Technology is an integral part of everyone’s live, with smartphones taking up a considerable amount of our time. With so much available at the touch of a button it is unsurprising that people make as much use of it as possible. But what impact has this tech had on everyday life?
Where is it used?
Technological advances have seen radical changes to many walks of life. It has made everything far more interactive, especially when it comes to education. The interactive whiteboards you see in classrooms around the world make it easier for students to get involved, with a range of activities available through the connected computer to give a more diverse way of learning. All these advances helped at the height of the lockdowns, too, as the age of the internet has made it possible to connect with people miles away from you. This was especially helpful when it came to remote learning as it was easier to keep track of where people were up to and made it feel as if you really were in a classroom for a short while.
The benefits
It goes without saying that one of the biggest benefits of modern technology is the ease of access that it provides. It makes it easier to access all of your favorite apps as well as update your social media without too much hassle, regardless of where you are. This can be the same if you are into your online slots as you are free to play when on the move. It is no different with online entertainment as it provides a great way to have a break from the hassle of everyday life and you can even use it to break the monotony of waiting at an airport. Other benefits include;
- Better communication – Everyone is now at the touch of a button and it is possible to have mass group calls
- Can be adapted for those with disabilities – Electronic braille pulses and tools such as zoomtext make it easier for visually impaired people to work
- Better banking capabilities – It is easier to follow your banking to avoid running into financial difficulties
- Everything all in one place – Where else can you find your bank, music and Candy Crush all in the same place?
What it means
All of this means that people are now more reliant that ever on technology as so much of modern life is based on what can be done on a smartphone or a laptop. The average American was spending 3 hours and 30 minutes on their phones in 2019, with that figure expected to surpass 4 hours in 2021. This further illustrates how big a place technology holds in everyday life. How times have changed in the last 20 years!
In short, technology has enriched the lives of people and made them considerably easier. With everything already at the touch of a button, the technological revolution is likely to continue and when it does, everyone will be there, waiting for the next new thing.
