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>> announcer: the following program is a paid advertisement for the telikin -- connecting seniors to their world. >> if you're like me, you've tried using computers, but they seem so difficult and -- and frustrating. well, i discovered the telikin computer, and let me tell you, my whole life changed. telikin is the all-in-one computer made especially for people our age. it lets me do everything by simply the touch of a button. now i'm e-mailing and video chatting with my family and friends every day. >> announcer: telikin is quite possibly the world's easiest computer for seniors or the entire family. the secret is in this amazingly simple touch-screen technology. if you can push a button, you can use this computer. >> there were three things you had to plug in. that was it.
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>> it's very simple. very simple to use. i'm not frightened anymore of a computer. >> announcer: in just minutes, you'll be able to video chat, send e-mails, play games, check the weather, find recipes, you name it. simply take it out of the box and plug it in. no more complicated installation or confusing wires. telikin comes with an extra-large, easy-to-see display, and the programs you need are built-in. >> i'll be on the telikin calling the grandkids, playing games, checking things out, 'cause it's fun and it's easy. >> try it. you'll like it. [ chuckles ] >> i can't believe i was so uneasy with computers. now, with telikin, i don't miss anything with my friends or family. >> announcer: call or go online now to find out what thousands of seniors have discovered -- telikin, the world's easiest computer. telikin comes pre-loaded with everything you need right out of the box. simply plug it in, hook it up to your internet, and start having fun. and with three different models
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to choose from, free shipping to your home, and our 60-day money-back satisfaction guarantee, anyone can enjoy the benefits of owning a telikin. call now. >> you know what truly is amazing? the ways we communicate have changed so much in the past 20 years. it took days for a letter to get delivered through the postal service. we talked with our loved ones on the telephone, but the thought of seeing them face-to-face over distances, well, that was only an idea that we saw in the movies. but today, technology makes so many things possible. now people can send e-mail and write letters using a computer. talking face-to-face with our families and friends when we're far away is now a reality. but for many of us, like me, using a computer is frustrating and downright confusing. you see, the problem is, traditional computers are so complex because they're now made for business use, making the modern-day computer feel anything but personal. that's why i love this. this is the telikin, the number-one computer in the world
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for seniors. and you're gonna love it, too. it was rated tops in technology by the leading senior advocacy group. telikin continues to redefine the personal computing experience. take a look at this. the telikin is totally different. it's the world's simplest computer. it's an all-in-one system, easy to set up, and with the easy-to-use menu guide, everything is right there for you. you simply can't get lost. you've got one touch for e-mail. over here, you have one touch for the web. and with one more touch, you're video chatting across the country. remember when you'd sit around and go through old photos in your albums? well, now they're right at the tips of your fingers. with the intuitive, easy-to-manage photo albums, you have instant access to the images of your life. you can share your photos with people in your home, or far away by posting them right online. you have calendar, weather, and news and games and so much more all in one touch. hey, if you can push a button,
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you can use the telikin. with other computers, you have to buy additional software, you have to install it, you have to keep it up to date, and it can all be very confusing, i know. telikin comes with everything you need already there, and it automatically updates so your computer is never outdated. but the telikin, you see, is much more than a computer. it's the center of your in-home communication. you have news from the source of your choice, you have weather, music, and video. and the telikin is all about staying connected with popular social-networking sites, and e-mail with large fonts so you can actually see what someone wrote you without getting your face right up to the screen. and the video-chat feature may be my favorite part. you see, seeing your loved ones face-to-face, even if they're halfway around the world, well, that brings them closer to you. and if you're a grandparent, being able to read a bedtime story to that special little one who lives miles away, those could be the moments that bond you together, and keep you
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connected as a real part of their everyday life. you see, the telikin has everything that you need. and the best part is, it's all right there at your fingertips. >> i was really almost afraid of a computer because i didn't know what meant what or what symbol meant that, and i'd mess it up. but as soon as telikin came on when i pushed the power button, it opened up a whole new world of ease and clarity. and all you have to do is touch the screen for homepage, the web, or the weather. it's so bright and legible. you can zoom in for close-ups for the small-print items that you want to. if you want to zoom in on a photo. all touch screen. i mean, it's wonderful. if you have never dealt with a computer before and it's always intimidated you, from the "on" button straight through, there's nothing to worry about. it's as easy as putting your finger on the screen and
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directing you to the world. >> announcer: call or go online now to find out what thousands of seniors have discovered -- telikin, the world's easiest computer. telikin comes pre-loaded with everything you need right out of the box. simply plug it in, hook it up to your internet, and start having fun. and with three different models to choose from, free shipping to your home, and our 60-day money-back satisfaction guarantee, anyone can enjoy the benefits of owning a telikin. call now. >> the stress and the hassle of setting up and maintaining a traditional pc is a thing of the past. telikin comes with its software programs fully installed and ready to go right out of the box. and to prove it, well, we've got some help from vinnie over here. vinnie is a computer technician, and he's gonna set up a traditional pc, right? and over here we have jerri and her granddaughter nicole. now, nicole, have you ever set up a computer before? >> no. i'm only 9. [ laughs ] >> she has a point.
