Smartphones have made our lives easier as anytime we can talk to any person; get the latest information and numerous tasks. These devices have made us completely dependent on them and because of their absence, we might feel helpless.
The document discusses different topics related to smart phones including statistical data on usage, effects of smart phones, and research findings. It provides usage statistics showing that 48% use smart phones for business and 52% for personal use, with the 18-24 age group using them the most at 29% on average. Research findings discussed include that smart phones can help or hurt productivity and that while useful, addiction is a major concern according to some studies. The conclusion is that while smart phones have disadvantages like addiction when overused, they are very useful tools and can make tasks more efficient when used properly.
Smartphones are mobile phones that provide more computing power and connectivity beyond basic calling and texting. They combine camera phones and personal digital assistants. It is estimated that by 2014, over 1 billion people worldwide will use smartphones, including 45 million users in the US in 2011 and increased usage in China by 42% since 2009. While smartphones increase productivity and convenience by providing internet access, calendars, and social networks on the go, they can also make people anti-social and be expensive to purchase and repair. Common smartphone users include business professionals, students who can afford them, and most people aged 13 to 50+.
Smartphones have become very popular globally due to their multifunctional nature and ability to help people stay connected. Statistics show smartphone sales are growing rapidly, with over 500 million expected to be sold in 2012. Research has found that students who use smartphones in school performed better on exams, likely due to increased access to educational resources. Smartphones allow people to work flexibly from any location.
The document discusses people's reliance on smartphones and how technology has changed behaviors. It notes that phones are used for many daily activities like reading books, watching TV, social media, shopping, photos, music and more. However, it also suggests that excessive smartphone use can negatively impact mental health and social relationships. The document questions whether technology changed society or if society changed technology, and leaves the reader contemplating the balance between the benefits and drawbacks of smartphones.
Smart phones have advantages and disadvantages for communication and education, though not all users utilize them appropriately. While smart phones enhance lifestyles with fast internet and connectivity, they also expose users to illegal or inappropriate content online. Research has shown that smart phones can influence education negatively if overused for non-educational purposes, as well as make communication more convenient in professional settings. In conclusion, smart phones impact users both positively and negatively.
The document discusses how technology has changed our lives. It notes that over 1 billion people use Android devices, over 500 million use Apple iOS devices, and there are around 7.2 billion computer users globally. It outlines both positive and negative impacts of technology. Positively, it has provided unlimited access to information, simplified communication through email and messaging services, and increased labor productivity. Negatively, it has led to computer addiction for some and influence on health like musculoskeletal and vision problems from extensive computer use.
The document discusses different topics related to smart phones including statistical data on usage, effects of smart phones, and research findings. It provides usage statistics showing that 48% use smart phones for business and 52% for personal use, with the 18-24 age group using them the most at 29% on average. Research findings discussed include that smart phones can help or hurt productivity and that while useful, addiction is a major concern according to some studies. The conclusion is that while smart phones have disadvantages like addiction when overused, they are very useful tools and can make tasks more efficient when used properly.
Smartphones are mobile phones that provide more computing power and connectivity beyond basic calling and texting. They combine camera phones and personal digital assistants. It is estimated that by 2014, over 1 billion people worldwide will use smartphones, including 45 million users in the US in 2011 and increased usage in China by 42% since 2009. While smartphones increase productivity and convenience by providing internet access, calendars, and social networks on the go, they can also make people anti-social and be expensive to purchase and repair. Common smartphone users include business professionals, students who can afford them, and most people aged 13 to 50+.
Smartphones have become very popular globally due to their multifunctional nature and ability to help people stay connected. Statistics show smartphone sales are growing rapidly, with over 500 million expected to be sold in 2012. Research has found that students who use smartphones in school performed better on exams, likely due to increased access to educational resources. Smartphones allow people to work flexibly from any location.
The document discusses people's reliance on smartphones and how technology has changed behaviors. It notes that phones are used for many daily activities like reading books, watching TV, social media, shopping, photos, music and more. However, it also suggests that excessive smartphone use can negatively impact mental health and social relationships. The document questions whether technology changed society or if society changed technology, and leaves the reader contemplating the balance between the benefits and drawbacks of smartphones.
