Downfalls of Technology

A Perspective on Technology

Yesterday when I woke up, the first sound I heard was the music from my ipod through the docking station that acted as my alarm. Coming fully to consciousness I notice I left my laptop open from the night before. Watching a movie helps me fall asleep. Since the laptop is already open I figured why not check some of my favorite websites for any new note worthy news that might have happened in the eight hours I was asleep. Before I even get out of bed, I’ve already seen any new developments within my social circle, read a couple articles on interesting subjects, and laughed at stupid pictures and videos. When I do finally manage to get out of bed to officially start my day, I turn the music playing to the radio so I can listen to NPR while I make breakfast and get ready for class. On my commute to class I listened to the podcast I downloaded the night before. In class I opened my laptop to help with my note taking while listening to a lecture. Throughout the day I received texts from friends and family. Having the internet on my phone allows me to check online several times though out the day. After classes I found myself back at my apartment consuming more technology. Browsing the internet for hours (after homework is finished ofcourse) while the sound of the radio is a constant backround noise. At the end of the day I am back in bed watching another movie. Technology makes my day much more comfortable and easier to get though, but I feel like I am givingaway important aspects of life for comforbility

The world we live in has become saturated by technology. According to the Mobile Mindset Study, 58 percent of U.S smart phone users check their phones at least every hour. (Cite source) In an event where they would love their phone, 73 percent of people admit they would feel “panicked.” 14 percent said they would feel “desperate.” This type of dependence on anything should be troubling to everyone. In modern western society, technology...