85-year-old tech-savvy senior defying stereotypes
It seems like barely a day passes without the announcement of some new app, gadget or piece of technology, to the point when it can be a little overwhelming at times.
But there are plenty of seniors who aren’t just surviving through this influx of technology, but thriving! 85-year-old Max Perlov might just be the best example of this.
Max has been in Australia for 37 years after relocating from his native Russia. After working as a mechanical engineer, Max retained his keen interest in electronics which led him to start using computer technology in 1992.
Max took to it like a duck to water, using his PC to complete work at home with 3D design software and finding various uses for his home computer over the last 21 years.
Most recently, Max has become an avid tablet and mobile phone user, and uses this new wave of technology to communicate with family and friends all around the world.
Max says, “I love that technology allows me to communicate with people all over the world. I’m a big fan of emojis, too – I often use them to make text messaging a bit more fun. I use the camera on my phone all the time when I’m out and about as well.”
And this octogenarian isn’t slowing down anytime soon, giving himself the brand-new Samsung S8 as a little present to help celebrate his 85th birthday.
Max is looking forward to getting his hands on this new piece of tech, “I’m excited to see what it’s like and am always looking at the latest tech advancements and products.”
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