Young People and the Smartphone: Everyday Life on the Small Screen

Smartphones and digital platforms have become essential to our lives, particularly for young people. This volume explores the empirical research based on focus groups and in-depth interviews with young people aged 18-30, offering insights into the everyday use of smartphones from a media and science and technology studies perspective. Topics covered include the role of smartphones as material technology, their use in interpersonal relationships, photographic practices, music, and consumer practices, as well as the deconstruction of smartphone addiction.

Format: Hardback
Length: 129 pages
Publication date: 07 August 2022
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

In recent years, smartphones and digital platforms have emerged as indispensable elements of our daily lives, seamlessly integrating into the routines of millions, particularly the younger generation. This comprehensive volume, specifically dedicated to examining smartphone practices and experiences among youth today, stems from empirical research conducted through focus groups and in-depth interviews with young individuals aged 18 to 30. Rooted in media theory and analyzed through a blended lens of media and science and technology studies, the book provides profound and captivating insights into the multifaceted ways in which smartphones are utilized in everyday life. The chapters explore various aspects of smartphone usage, including their role as material technologies, their impact on interpersonal relationships, photographic practices, music consumption, and consumer habits. Additionally, the book delves into the deconstruction of the concept of smartphone addiction, shedding light on the complex dynamics and implications of our reliance on these devices. By examining the experiences and perspectives of young people, this volume offers valuable insights into the evolving nature of technology and its profound influence on our social interactions, communication patterns, and cultural practices. Whether you are a researcher, educator, or simply interested in understanding the contemporary landscape, this book provides a wealth of information and thought-provoking perspectives that will enrich your understanding of the smartphone era.

Weight: 322g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031063107
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022