Gen Zers are becoming weary of constant connectivity
A survey conducted by Business Insider has found that Gen Zers are spending more time online, but are craving the chance to switch off. The findings come as teens look for ways to disconnect and find meaningful connections and communities IRL.
Between the build-up of ‘digital clutter’ and constant distraction of apps, smartphones, and tablets, tech advancements have enveloped us in a binary fog at almost all times. How can minimalism and more mindful usage help preserve mental wellbeing and boost productivity?
What’s driving people to go private on social media?
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15 May 2019
User confidence in social media giants has been plummeting in the wake of data privacy scandals and the rise of ‘fake news’. As a result, many are choosing to connect with like-minded individuals in micro-spaces that they believe can offer better security and a sense of community.
The digital era has made keeping tabs on children’s behavior more difficult for parents, who often fret about the various dangers of constant connectedness – from smartphone addiction to age-inappropriate content to the threat of cyberbullying. So, how can tech be made more kid-friendly?
Just as Gen Yers relied on text-based instant messaging for years before graduating to image-focused apps like Instagram and Snapchat, Gen Z’s communication habits are steadily shifting to embrace a new medium: voice notes. But why are more teens choosing to talk rather than type?