Smart phones have advantages and disadvantages for communication and education, though not all users utilize them appropriately. While smart phones enhance lifestyles with fast internet and connectivity, they also expose users to illegal or inappropriate content online. Research has shown that smart phones can influence education negatively if overused for non-educational purposes, as well as make communication more convenient in professional settings. In conclusion, smart phones impact users both positively and negatively.
The document discusses how technology has changed our lives. It notes that over 1 billion people use Android devices, over 500 million use Apple iOS devices, and there are around 7.2 billion computer users globally. It outlines both positive and negative impacts of technology. Positively, it has provided unlimited access to information, simplified communication through email and messaging services, and increased labor productivity. Negatively, it has led to computer addiction for some and influence on health like musculoskeletal and vision problems from extensive computer use.
This document discusses smart phones, who uses them, and their advantages and disadvantages. It notes that smart phones integrate PDA and mobile phone functions, and are used for tasks like financial transactions, education, manufacturing, professional services, medicine, and recreation. Some advantages are organization, access to information and company data, communication and multimedia. Disadvantages include limited text entry, smaller screens, and reliance on carrier coverage. The conclusion states that smart phones have become lifestyle devices that provide constant internet access, allowing users to multitask on the go.
This document discusses the effects of smartphones in the workplace, education, and social engagement. It finds that smartphones have positively impacted productivity in the workplace by allowing constant access to clients and colleagues. In education, smartphones provide constant access to information for students and teachers. Socially, smartphones have accelerated social media usage and provide entertainment even in short waiting periods. The conclusion is that smartphones are essential in the modern world and have more positive impacts than negative ones in terms of productivity, education, and social engagement.
The document discusses smart phones and their effects. It first provides examples of the features of smart phones. It then discusses research done on smart phone usage in situations like meetings, classes, public transportation, and lines. The research found high percentages of people using their phones in these contexts. The document concludes that while smart phones have benefits like efficiency, overuse can reduce productivity in areas like work, education, and social engagement. However, it also notes their pros and cons depend on the individual.
My Flip book's mentioned how bad can the addiction of smart phone harm or distract a person. I had used 10 pages light color for introducing how people using smart phones nowadays. And I dim the color down until it is a black and white pictures, because I just wanted to show that, the longer looking at the screen, the longer you can't see the color of the sky, the mountain, the water and the rainbow. At the end, i pull the color back up to light, happy color. Just wanted to send a message to those who are still addicting with their smartphones and not looking things around them, I really want them to try. The real world is amazing that our little small world in the phone can not even compare.
Smartphones provide the functionality of mobile phones and computers. They have advanced features like navigation, cameras, apps, and more. While initially used mainly for business due to high costs, smartphones became popular after Apple's 2007 launch focusing on general public. Android has the largest market share currently. Smartphones impact business positively through apps and internet usage, but negatively through reduced PC sales. They positively enable education and health information access but can distract students and cause eye strain. While social networking and games benefit users, addiction and overuse can negatively impact health, education, and social interaction. Strong policies are needed to ensure proper smartphone use.
The document discusses smartphone addiction, its symptoms, and potential solutions. Smartphone addiction is real, with statistics showing that people frequently use their phones during activities like showering or driving. Symptoms of addiction include constantly checking the phone, feeling anxious without it, and talking on the phone more than to actual people. Suggested solutions are to acknowledge the addiction, avoid phone use while driving or in the bathroom, stop using the phone right before bed, and try leaving it at home sometimes.
This document discusses the negative effects of internet addiction among youth in India. It provides statistics showing high internet usage in India. It then discusses the neurobiological factors that can contribute to internet addiction, such as the role of dopamine in creating feelings of pleasure and addiction. Case studies are presented showing common physical, emotional, and social symptoms of internet addiction, such as depression, social isolation, and poor academic performance. Risk factors for youth include easy access to technology and lack of emotional support. The document analyzes how internet addiction can be linked to other psychiatric disorders and negatively impact brain development.