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how about you, jerri? >> no, i have never. my son's always set my computers up. >> you know, that's a good deal. how about you, vinnie? >> oh, sure. hundreds of times. i think i have this competition in the bag, here, beau. >> all right. >> let's do it. >> all right, let's do it. we're gonna go on "one." everybody ready? >> we are ready. >> 3, 2, 1! hit it! >> okay, nicole. we need to put the plug into the side of the telikin. >> okay! got it, grandma. >> you got that? >> great! >> now you just plug it into the wall. >> you got it? >> got it. >> great. great job. now we connect the telikin to the high-speed internet provider, and we just plug it in the back. >> oh! got it. >> and turn it on. >> there you go. see, the telikin works hardwired or wireless, so if you have a wireless network, it's gonna find it for you. you just need to put the password in and enjoy the telikin experience. vinnie, how's it going over here? what's happening? >> uh, we got a few more cables to connect, and then we can boot it up, and start to load software, the operating system, and then... it's gonna be a little while. >> oh, look, nicole! we're up and running. it's done. we beat him! >> there it is. >> yeah! >> i don't believe it. where's their mouse and
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keyboard? >> [ laughs ] vinnie, right here. you've got the mouse and keyboard right here, but you also have a touch screen. you can use either. and you just plug them right into the usb port, which is what she's doing right there. you can't mess it up. hey, jerri, check this out. look at the keyboard. look at the size of numbers and the letters. >> the capital letters are so large! that's, oh, great! >> isn't that great for folks like you and i? >> yes, it is. >> vinnie's a little younger. >> i'm impressed, guys. i'm gonna be here loading software for hours trying to get this going. >> well, vinnie, you don't have to have a degree in computer science to set up a telikin. you just plug it in and you go. right, guys? >> yep! >> just plug it in. >> let me see what you got there. >> take a look. >> wow, i love that menu down the side. it always stays there, so you can't get lost using the computer. >> that's right. >> it's fast, too. >> it is fast. >> what about a virus, or if you need tech support? >> great question. in the last two years, there were over 16 million pcs crippled by viruses. among the tens of thousands of current telikin users enjoying their computers, not one has been infected by a virus, vinnie. >> not one? >> that's right. not one. and even better, the computer is
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loaded with a video-guided tutorial for all of its functions, so all the answers that you need are right at your fingertips. plus, if you have a question about your telikin computer, you can call their help center, where one of the telikin agents will answer your questions. >> enough talking about this technical stuff. we were going to call my other granddaughter. >> all right. well, jerri, just hit the video chat button right there. that's it. now select who you want to talk to. all right. >> it's dialing. it's dialing! you hear that? >> there she is! hi. >> hi, grandma. >> hi! hi, cheyenne. >> i love you. >> love you too, grandma. >> aww. that is the magic of the telikin. it's that instant connection. and it's so easy. you don't need a keyboard and a mouse. you just touch the screen and you go. and in no time at all, you can be up and running, video-calling the grandkids, playing one of the many pre-loaded games, booking a vacation, or surfing the internet. with the simple tap-and-go icons that are organized by category
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like news, shopping, health, and social media, the telikin is set up for you, and it's so easy to use. >> have you ever been frustrated by a computer? or never even used a computer? well, finally, there's a new type of computer designed for people our age. thousands of people between 52 and 102 have discovered this new, easier computer. introducing telikin, a whole new kind of computer made for seniors. the secret is this amazingly simple touch-screen technology. if you can touch a screen, now you can use a computer. >> there were three things you had to plug in. that was it. >> it's very simple. very simple to use. i'm not frightened anymore of a computer. >> anybody. anybody can take the telikin and use it anytime they want, easy. >> announcer: telikin comes with everything built-in. you'll be able to video chat, send e-mails, share photos, play games, and write letters. go online to check out the daily news and weather, shop for the best prices, explore your hobbies, and connect with old
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friends. telikin comes with an extra-large, easy-to-see display, and it even has video tutorials so you can watch and learn. >> now you don't need to be afraid of computers. telikin is easy. and the 100% u.s. helpline is there for you every step of the way. >> i'll be on the telikin calling the grandkids, playing games, checking things out, 'cause it's fun and it's easy. >> the world is open to me now. i can't wait to explore. >> try it. you'll like it. [ chuckles ] >> announcer: call or go online now to find out what thousands of seniors have discovered -- telikin, the world's easiest computer. telikin comes pre-loaded with everything you need right out of the box. simply plug it in, hook it up to your internet, and start having fun. and with three different models to choose from, free shipping to your home, and our 60-day money-back satisfaction guarantee, anyone can enjoy the benefits of owning a telikin. call now.
