Holiday Connections: Using Tech to Stay Close from Afar

The holidays are all about being together... sharing laughter, memories, and a few too many cookies. But when miles separate family and friends, technology steps in to help bridge the distance.

From virtual dinners to shared playlists and video calls with loved ones, broadband keeps the spirit of the season alive no matter where “home” happens to be.

• Face-to-Face, Even From States Away

• Nothing beats seeing familiar faces even through a screen. Apps like Zoom, FaceTime, and Google Meet make it easy to catch up, share stories, or unwrap gifts together in real time. With strong, reliable Internet, there’s no freezing frames or dropped calls, just smiles that feel a little closer.

• Share the Moments That Matter

• Family photo albums have gone digital. Use shared photo platforms like Google Photos or iCloud to upload snapshots of your holiday festivities. Grandparents, cousins, and friends can comment, react, and feel like they’re right there beside you. Or, buy a digital frame (like the Aura Frame) that you can upload photos to from your phone.

• Stream Together, Apart

• Movie nights don’t have to end just because you’re in different time zones. Try streaming party apps like Teleparty or Scener to watch your favorite classics at the same time complete with real-time reactions and holiday cheer.

• Stay Connected All Year Long

• This season, broadband does more than power devices, it powers connection. Whether you’re sending a simple “I miss you” text or hosting a full-on virtual gathering, your Internet makes togetherness possible.

Because no matter the miles between us, connection is the greatest gift of all.