Is a multi-touch gesture interface based on a tablet better than a smart phone for elderly users?

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2014
Authors
Wang, Peng
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Parry, Dave
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Master of Computer and Information Sciences
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Auckland University of Technology
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With the increasing growth in the elderly population, the health care and social problems of this demographic have become an ongoing concern. Several studies have shown that touch-screen techniques might assist the elderly in their social, recreational and health related activities. However, little research has been conducted on the most suitable multi-touch screen devices for older users with age-related declines. This study aims to bridge the research gap in the use of touch-screens as a pervasive healthcare aid for the elderly.

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Multi-touch gesture interface , Elderly users , Tablet , Smart phone
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