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>> we're joined now by dr. jerri edwards, a healthy-aging expert. jerri works with seniors to stay engaged in their communities and in society as they age, as well as maintaining cognitive abilities and independence as they grow older. dr. edwards, it's great to see you. welcome to the show. >> thank you. >> now, i would imagine that social isolation really is sort of not a good thing as you age, correct? >> i don't think social isolation is ever a good thing. but today more than ever, older adults tend to live farther from their families, their adult children, their grandchildren. and one of the best ways to connect with them is through the computer, because on the computer, we can not only hear them, but we can see them. we can see their facial expressions, we can see what's going on in their lives. and that makes for a better, stronger emotional connection. >> and that's so important, right? that connection to friends and family and loved ones and the world with video chatting or being on social networks. or even dating sites can help seniors as they age, right?
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>> yes. well, a nationwide study found that older adults who use the internet are 1/3 less likely to experience depression, and that's because they're interacting with others by use of the internet. >> wow. now, hang on a second. that's incredible. and this is an official study? results from an official study? >> a nationwide study. >> my goodness. i mean, that is amazing. that's really almost shocking, dr. edwards. >> depression is one of the major causes of experiencing cognitive decline with age. and we know that if you learn new abilities, like learning how to use the telikin, it stimulates your mind, and it helps you to stay more mentally fit. it can improve you memory, it can improve your mental quickness. so, video chat and social media are ways that older adults can remain connected to their family and friends just by the touch of a button. >> another thing about the telikin is, you can play games online, but there are games that are built-in to the telikin. talk about how playing games as you age helps you with your cognitive abilities, and really just enjoying life in general. >> so, there's evidence that
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playing engaging, challenging games is going to help maintain your cognitive abilities with age. so it's gonna help you remember things better. it's gonna help you think of things faster, recall information that you need to recall. and, specifically, if these games are engaging and challenging, there are studies that show that when you're engaged in leisure activities like playing these kinds of games, you're much less likely to develop cognitive decline, including alzheimer's disease, over long periods of time. >> well, with the telikin, you know, you have games, you have video chatting, you have your social media. but you have all sorts of other options that seniors can enjoy. you know, anything from faith and spirituality to finance to sports to travel so they can plan those trips, actually see the grandkids in person. being able to get your weather with the touch of a button, get your news with the touch of a button, it's got to make older americans feel more connected to the world. dr. edwards, i know that seniors want to be independent. they want to stay engaged.
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how does working with the internet help people stay engaged and stay, you know, vital? >> the telikin is designed so that older adults can easily use it, and use it on their own, so that they can stay engaged in the digital age. being able to just stay connected with your friends, your family, and being able to do things on your own is important in order to maintain your independence and your health with age. >> dr. jerri edwards, it's fascinating what you've learned, and what you've been able to teach us today about aging. thank you. >> you're welcome. >> you see, the telikin really is a game changer because it's so simple to use, anyone can use it, from young to young at heart. we took the telikin to the sun city center in florida to put it to the test in front of a lively crowd. now, we had our computer experts, we had our skeptics, and some people who had never even used a computer try it out. we gave them no instruction, and we let them loose on the telikin. you are gonna love this. >> look at this. >> very good. you can access picture much
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easier than i even imagined. >> much easier to use than a regular computer, i think. >> and this comes pre-loaded, all this stuff, huh? >> you don't need your glasses. you can enlarge the screen or shrink the screen. it's perfect. >> to me, it's so much easier to get to. i have all my categories right here. i wouldn't even know how to get them before. >> never get him off the computer now. >> yeah. >> it's futuristic. it's easy to use, easy to set up. >> i'm not that computer savvy, but i could catch on to this real quick. >> with touch screen, you know, you can type right on the screen. you don't have a mouse and all this clicking that goes on. >> ebay. there's my ebay. [ laughs ] >> well, i've worked with a computer for years in the office and stuff, and this is much easier, just as far as the speed to get around things. >> for me, as a grandparent living so far away from my grandchildren, with the video chat, i can be literally with them every day, and i don't have to wait for their yearly visit. this is a fun way to spend the day. [ laughter ] >> announcer: call or go online now to find out what thousands
