For seniors who mainly do basic tasks, I recommend the HP Pavilion 15 or Lenovo IdeaPad 3. These laptops run Windows, which your parent may already be familiar with. They offer:

• Large, clear 15.6" screens
• Good battery life (8+ hours)
• Simple layouts
• Sturdy build quality
• Reasonable price ($400-600)

I'd avoid Chromebooks since the different interface might confuse someone who's used to Windows. The HP and Lenovo models mentioned have large keyboards and touchpads, making them easier to use for seniors.

I recently helped my mom (78) pick out a laptop and went with the ASUS VivoBook 15. The screen is nice and large at 15.6 inches, which really helps with readability. The keyboard has good-sized keys with decent spacing, and it's not too heavy at around 4 lbs. She mainly uses it for email, video calls with grandkids, and browsing, and it handles all that perfectly. The touchpad is responsive but not overly sensitive. Highly recommend!

Don't overlook refurbished business laptops! I got my aunt a refurbished ThinkPad E15 for about $400. These business machines are built to last, have excellent keyboards, and often come with Windows 11 Pro. The build quality is way better than most consumer laptops in the same price range. Just make sure to buy from a reputable seller with a warranty.

For seniors, I always suggest focusing on simplicity over specs. Look for laptops with:

• Larger text/icons (or easy ability to increase them)
• Physical mouse included (touchpads can be frustrating)
• Good customer support
• Minimal bloatware
  I've had great luck with basic Dell Inspiron models. They're reliable, affordable, and Dell's phone support is pretty decent when you need help.

Facts.

lenovo with 16 gb ram is a good choice.

Just a get used or refurbished MacBook Air.