short readsFeb 5, 2024 8 charts on technology use around the world In most countries surveyed, around nine-in-ten or more adults are online. In South Korea, 99% of adults use the internet.
short readsApr 28, 2022 How parents’ views of their kids’ screen time, social media use changed during COVID-19 In April 2021, we followed up with many of the same parents surveyed in March 2020 on their children’s use of technology and social media.
short readsDec 6, 2022 In advanced and emerging economies, similar views on how social media affects democracy and society People in advanced and emerging economies have mixed feelings about social media’s impact on political life.
short readsNov 21, 2022 For shopping, phones are common and influencers have become a factor – especially for young adults Social media is an important tool for consumers, with some Americans – particularly younger adults – turning to influencer recommendations.
short readsSep 10, 2021 Americans with disabilities less likely than those without to own some digital devices The digital divide between Americans who have a disability and Americans who do not remains for some devices.
short readsJul 16, 2021 Home broadband adoption, computer ownership vary by race, ethnicity in the U.S. Black and Hispanic Americans remain less likely than White adults to say they own a traditional computer or have high-speed internet at home.
short readsAug 19, 2021 Some digital divides persist between rural, urban and suburban America Rural adults are less likely than suburban adults to have home broadband and less likely than urban adults to own a smartphone, tablet or computer.
short readsMar 17, 2021 Cable and satellite TV use has dropped dramatically in the U.S. since 2015 The share of Americans who say they watch television via cable or satellite has plunged from 76% in 2015 to 56% this year.
short readsApr 2, 2020 8 charts on internet use around the world as countries grapple with COVID-19 A median of 77% across 34 countries surveyed use the internet at least occasionally or own an internet-enabled smartphone.
short readsApr 30, 2020 From virtual parties to ordering food, how Americans are using the internet during COVID-19 Some Americans – particularly those who are younger or college educated – are finding virtual ways to connect, shop and be active.