Holiday Classics That Wouldn’t Work in 2024 Thanks to Modern Tech

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Movies like Home Alone, Elf, Christmas Vacation and The Santa Clause are staples in many households, but what if modern technology had been available? Could some character conundrums been avoided with the help of today’s gadgets?

Here’s how the latest tech could alter the plots of four timeless holiday movies. From tracking whereabouts to simplifying holiday preparations, these films would be much different in 2024. 

1. Christmas Vacation: Streamlined Holiday Lights

Clark Griswold’s obsession with creating the ultimate Christmas light display is admirable; however, his efforts led to tangled cords and power outages. Today, Griswold’s outdoor decorating would have been a breeze with the right tools.

Using a Google Pixel smartphone and Wemo WiFi Smart Plugs, Griswold could have automated his display. Additionally, if Clark had fallen, a Google Pixel Watch 3 could have detected the impact and alerted emergency services, potentially preventing a major mishap.

2. Elf: Navigating New York City With Ease

Buddy certainly would have had a smoother trip to New York City and fixed Santa’s sleigh on time if he’d had the Apple gift bundle. With the iPhone 16 Pro, Buddy could have used Maps to navigate to The Big Apple, as well as utilized AI to search for an appropriate gift for his dad. Plus, with the Apple Watch, he could have had real-time notifications that Santa was heading for NYC and be aware of any changes to his route.

3. Home Alone: Tracking Kevin in Real Time

In Home Alone, Kevin McCallister’s parents forget him on their trip, leading to a series of frantic and comedic events. In 2024, with the Verizon Gizmo Watch 3, ranked the best smartwatch for kids by Forbes, Kevin’s mom could have monitored his location in real time via the Verizon Family App, saving her a lot of panic. With the Gizmo Watch, Kevin also could have immediately contacted his family, keeping everyone informed and safe.

4. The Santa Clause: Preventing Exhaustion

In The Santa Clause, Santa was exhausted after a long night of toy delivery. Tech could have helped him avoid that. With the Ultrahuman Ring AIR, Santa could’ve tracked his sleep index, cardio age and overall health to make sure he was in peak condition for the big night. This would have helped him prepare for his journey and feel well rested before, during and after.

The Takeaway: How Technology Could Have Improved Classic Holiday Films

In a world where smart devices can solve so many problems, many moments that have become part of holiday film lore would likely have been avoided in 2024.

As you settle in to watch these classic holiday films this season, it’s fun to imagine how technology could have transformed the plots. After all, who needs to face holiday chaos when the right tools are just a tap away? For more information on the latest tech gadgets featured in these scenarios, visit verizon.com/holidaymediahub or stop by a local Verizon store.