Queen Elizabeth: The Surprisingly Tech-Savvy Monarch

At 91 years old, Queen Elizabeth isn’t just a symbol of tradition and history—she’s also keeping up with the times. You might be surprised to learn that this royal isn’t just aware of what’s cool these days—she’s actually diving headfirst into technology. Believe it or not, she’s more tech-savvy than you’d expect from someone who grew up in an era without smartphones or the internet.

Skyping with the Grandkids: A Modern Grandma

It turns out that Queen Elizabeth uses Skype to stay in touch with her grandkids, including Zara Tindall. Now, picture this: a woman who’s witnessed over nine decades of history, sitting in front of a computer screen, catching up with her family via video call. According to Yvonne Browne, the vice president of the Women’s Institute, “She’s very much in the modern world, and as most grandparents know, if they want to keep in touch with their families these days, that’s what they have to do!” It’s a reminder that even royalty isn’t immune to the conveniences of modern technology.

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Queen Elizabeth’s Digital Journey Began Way Earlier Than You Think

Here’s something that might blow your mind: Queen Elizabeth was on the internet way before it was cool. Back in 1976, she sent her very first email during an event at an army base. That’s right—long before the internet became a household staple, the Queen was already getting her feet wet in the digital world. Peter Kirstein set up the account for her, giving her the username HME2. She became the first monarch to send an email, and honestly, she was way ahead of the curve! Twenty years later, she launched www.royal.gov.uk, which saw its first major update in 2009. Talk about staying relevant!

Queen Elizabeth’s Social Media Debut

Now, let’s talk about social media. Queen Elizabeth didn’t just stop at email—she’s fully embraced platforms like Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram. In 2014, she sent her first tweet via the royal family account. Can you imagine the excitement that must’ve sparked? She wrote, “It is a pleasure to open the Information Age exhibition today at the @ScienceMuseum and I hope people will enjoy visiting. Elizabeth R.” Pretty cool, right?

But her digital presence didn’t start there. Way back in 2007, she launched a YouTube channel, and if you’re anything like us, you’re probably already planning to binge-watch every single video. The royal family then joined Facebook and Flickr in 2010, and in 2013, they launched an Instagram account. These platforms give us a peek into their world, sharing special moments and updates. Keep it coming, Elizabeth—we’re all ears (and eyes)!

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