For the younger generation, phones provide several relevant opportunities for them. First, it is social network, the essence of which is to communicate with other people and peers, as well as to show the details of their lives (Brooks & Lasser, 2018). With the help of photos, videos and music playlists teenagers not only show off or compete in the quality of life, but also to get acquainted. Secondly, it’s taking pictures of different moments and objects that are important to the individual (Brooks & Lasser, 2018). This includes everything from homework and necessary notes to nature, animals and selfies with friends. In this way, memories and values are formed, as not everything is for social media. Third, listening to music, which is a necessity for teenagers (Brooks & Lasser, 2018). Music as an area of art makes individual feel positive emotions, to relax or distract from problems. In addition, music is an effective method of getting to know each other through, for example, shared tastes or recommendations.
However, the older generation has a different attitude towards telephones. These gadgets are not as much in demand for the following reasons:
The first reason not to innovate is a fear of everything new. Adults have been modeling their world for years (Brooks & Lasser, 2018). When something new is introduced, there is a stupor. This is due to the fact that the human brain processes new information more slowly over time, and develops new skills.
The second reason is the fear of screwing something up. Because machines that were around in the past were often faulty, people who have grown up with imperfect technology now will not trust this kind of technology (Brooks & Lasser, 2018).
The third problem lies in the loved ones, who, sometimes paying insufficient time to the older generation, believe that the proposed instruction to the smartphone is written in an accessible language and in it absolutely anyone can understand (Brooks & Lasser, 2018). It should be understood that adults need more time to master technology than young people.
It is important to emphasize that this does not apply to the older generation. Smartphones become relevant in adulthood, but are often limited to the basic functions of calling and texting (Brooks & Lasser, 2018). The information analogue for the older generation is the television.
Reference
Brooks, M., and Lasser, J. (2018). Tech generation. Raising balanced kids in a hyper-connected world. Oxford University Press.