The document provides an overview of the history and development of smartphones and mobile apps. It discusses:
1) How smartphones evolved from basic mobile phones by combining telephone capabilities with operating systems and additional features.
2) How modern smartphones integrate features of computers, media players, cameras and more through touchscreens and third-party apps.
3) The rise of Android and iOS as the dominant mobile operating systems, powering over 90% of smartphones.
4) How apps have become small, specialized programs that users can download to access a wide range of functions on their mobile devices.
This document discusses how smart phones affect daily life. It defines smart phones as phones with advanced computing abilities like keyboards, web access, operating systems, and messaging capabilities. The advantages of smart phones include their multifunctionality and ease of communication and internet access. Disadvantages include cost, complexity, and potential to reduce productivity through excessive phone use. The document also examines effects of smart phones on productivity, communication, and education through both positive and negative impacts like distraction and overuse of social media. It provides some statistics on phone addiction and phone use for news.
The document discusses the evolution and revolution of mobile phones from their inception to modern smartphones. It begins with a definition of mobile phones and their basic capabilities. It then traces the evolution of mobile phone technology over time, from early bulky cellular phones to modern smartphones that can perform a wide variety of functions. Finally, it discusses how mobile phones have revolutionized communication through constant improvements in features, design, and new mobile operating systems.
This document discusses several ways that smartphones and social media negatively impact society. It notes that smartphones can break up families by replacing intimate interactions with texting. Social media addiction is described as ignoring responsibilities for online activities. The dangers of texting while driving, like increased accident risks, are covered. Smartphones are seen as disruptive in schools when they ring in class or distract students from work. Cyberbullying and cheating using phones in schools is also addressed. The productivity losses to businesses from employee social media use at work are estimated at $2.25 billion annually. Finally, the rise of online sexual predators targeting children on social media is examined.
According to safety guidelines from the International Association of Oil & Gas Producers, there are 10 questions that should be addressed before conducting any lifting or hoisting to ensure it is done safely: these include verifying that all involved understand lifting procedures, have received safety briefings, inspecting equipment for certification and working order, designating a lift supervisor, confirming all are competent and aware of tasks, having an approved lift plan, and establishing clear communication.
Social networking has grown tremendously in popularity since the 1990s with the introduction of sites like Geocities, Friendster, and Facebook. It allows for fast and low-cost communication between friends and family and helps people make new connections. However, overuse of social media can also lead to negative consequences like psychological disorders, eye strain, insomnia, and the inability to think independently. While social networking provides benefits in strengthening relationships and finding jobs or partners, private information is at risk of being shared publicly without consent. Overall, social media can be positively or negatively impacted based on how an individual chooses to use these platforms.
Problems of Well-Being - Technology disadvantages and advantages in our societyKole Turpin
The document discusses some of the negative effects of technology on society. It notes that people now communicate more through electronics than in person, and spend too much time on electronics. This can make people more anti-social. Technology is also enabling cyberbullying. Additionally, overuse of technology is negatively impacting people's communication skills, writing skills, and patience.
Smartphones can be used like laptops and allow users to take photos, listen to music, and communicate from anywhere. However, overuse of smartphones can negatively impact users' communication skills and increase loneliness. Teenagers and shy people in particular may become more reliant on their phones and less likely to communicate in person. Excessive smartphone use has also been linked to headaches and relationship difficulties. While smartphones continue to advance, their overuse risks reducing face-to-face social interaction.
A survey was conducted of primary school students in Belica, Croatia about their media usage habits and perceptions of media violence. The majority of students spent 1-2 hours on Facebook per day and did not know all their Facebook friends. Most students' parents did not restrict or monitor their internet usage. YouTube and games were identified as the most used websites. Regarding media content, students preferred cartoons and soap operas to other genres. While most students felt there was too much violence in media, only about half thought this increased aggression. On average, students reported being exposed to 1-5 acts of media violence per day.
usage of mobile phone, facts, usage of cellphone while driving, its problem and solution, usage of cellphone in educational institution and its effect on kids. thus also include related videos.
