Aura Aspen: The digital photo frame that finally makes sharing easy for grandparents
The Aura Aspen 12-inch digital photo frame (approx. 11.8–12″, 1600×1200 anti-glare HD) is designed for simple, beautiful photo sharing. Its native iCloud and Google Photos sync make it ideal for iPhone users who want to keep grandparents updated without technical headaches. Current price is around €249 when bought from the manufacturer or retailers.
Key specs
- Screen: ~12-inch HD anti-glare display (1600 × 1200)
- Orientation: portrait & landscape
- Connectivity: Wi‑Fi, iCloud Photos & Google Photos support
- Extras: paper-like mat, auto on/off, touch controls, built-in speaker
Why it’s great for grandparents
Syncing directly with iCloud means family members can push photos from their iPhones to the frame without the recipient needing to manage uploads. The high-res, anti-glare screen and simple setup reduce the usual pain points for older users.
Buy it
Amazon (US, affiliate): Aura Aspen on Amazon
Manufacturer: AuraFrames — Aspen
Setup tips
- Enable iCloud Photos on the sender’s iPhone and invite the frame to the shared album or connect the frame to the same iCloud account as needed.
- Place the frame where it avoids direct sunlight to keep images crisp on the anti‑glare display.
- Use portrait mode for single-photo displays and connect to Wi‑Fi prior to gifting to pre-load photos.
Call to action
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Info compiled from manufacturer pages and recent product listings/reviews.