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of seniors have discovered -- telikin, the world's easiest computer. telikin comes pre-loaded with everything you need right out of the box. simply plug it in, hook it up to your internet, and start having fun. and with three different models to choose from, free shipping to your home, and our 60-day money-back satisfaction guarantee, anyone can enjoy the benefits of owning a telikin. call now. >> before, when i wanted to go fishing, i had to get up early in the morning and turn the tv on, wait for the news, wait for the weather. but with telikin, i get up, i press a couple of buttons, check the areas you want to fish, check the weather, and i'm ready to go fishing. i was really computer illiterate before, and i would call my wife at work, say, "hey, what am i doing wrong?" and, i mean, it just -- to me, it was just too complicated, and i didn't want to take the time to learn it. now, with telikin, i can do
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everything i want to do. everything's there, right in front of you. in fact, i was able to send my first e-mail today, which i've never done before. and my wife wasn't home, she was at work. with telikin, i check the weather, check the fishing report, and i'm on my way on the water. >> now, i'm a simple guy, and i like a simple life. and what i want out of my computer is for it to just simply work. i want my stock reports when i want them, i want my weather updates so i know when it's time to go play golf, and i want my games. but what i didn't fully realize is what i could do with my computer, and how easy and trouble-free it could be. that is, until i got a telikin. now, the telikin is also all about entertainment -- scanner software, a kindle reader that is built right into the telikin, as well. isn't that awesome? and you'll have slide show, spreadsheet, and word-processing software to write a letter or make a flier for your next community event. i love this part as well. if you love old tv shows, you're
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absolutely going to love your telikin, 'cause look at this -- tv classics. all the favorite classics of the past from the '50s so you can re-experience all those great shows of the past, all easy to find with a simple tap of the screen. and if you're into music, every telikin comes set up with internet radio right at your fingertips. so whether you like classic rock, country, jazz, or blues on a rainy night, you can set the mood to the touch of the screen and dance the night away, all with your telikin. >> if you're like me, you've tried using computers, but they seem so difficult and -- and frustrating. well, i discovered the telikin computer, and let me tell you, my whole life changed. telikin is the all-in-one computer made especially for people our age. it lets me do everything by simply the touch of a button. now i'm e-mailing and video chatting with my family and friends every day. >> announcer: telikin is quite possibly the world's easiest
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computer for seniors or the entire family. the secret is in this amazingly simple touch-screen technology. if you can push a button, you can use this computer. >> there were three things you had to plug in. that was it. >> it's very simple. very simple to use. i'm not frightened anymore of a computer. >> announcer: in just minutes, you'll be able to video chat, send e-mails, play games, check the weather, find recipes, you name it. simply take it out of the box and plug it in. no more complicated installation or confusing wires. telikin comes with an extra-large, easy-to-see display, and the programs you need are built-in. >> i'll be on the telikin calling the grandkids, playing games, checking things out, 'cause it's fun and it's easy. >> try it. you'll like it. [ chuckles ] >> i can't believe i was so uneasy with computers. now, with telikin, i don't miss anything with my friends or family. >> announcer: call or go online now to find out what thousands of seniors have discovered --
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telikin, the world's easiest computer. telikin comes pre-loaded with everything you need right out of the box. simply plug it in, hook it up to your internet, and start having fun. and with three different models to choose from, free shipping to your home, and our 60-day money-back satisfaction guarantee, anyone can enjoy the benefits of owning a telikin. call now. >> you know, some of you watching right now might be thinking, "i'm just one of those people who just can't learn to use a computer." we hear it. we hear it all the time from people from 42 to 102. but check this out -- everything on the telikin is right there at the tips of your fingers. right here on the menu, so it's impossible for you to get lost. and anyone can use a telikin. you can e-mail, you can video chat, check your calendar, see the weather and news, and even connect via social networks or community websites all with a touch of the screen.
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it's so much easier to stay connected to your friends and your family. and a connection to the world is really what it's all about. >> i had glaucoma surgery. i had cataracts taken off and everything, you know. my eyes are pretty bad. with the telikin, oh, i could see. [ laughs ] it's like a brand-new day. the screen is clear. touch it with your finger and all this information comes up. the first day on facebook, there were like 60 people trying to contact me. i was popular back in the day. [ laughs ] i'm no longer alone because i can contact anyone, and i can do it all myself. i had a large family, and a lot of them, they don't even know me. now they know, "is that uncle fred down in florida calling?" you know? i'm looking to the future a little more than i was before. the telikin's opened up a new world that i'm really ready to explore right now.