Social media has both positive and negative powers for teenagers and society. Positively, it enhances creativity and learning, provides health information, and empowers political and nonprofit causes. However, it can also negatively influence through cyberbullying, overemphasis on online over real-world interaction, and groups like ISIS using it for radicalization. Both opportunities and risks exist in how social media shapes relationships and buying behaviors. Overall moderation and balance are important to harness its benefits while avoiding potential dangers.
Technology has significantly changed the way we learn, bank, shop, travel, and communicate. Education has transitioned from solely using books and writing utensils to incorporating laptops and keyboards. Banking has evolved from paper to plastic cards and now allows online access to accounts and bill payment. Shopping enables browsing and purchasing from home computers. Communication devices like cell phones and tablets have largely replaced traditional house phones.
The company decided to go green for a week by not using cell phones. Initially, people noticed a lack of unnecessary conversations but had to plan activities more. Without phones to contact friends and family, freedom and flexibility were reduced. While unnecessary conversations decreased, people did not adapt well to lack of contact ability. Three employees shared going without phones: one found it difficult due to distractions but finished work faster; one said it was relaxing but hard to coordinate; and one said it freed up time which had to be filled in other ways. In conclusion, living without technology is possible but not easy, and most were able to complete the green challenge.
This document summarizes interviews conducted about personal technology use. For both adults and teenagers, general questions were asked about daily mobile phone and weekly internet use. Additional questions addressed how digital habits impact activities like homework, reading, and socializing. Both groups acknowledged benefits of online access to information but also recognized potential negative effects like distraction and reduced physical activity. While most felt addicted to technology, opinions varied on control and moderation of use between genders and age groups. Overall, the interviews revealed awareness of both upsides and downsides of pervasive digital presence in modern life.
This document discusses smart phones, who uses them, and their advantages and disadvantages. It notes that smart phones integrate PDA and mobile phone functions, and are used for tasks like financial transactions, education, manufacturing, professional services, medicine, and recreation. Some advantages are organization, access to information and company data, communication and multimedia. Disadvantages include limited text entry, smaller screens, and reliance on carrier coverage. The conclusion states that smart phones have become lifestyle devices that provide constant internet access, allowing users to multitask on the go.
This document discusses the effects of smartphones in the workplace, education, and social engagement. It finds that smartphones have positively impacted productivity in the workplace by allowing constant access to clients and colleagues. In education, smartphones provide constant access to information for students and teachers. Socially, smartphones have accelerated social media usage and provide entertainment even in short waiting periods. The conclusion is that smartphones are essential in the modern world and have more positive impacts than negative ones in terms of productivity, education, and social engagement.
The document discusses smart phones and their effects. It first provides examples of the features of smart phones. It then discusses research done on smart phone usage in situations like meetings, classes, public transportation, and lines. The research found high percentages of people using their phones in these contexts. The document concludes that while smart phones have benefits like efficiency, overuse can reduce productivity in areas like work, education, and social engagement. However, it also notes their pros and cons depend on the individual.
My Flip book's mentioned how bad can the addiction of smart phone harm or distract a person. I had used 10 pages light color for introducing how people using smart phones nowadays. And I dim the color down until it is a black and white pictures, because I just wanted to show that, the longer looking at the screen, the longer you can't see the color of the sky, the mountain, the water and the rainbow. At the end, i pull the color back up to light, happy color. Just wanted to send a message to those who are still addicting with their smartphones and not looking things around them, I really want them to try. The real world is amazing that our little small world in the phone can not even compare.
Smartphones provide the functionality of mobile phones and computers. They have advanced features like navigation, cameras, apps, and more. While initially used mainly for business due to high costs, smartphones became popular after Apple's 2007 launch focusing on general public. Android has the largest market share currently. Smartphones impact business positively through apps and internet usage, but negatively through reduced PC sales. They positively enable education and health information access but can distract students and cause eye strain. While social networking and games benefit users, addiction and overuse can negatively impact health, education, and social interaction. Strong policies are needed to ensure proper smartphone use.
