government tools for accessing Australian services online. Here’s what they are, how to set them up, and how to stay safe.

A plain-English guide to managing your health online in Australia, covering My Health Record, the 1800MEDICARE app, booking appointments, and staying safe.

A calm, plain-English guide to how much mobile data you really need in Australia, what uses data, and how to check your own usage before you pick a plan.

Passkeys let you sign in with your face, fingerprint or PIN instead of a password. A plain-English guide for older Australians on what they are and how to use them.

How to add your bank card to your phone and pay by tapping in Australia, with Apple Pay and Google Wallet explained in plain English.

Three free and enjoyable things to do online: fly the world with Google Earth, trace your family tree, and tour famous museums from home.

A calm, step-by-step guide to copying photos from an iPhone or Android phone onto a Windows computer, plus an easier cable-free habit.

A calm, step-by-step guide to scanning QR codes on your phone for cafe menus, parking payments and event tickets, with a simple safety check.