2. Introduction: Connectivity:
Connectivity is when you have the ability
to exchange information by electronic
means.
Convergence:
Convergence, is when you link
technologies, with media content. For
example, when you use a camera, to
record a movie.
Interactivity:
Interactivity refers to media products,
which is based on a digital computer
based system. For example, these days
you don’t need to send letters and wait a
while, you can just use a phone such as an
iPhone, and socialise within seconds.
Personalisation:
Personalisation is when you adapt
interfaces. For example, when you create
your own blog, and make things to your
own preference and also, when you create
a username you like.
How do we consume digital technology nowadays?
Everyone consumes digital technology in different ways. Some use digital
technology for work related things. Some use digital technology for fun. Some
use digital technology for business purposes. Some use digital technology out
of boredom. Others use digital technology on a day to day basis. However, a
majority of people in this day and age, use digital technology on a daily basis,
without a doubt.
Examples of digital technology consummation:
- People might want to view their friends or family from across the world,
and might connect through skype, iMo, facetime or many other apps.
- People might send videos/pictures through WhatsApp, or any other apps,
without having to travel.
- Instead of having to send letters, and waiting for the person to get back,
you can just call them within seconds.
- You can personalise your own blog, for example: Tumblr. You can design
your own blog and username, make things just how you like it.
3. Interview questions and answers:
Mum:
My mum has an iPhone 6s. It has many features such as the unlocking finger print, the 3d touch and many other features. She
uses apps such as: Facebook, WhatsApp and iMo. According to my mum, these apps are very important to her, as she
communicates with her family on the other side of the world and uses it everyday. This device is very useful for her, as she can
communicate with them within seconds. Not only with her family in particular, but anyone in general.
Sister:
My sister has an iPhone 6. It’s different to the 6s however, the device itself has similar features to the iPhone 6s. She uses apps
such as: Instagram, snapchat and WhatsApp. These apps are somewhat important to her, as she can socialise with her friends,
and family members. Although it’s important, she feels as if she gets distracted very easily, as she gets carried away sometimes.
Little sister:
My little sister uses my mums phone. She uses the YouTube app, and watches all sorts of cartoons on the app. Even though
she is very young, she feels as if this device is important to her.
Little Brothers:
My brothers aren’t allowed any gadgets. So instead they use things like, the ps3 and other game consoles. When they're
bored, they use the laptop or computer. They watch videos on YouTube, and also use it a few times a week. It isn’t that
important to them, as they only use it out of boredom.
4. Advantages and disadvantages:
Immediacy:
It’s when someone urgently needs to be present, at a certain place/time.
- Advantages: You can do it over the phone, by calling/emailing, instead of travelling and meeting up with someone.
- Disadvantages: You wont be able to see the emotions on their face, and talk to them properly.
Access:
The ability, right, or permission to approach, enter, speak with, or use; admittance.
- Advantages: Things are done quicker, and you don’t have to wait too long.
- Disadvantages: It’s a distraction, and decisions can be rushed.
Convenience:
The state of being able to process with something with little effort or difficulty.
- Advantages: You can Instagram something and filter an image, effortlessly, without going onto Photoshop or anything.
- Disadvantages: It can also be a distraction, and make you lose focus.
Portability:
Movement and flexibility.
- Advantages: You can move around with your laptop/phone or whatever gadget you have.
- Disadvantages: It might get too heavy.
Connectivity:
Connectivity is when you have the ability to exchange information by electronic means.
- Advantage: You can connect with someone, on the other side of the world, within minutes.
- Disadvantages: The connection could be bad, and you wouldn’t be able to FaceTime/Skype a person properly.