The document discusses smartphone addiction, its symptoms, and potential solutions. Smartphone addiction is real, with statistics showing that people frequently use their phones during activities like showering or driving. Symptoms of addiction include constantly checking the phone, feeling anxious without it, and talking on the phone more than to actual people. Suggested solutions are to acknowledge the addiction, avoid phone use while driving or in the bathroom, stop using the phone right before bed, and try leaving it at home sometimes.
This document discusses the negative effects of internet addiction among youth in India. It provides statistics showing high internet usage in India. It then discusses the neurobiological factors that can contribute to internet addiction, such as the role of dopamine in creating feelings of pleasure and addiction. Case studies are presented showing common physical, emotional, and social symptoms of internet addiction, such as depression, social isolation, and poor academic performance. Risk factors for youth include easy access to technology and lack of emotional support. The document analyzes how internet addiction can be linked to other psychiatric disorders and negatively impact brain development.
The document provides an overview of the history and development of smartphones and mobile apps. It discusses:
1) How smartphones evolved from basic mobile phones by combining telephone capabilities with operating systems and additional features.
2) How modern smartphones integrate features of computers, media players, cameras and more through touchscreens and third-party apps.
3) The rise of Android and iOS as the dominant mobile operating systems, powering over 90% of smartphones.
4) How apps have become small, specialized programs that users can download to access a wide range of functions on their mobile devices.
This document discusses how smart phones affect daily life. It defines smart phones as phones with advanced computing abilities like keyboards, web access, operating systems, and messaging capabilities. The advantages of smart phones include their multifunctionality and ease of communication and internet access. Disadvantages include cost, complexity, and potential to reduce productivity through excessive phone use. The document also examines effects of smart phones on productivity, communication, and education through both positive and negative impacts like distraction and overuse of social media. It provides some statistics on phone addiction and phone use for news.
The document discusses the evolution and revolution of mobile phones from their inception to modern smartphones. It begins with a definition of mobile phones and their basic capabilities. It then traces the evolution of mobile phone technology over time, from early bulky cellular phones to modern smartphones that can perform a wide variety of functions. Finally, it discusses how mobile phones have revolutionized communication through constant improvements in features, design, and new mobile operating systems.
This document discusses several ways that smartphones and social media negatively impact society. It notes that smartphones can break up families by replacing intimate interactions with texting. Social media addiction is described as ignoring responsibilities for online activities. The dangers of texting while driving, like increased accident risks, are covered. Smartphones are seen as disruptive in schools when they ring in class or distract students from work. Cyberbullying and cheating using phones in schools is also addressed. The productivity losses to businesses from employee social media use at work are estimated at $2.25 billion annually. Finally, the rise of online sexual predators targeting children on social media is examined.
According to safety guidelines from the International Association of Oil & Gas Producers, there are 10 questions that should be addressed before conducting any lifting or hoisting to ensure it is done safely: these include verifying that all involved understand lifting procedures, have received safety briefings, inspecting equipment for certification and working order, designating a lift supervisor, confirming all are competent and aware of tasks, having an approved lift plan, and establishing clear communication.
Social networking has grown tremendously in popularity since the 1990s with the introduction of sites like Geocities, Friendster, and Facebook. It allows for fast and low-cost communication between friends and family and helps people make new connections. However, overuse of social media can also lead to negative consequences like psychological disorders, eye strain, insomnia, and the inability to think independently. While social networking provides benefits in strengthening relationships and finding jobs or partners, private information is at risk of being shared publicly without consent. Overall, social media can be positively or negatively impacted based on how an individual chooses to use these platforms.
Problems of Well-Being - Technology disadvantages and advantages in our societyKole Turpin
The document discusses some of the negative effects of technology on society. It notes that people now communicate more through electronics than in person, and spend too much time on electronics. This can make people more anti-social. Technology is also enabling cyberbullying. Additionally, overuse of technology is negatively impacting people's communication skills, writing skills, and patience.
Smartphones can be used like laptops and allow users to take photos, listen to music, and communicate from anywhere. However, overuse of smartphones can negatively impact users' communication skills and increase loneliness. Teenagers and shy people in particular may become more reliant on their phones and less likely to communicate in person. Excessive smartphone use has also been linked to headaches and relationship difficulties. While smartphones continue to advance, their overuse risks reducing face-to-face social interaction.
