A few small choices during setup make a big difference in how comfortable a streaming device feels for an older relative.
Setting up streaming for an elderly family member is mostly the same process as any other setup, with a few extra choices worth making deliberately to keep things simple.
Remove or hide apps that won't be used, so the only choices visible are ones that matter — see our guide on organizing apps on a home screen.
A universal remote with fewer buttons, or voice search to avoid an on-screen keyboard, can both reduce friction — see our guides on universal remote setup and voice search setup.
A short printed note with the TV input, how to open the app, and how to sign in covers most day-to-day questions without needing a phone call every time.
Our FAQ page and support team are available if something comes up that the notes don't cover.
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