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>> you see, the telikin is much more than a computer. it's the center of in-home communication. not only do you have news, weather, music, and video right at your fingertips, you also have a kindle reader to download books and read them right on your telikin. isn't that awesome? and you'll have slide show, spreadsheet, and word-processing software to write a letter or make a flier for your next community event. now come on in here. i want to show you something. this is amazing. see how small the text is right there? not for long. you see this "plus" button? i just tap it a few times, and look how much larger the text is now. now you don't have to press your face against the screen to see what you want to read. if you like another option, how about a magnifying glass? look at that. look at that. isn't that absolutely amazing? remember when you would sit around and go through the old photos in your albums? well, now they're right at the tips of your fingers. and share your photos with your family and your friends in your home or far away by posting them online or e-mailing them at the
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touch of a button. and your telikin is all about staying connected with popular social-networking sites, e-mail with large fonts so you can actually see what someone wrote to you. and now the video-chat feature. this is my favorite part of the telikin -- seeing your loved ones face-to-face even if they're halfway around the world. this is gonna bring them closer to you. and i guarantee you that if you're a grandparent and you're able to read a bedtime story to that special little grandchild of yours who lives miles away from you, trust me on this, those are gonna be the moments that bond you, and keep you connected with them as a real part of their life every single day. >> to see my grandchildren, i had to drive 30 miles there and 30 miles back. and you don't get to do that very much with the price of gas these days. the telikin video chat gives me a chance to turn on my computer and read them a good-night story every night. you choose "video chat," it rings, and they're there.
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it's like a gift. when your grandchildren can see you and you can see them, you're really reading the book together. before getting a telikin, i missed out on so much of the older grandkids' lives, and telikin gives me the privilege of being able to watch my younger grandkids grow up. even if i can't go to where they are, you can still be a part. it's heartwarming. means a lot to a grandmother. an awful lot. >> finally, a computer that takes away the tangle and mess and confusion of setup. it simplifies use, and it lets seniors stay connected no matter how far they're away from their family and their friends. this is the computer specifically designed for seniors, and it's changing lives all across america. for tens of thousands of families, the telikin has become their news source, their instant weather. it's the way they watch their investments and their money.
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it's how they stay engaged and active in their community, and it's how they stay in touch with their friends, their family, and especially their tech-savvy grandkids. the telikin is the easiest computer that you will ever find. so what are you waiting for? this is the best offer telikin has ever had. it includes a 100%, 60-day money-back guarantee. so don't wait. go ahead, connect with your family today. strengthen those bonds with your friends, your kids, your grandkids. try the telikin. your family is just a fingertip away. >> have you ever been frustrated by a computer? or never even used a computer? well, finally, there's a new type of computer designed for people our age. thousands of people between 52 and 102 have discovered this new, easier computer. introducing telikin, a whole new kind of computer made for seniors. the secret is this amazingly simple touch-screen technology. if you can touch a screen, now
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you can use a computer. >> there were three things you had to plug in. that was it. >> it's very simple. very simple to use. i'm not frightened anymore of a computer. >> anybody. anybody can take the telikin and use it anytime they want, easy. >> announcer: telikin comes with everything built-in. you'll be able to video chat, send e-mails, share photos, play games, and write letters. go online to check out the daily news and weather, shop for the best prices, explore your hobbies, and connect with old friends. telikin comes with an extra-large, easy-to-see display, and it even has video tutorials so you can watch and learn. >> now you don't need to be afraid of computers. telikin is easy. and the 100% u.s. helpline is there for you every step of the way. >> i'll be on the telikin calling the grandkids, playing games, checking things out, 'cause it's fun and it's easy. >> the world is open to me now. i can't wait to explore. >> try it. you'll like it. [ chuckles ] >> announcer: call or go online
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now to find out what thousands of seniors have discovered -- telikin, the world's easiest computer. telikin comes pre-loaded with everything you need right out of the box. simply plug it in, hook it up to your internet, and start having fun. and with three different models to choose from, free shipping to your home, and our 60-day money-back satisfaction guarantee, anyone can enjoy the benefits of owning a telikin. call now. the preceding program was a paid advertisement for the telikin -- connecting seniors to their connecting seniors to their world.
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