A survey was conducted of primary school students in Belica, Croatia about their media usage habits and perceptions of media violence. The majority of students spent 1-2 hours on Facebook per day and did not know all their Facebook friends. Most students' parents did not restrict or monitor their internet usage. YouTube and games were identified as the most used websites. Regarding media content, students preferred cartoons and soap operas to other genres. While most students felt there was too much violence in media, only about half thought this increased aggression. On average, students reported being exposed to 1-5 acts of media violence per day.
usage of mobile phone, facts, usage of cellphone while driving, its problem and solution, usage of cellphone in educational institution and its effect on kids. thus also include related videos.
Social media has both positive and negative powers for teenagers and society. Positively, it enhances creativity and learning, provides health information, and empowers political and nonprofit causes. However, it can also negatively influence through cyberbullying, overemphasis on online over real-world interaction, and groups like ISIS using it for radicalization. Both opportunities and risks exist in how social media shapes relationships and buying behaviors. Overall moderation and balance are important to harness its benefits while avoiding potential dangers.
Technology has significantly changed the way we learn, bank, shop, travel, and communicate. Education has transitioned from solely using books and writing utensils to incorporating laptops and keyboards. Banking has evolved from paper to plastic cards and now allows online access to accounts and bill payment. Shopping enables browsing and purchasing from home computers. Communication devices like cell phones and tablets have largely replaced traditional house phones.
The company decided to go green for a week by not using cell phones. Initially, people noticed a lack of unnecessary conversations but had to plan activities more. Without phones to contact friends and family, freedom and flexibility were reduced. While unnecessary conversations decreased, people did not adapt well to lack of contact ability. Three employees shared going without phones: one found it difficult due to distractions but finished work faster; one said it was relaxing but hard to coordinate; and one said it freed up time which had to be filled in other ways. In conclusion, living without technology is possible but not easy, and most were able to complete the green challenge.
This document summarizes interviews conducted about personal technology use. For both adults and teenagers, general questions were asked about daily mobile phone and weekly internet use. Additional questions addressed how digital habits impact activities like homework, reading, and socializing. Both groups acknowledged benefits of online access to information but also recognized potential negative effects like distraction and reduced physical activity. While most felt addicted to technology, opinions varied on control and moderation of use between genders and age groups. Overall, the interviews revealed awareness of both upsides and downsides of pervasive digital presence in modern life.
The document discusses the pros and cons of cell phone use. On the plus side, cell phones allow users to communicate with others even in difficult situations, share photos on social media, listen to music anywhere, call friends and family abroad more easily than postal mail, access the internet for tasks like homework, and use many helpful apps. However, cell phone overuse can be addictive and bad for health, they can enable fraud and require continuous credit, service can be unreliable with lack of signal sometimes, and phones are fragile and expensive if damaged. Overall though, the document argues that for most people the benefits of cell phones outweigh the drawbacks, as they facilitate fast and beneficial communication for work and life in the modern world.
The document discusses why smartphones are the author's favorite technology product. It provides several reasons for their popularity, including their ability to enhance daily routines through organization, information access, flexible working, constant connectivity, better information sharing, greater functionality, faster communication, and endless applications through various apps. The author highlights features like GPS navigation, camera, music player, document editing, and additional apps as changing the way people interact beyond basic calling. Smartphones are seen as an essential part of modern life, with their growing capabilities and integration into personal and professional realms.
This document presents the advantages and disadvantages of cell phones. It begins by providing some history on communication methods prior to cell phones. It then lists many advantages of cell phones such as portability, ability to contact others conveniently, and inclusion of features like cameras, music players, and internet access. However, it also outlines disadvantages like potential health issues from electromagnetic waves, distraction from studies/work, and lack of face-to-face communication. It concludes by suggesting managing mobile phone time reasonably and increasing awareness of their disadvantages.
