More than half of Spaniards consider their relationship with technology to be healthier
In a hyper-connected world where we are all saturated with social media and hyper-information, the current around us is gradually increasing. digital shutdown which is especially noticeable among young people, including the Spanish.
It’s confirmed Generación SPCial study on the digital disconnection habits of young Spaniardsprepared by a Spanish technology company NPC and presented at a meeting attended by Jorge FloresFounder Friendly screens and an expert in the safe and healthy use of technology.
An organization with which the Spanish company collaborated to analyze this reality and learn about the people who identify with this new way of relating to technology.
Goodbye, social profiles
One of the main findings of the study is that more than half of young Spaniards are thinking about delete your social media profiles and 12.7% left social networks forever in search of something new. a more balanced and healthy lifestyle.
“As a technology company, we feel a responsibility to promote safe, healthy and responsible use of technology. We are pleased to partner with Jorge Flores of Screens Amigas to make visible the challenges of a more balanced digital connection,” he said during the presentation. Irene ManterolaMarketing Director of SPC.
Regarding the study, Manterola added that it allowed them to “dive deeper into a movement that has not been analyzed in detail before and which shows how more and more young people are joining the trend digital detox“.
The board continued that after getting to know this group better, SPC believes that “the best way to approach them is Special generation“This is a group, especially young people, who, despite the hyperconnectivity they face, are rethinking their relationship with technology on a daily basis.”
This is the SPCial generation
The SPCial Generation study on the digital disconnection habits of young Spaniards, conducted among 1,000 Spaniards aged 18 to 35, concluded that in our country the average daily use smartphone around five hours a day.
At this time they consult social mediaHE unite with loved ones (instant messaging, calls and video calls) or work.
And hand in hand with this usage figure comes another piece of information: 75.5% of Spaniards have seriously proposed. use your mobile phone less and 14.3% managed to maintain this habit forever.
Social Media and Digital Detox
social media They are an integral part of everyday life for a large part of the population, and it is difficult to remember what life was like before. Facebook, Instagram or Tik Tok.
There is no doubt that networks allow us to communicate with people, but using them surplus is encouraging young Spaniards to consider switching off from screens. In fact, 56.5% of those surveyed have considered making digital detox and six out of ten know someone who has joined the trend.
causes The most common ways to do this include reducing screen time, improving quality of life and mental health. Among those who have undergone a digital detox, 12.6% did so to connect with the offline world and create real connections with people.
As for the preferred options to have a healthier relationship with screens38% of Spaniards would prefer to delete social media apps, while 37% would control the time of use through options provided by our own efforts smartphones (but only 27.9% say they check this information on their mobile devices).
“Dumb Phones” or “Dumb Phones”: A Fashion That’s Starting to Reach Spain
There is a movement back towards dumbasses or dumb phones, simpler devices that allow you to stay in touch through calls and messages.
SPC research confirms that this option is thriving in our country, as 12.2% of the population has decided to change their lifestyle. smartphone for phone without Internet and 19.5% know someone who has done it.
Jorge Flores shared his vision of these devices: “ stupid interesting option because they allow people choose when they want to be in touchFor those who have grown up in a digital and hyper-connected world, these devices offer new and valuable experiences, and for adults, an opportunity Resume this shutdown and set a positive example for children.”
These devices are gaining popularity as tools for achieving digital balance. To have no internet connection They limit distractions and interruptions to what is truly urgent, are easy to manage, and stimulate alternatives to relationships and entertainment that do not depend on the Internet.
According to Flores, “a this is stupid the perfect tool for learning select shutdown moments so that they really exist and allow the younger generation to discover the experience of living with fewer obligations and distractions digital, taking more control of his time and his life.”
SPC Wild
In line with this trend, SPC announced SPC Wildto meet the new needs of this generation of SPCial. This mobile phone, which will go on sale in the summer, is ideal for those who want to take a break from the hustle and bustle. smartphones on vacation, as well as for minors which are beginning to become independent, has Retro flip phone design no internet access and a popular game from the 2000s Snake.
“For over three decades, we have continually worked to keep pace with changing consumer needs by creating innovative and accessible solutions for everyone. SPC Wild will join our catalog as real option “for those people who want to relive the previous disconnection from social networks, but also for those children who are starting to have more independence and, therefore, are starting to relate to technology,” concluded Manterola.