mojo84 wrote:The hyperbole used by those that are resistant to using a new tool that millions upon millions find useful and efficient is interesting to me. Yes, many do overuse their phones and spend to much time focusing on them. However, many do not. Many actually find them very useful tools that increases their productivity, reduces stress, increases efficiency and improves quality of life substantially.
Just think what the stinking telephone did to human interactions and relationships when it was invented. People started talking to people from long distances instead of hitching up the wagon and going to meet with people face to face or send a letter. Isn't a face to face meeting so much better than talking to someone through a device that you can't see the other person's face. Just think of the damage email has done to writing letters and the postal service.
Just as with anything, moderation is the key. There are going to be people that overuse and abuse just about anything including technology. There will be those that under-utilize technology and operate less efficiently. There will be those that use it just right. (Goldilocks and the Three Bears come to mind?)
My only problem is with un-smart smart phone owners