A new COVID-19 pandemic has been sweeping the world. Now, many people have had to stay home from school or work. Studies show that most people use their smartphones an average of 80-150 times a day. We are all addicted to our phones, and if you don’t keep them in check, there may be serious repercussions.
This document contains responses from several individuals regarding their digital habits and opinions on teenagers' use of technology. Some of the respondents express that while technology can be useful, excessive use can negatively impact health, social life, and academics. One respondent says she spends 3-4 hours daily on the internet as a doctor but advises limiting use to avoid eye strain. Another says her children are only allowed internet access with permission and for projects, to avoid distracting from their studies. Teenagers acknowledge technology can interfere with homework but also feel connected through communication apps. Overall, the responses discuss both benefits and drawbacks of technology use.
A lifestyle without modern gadgets would require much more time and effort, as simple tasks like listening to music would involve carrying around bulky stereo equipment rather than using portable mp3 players. While gadgets make life easier and more enjoyable, many people have become addicted to social media and are losing important human qualities as a result of overusing technology. Additionally, gadgets have changed societal morals as well as minds over time, shifting from useful tools to daily necessities in modern life.
The document contains a lesson plan for an English proficiency B1 level course with various speaking, listening, and reading exercises and tasks.
In the speaking section, there are role-plays asking students to answer questions about topics like shopping habits, festivals in Vietnam, uses of technology, hometowns, education plans, hobbies and daily routines.
The listening section provides audio passages for students to answer multiple choice comprehension questions about short dialogues on everyday topics.
Finally, the reading section introduces exercises for students to read short texts and choose the best sentence summarizing the content.
This document discusses how digital technology is consumed nowadays through connectivity, convergence, interactivity, and personalization. Connectivity refers to the ability to exchange information electronically. Convergence links technologies and media content, such as using a camera to record a movie. Interactivity involves media products based on digital, computer-based systems that allow near-instant communication like social media on smartphones. Personalization adapts interfaces to individual preferences, like customizing a blog or username.
The document discusses several negative effects of cell phone addiction among students, including a waste of time and money playing games, a decrease in attention and focus on studies, and health issues from excessive screen time like digital eyestrain. It also notes potential impacts like a lack of outdoor activities and hobbies, aggressive behaviors from overstimulation, and accidents from distracted driving. However, it mentions some educational uses of technology like YouTube videos, WhatsApp groups, and smart classes that can positively support learning.
Bethan realized she may have a problem with Facebook addiction after logging on every day for chats and updates, having multiple conversations at once, yet forgetting a real-life plan. She decided to quit Facebook for a week. At first, friends demanded to know why she left and she wondered what they discussed. However, she focused better on homework, had more TV time, and spoke to friends at school. In the end, she reactivated her account but will reduce time spent on it.
Bethan realized she may have a problem with Facebook addiction after logging on every day to chat with friends, upload photos, and update her profile, and forgetting a real-life plan to meet a friend because she was online. When she decided to stop using Facebook, her friends demanded to know why she left and she had a difficult time resisting the urge to log back on. However, after a week away from Facebook, Bethan found she was better able to focus on homework and had more free time, and reactivated her account with a plan to use it less in the future.
Mobile phones provide several advantages for students such as keeping in contact with parents, communicating with friends about missed classes, and using in emergency situations. However, overuse of mobile phones can lead to issues like addiction, lack of sleep, and distraction from studies. Playing games excessively on mobile phones can negatively impact a student's academics. While mobile phones are useful, they must be used properly and in moderation to avoid potential downsides.
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Mobile phones provide several advantages for students such as keeping them in contact with parents, communicating with friends about missed classes, and using in emergency situations. However, overuse of mobile phones can lead to issues like addiction, lack of sleep, and distraction from studies. Playing games excessively on mobile phones can negatively impact a student's education if not limited and balanced with other activities. While mobile phones are useful, they must be used properly and sensibly to avoid potential downsides.
