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.
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Black and Hispanic Americans remain less likely than White adults to say they own a traditional computer or have high-speed internet at home.
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.
Majorities of teens credit social media with strengthening their friendships and providing support while also noting the emotionally charged side of these platforms.
The share of Americans who say they watch television via cable or satellite has plunged from 76% in 2015 to 56% this year.
Two-thirds of parents in the U.S. say parenting is harder today than it was 20 years ago, with many citing technologies – like social media or smartphones – as a reason.
A median of 77% across 34 countries surveyed use the internet at least occasionally or own an internet-enabled smartphone.
Some Americans – particularly those who are younger or college educated – are finding virtual ways to connect, shop and be active.
A majority of Americans are turning to digital means to stay connected and track information about the coronavirus outbreak.
Key findings from a Pew Research Center study about online dating.
A majority of Americans are skeptical that tracking someone’s location through their cellphone would help curb the outbreak.
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