Technology? The Kids Aren't Impressed

You would think that that teenagers are the most avid technology supporters and users but a survey by the Intel Innovation Barometer disproves that theory. In their study, they surveyed 12,000 adults from Brazil, China, France, India, Indonesia, Japan, and the United States and found that 61 % of 18-24 year olds believe that it is making people less human. This same age group, however, believes that technology may be the key to solving many global issues. This study showed that its actually older, middle-aged women who are technology’s biggest fans.

Dr. Genevieve Bell, anthropologist and director at Intel Labs, says that the reason that young adults believe that society has become too reliant on technology is due to the fact that they think it is too burdensome and would like to to do more for them. Thirty-six percent of this age group want technology to better anticipate their needs. Bell gathered that teen’s willingness to share data and information is in hope that it will help to improve future experiences.

On the flip side, this study showed that women over 45 believe that technology makes people more human by deepening their relationships. Surprisingly enough, women in less developed countries think that we need to use technology more. Historically, women have been avid users of technology because it streamlines life, so to speak, with the different platforms to create schedules and reminders, and to keep us connected.

Something that both age groups can agree on is the positive roles that technology can potentially play in the future of education, transportation, and healthcare.

Would you agree with the findings of this study?

Written by: Tamara Carter Dolphin Tech LLC.
Sources: NY Daily News http://www.nydailynews.com/life-style/youth-turn-backs-technology-article-1.1489729