For this post I chose to analyze an iPhone. No, I don’t actually have one, but I have an iPod and a cell phone. I couldn’t choose between the two so I am now analyzing the two in one. It feels like iPhones and smart phones do everything now. They take the place of cameras, iPods, phones, gaming devices, notepads, etc. by placing them all into one convenient device. It is structured this way to make our lives easier and more convenient…as if we really need that.
In today’s society it seems as though we barely have any need to leave our homes. We can order food, shop, communicate, and make money all on line, so why bother leaving the house? The answer to this question is too often “we never have to leave the couch!” This is a problem for several reasons. First of all, if you never get off the couch there is no way you can be healthy – video games and couch surfing do not count as exercise. Also, people are losing the ability to socialize with real people – just because someone friends you on Facebook doesn’t mean they are your real friend. And lastly, there is no way that living your life through a smart phone or a computer can replace going out, meeting people, working, and contributing to your community. While technology is amazing, it could end up being society’s weakest link.
I wrote about the Ipod and I totally agree with everything you said! Technology has helped do a lot for our society but at the same time it's creating a problem in our society as it gets more and more advanced. I like this post, nice job!
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