This document discusses various aspects of digital technology consumption. It begins by defining key concepts like connectivity, convergence, interactivity and personalization. It then discusses how people consume digital technology in different ways, such as for work, fun or on a daily basis. Examples are given of how people use technology to communicate with others remotely through apps. Interviews are presented with the respondent's family members discussing their use of digital devices and apps. The advantages and disadvantages of immediacy, access, convenience, portability and connectivity are then explored.
Although physical distance and parenting differences can come between grandparents, their children, and their grandchildren, encouraging a close relationship can benefit everyone involved.
This document discusses internet addiction, including what it is, types of internet addiction, signs and symptoms, how it can be treated, how extreme internet use can affect people, and ways to prevent internet addiction. Specifically, it defines internet addiction as a compulsive urge to continually use the internet for activities like surfing, chatting, or playing games. It identifies several types of internet addiction and lists 20 potential signs and symptoms. It also provides questions to self-assess risk of addiction and recommends setting time limits, finding offline hobbies, prioritizing responsibilities, and getting social support to manage excessive internet use.
Smartphones can negatively impact teenagers' family relationships, social engagement, and education. They may speak less with family members as smartphone use replaces face-to-face communication. Students may get distracted from homework by exploring the internet, games, videos, and music on their phones. Overuse of smartphones can destroy family communication and social skills as people prefer interacting through phones instead of in person. Setting limits on daily smartphone use and finding other hobbies can help address these issues.
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The document discusses how the generational gap between parents and their high school aged children makes it difficult for parents to understand and help with the modern educational system, as there are new techniques, a focus on career and college preparation, and 30 years separating the experiences; this tension is illustrated through the relationship between the author and their mother, where even basic elements of schooling differ significantly from the mother's experiences decades prior.
Mobile Cloud Computing utilizes cloud computing, in order to deliver apps to mobile devices. These applications can be positioned distantly with the help of speed, flexibility, and development tools.
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This all sounds grand, but with any fast-evolving, revolution, relatively fresh technology as RPA comes to hype and mystification. Hence, it’s significant to comprehend what factors are presently fuelling RPA implementation in the actual world.
After the shift from desktop websites to mobile apps, now comes a time when mobile app development sector is also undergoing a transformation with latest innovations and technologies. IoT and Bots are instrumental in bringing about this paradigm shift.
The document raises six points that call into question whether Google's Duplex demonstration of an AI assistant making appointments over the phone was actually real: 1) Google said Duplex was still in development, 2) Businesses don't usually greet with "how can I help you", 3) There were no background noises, 4) Phone numbers are usually required for appointments not just names, 5) The assistant had time to answer every question perfectly, and 6) Google did not answer questions about the demonstration afterward. The document argues these inconsistencies suggest the demo was staged rather than a real phone call.
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Blockchain is the technology behind the cryptocurrencies circulating for exchange of goods and services worldwide.
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Categorising e-wallets into three distinct types to offer environment friendly option to conducting monetary transactions.
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We all use technology to accomplish everyday tasks- using mobile phones, wifi, internet and almost an unlimited variety of gadgets that has entered our lives. But, how much do you really know about this technology?? Take a look at this ppt to know more about your everyday-use gadgets!
This slideshow is dedicated to the latest insights about the mobile apps that are invading the globe gradually. There are numerous mobile apps that are consistently making their notable presence in the world in every business domains.
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1. A Day Without Mobile Is Unimaginable
A day without a mobile phone might
be extremely for us. Mobile phones
have completely changed our lives.
Needless to say, these smart devices
have positive as well as adverse
effects.
2. Less Time On Social Media
Flurry recently revealed that a
person spends 5 hrs per
day on their phones. If there will
no mobile phone then we can –
a. Spend time with friends, family.
b. Involve ourself in games and many more.
3. Hard to Adjust
Well, it might be difficult for some people to
adjust. Smartphones have become a
necessity so it is hard to adjust daily chores.
a. Unable to get the latest updates.
b. Can’t make calls/send SMS.
4. More Productive
When we stay away from the
digital world then we can pay more attention
to other tasks.
We can involve ourselves in –
a. Use old music players
b. Read novels.
5. No Disturbance
You would enjoy being alone as
there will be no -
a. Facebook, Twitter notifications
b. Third-party emails