3 Apple Products That Would Make Great Christmas Gifts for Retirees

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Shopping for Apple products for retirees as holiday gifts looks a little bit different than it does for younger generations.

Buyers need to take in consideration factors like accessibility for those with low vision or who are hard of hearing in addition to considering which products are worth the money. (Because Apple products are typically not cheap.)

GOBankingRates carefully combed through reviews for various Apple products to determine which ones are the best to shop for this holiday season. Keep reading to see which three Apple products make the best gifts for retirees.

Apple Watch Series 10

Staying physically fit is important in retirement which is why we’re kicking off this list with the Apple Watch Series 10. The cost of the Apple Watch, according to the Apple website, is $399.00 or $33.25 per month over a period of 12 months. 

One major benefit of the Apple Watch (Series 4 or later) is its ability to detect hard falls. When an alert pops up, retirees can either choose to dismiss it (if they are not hurt) or call emergency services.

A medical ID feature is also available. Retirees can record their vital medical information, including any allergies or pre-existing conditions, so first responders may access it in case of an emergency.

What other benefits come with the Apple Watch? Other health and wellness features include, but are not limited to, the watch’s ability to monitor overall heart health, track and set up reminders to take medications and exercise programs for physical exercise as well as medication and breathing.

iPhone 15 Plus

At $799.00, or $33.29 over a pay period of 24 months, the iPhone 15 Plus is an expensive holiday gift for retirees. Consider reframing the narrative to think of this purchase as an investment, not just a gift, for retirees.

The New York Times Wirecutter named the iPhone 15 Plus as one of their top picks for a top-of-the-line iPhone for older adults. Several key features allowed this smartphone to cinch its spot including its large screen (6.7-inch display), strong battery life and quick charging capabilities. 

The iPhone 15 Plus comes with a wide range of accessibility options like live captions for retirees that are deaf or hard of hearing and adjustable text size to better read screens. Retirees that need help blocking background noise while taking calls can make use of the Voice Isolation feature.

Two cameras are also built in for taking regular and wide-angle photos: perfect for snapping photos during all your travels in retirement. 

AirPods Pro 2

Because the iPhone 15 Plus doesn’t have a dedicated headphone jack, retirees will need Bluetooth headphones and should consider exploring AirPods. 

We added the AirPods Pro 2 to this holiday gift roundup ($249.00 or $41.50 per month over six months) because they offer retirees more than excellent sound quality and a comfortable fit. 

According to an Apple press release, a Hearing Test feature is available with AirPods Pro which allows its users to quickly check their hearing. Results are provided afterwards and stored in the Health app. Moving forward, retirees may discuss the results with their primary care provider and discuss next steps. 

A Hearing Aid capability is available within AirPods Pro to help boost the sound around users with mild to moderate hearing loss.

Pro Tip: Remember To Purchase AppleCare+

Each of the three Apple products we mentioned above are expensive to buy, which is what makes it all the more critical to also purchase AppleCare+. Doing so, in most cases, means receiving unlimited repairs for accidental damages and access to Apple tech support. 

Coverage costs, as well as what that type of coverage means, will vary for the Apple Watch Series 10, iPhone 15 Plus and AirPods Pro 2. Take care to read the fine print and include this important add-on for peace of mind as you head to checkout.

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