It’s amazing the differences between the generations. Being from Generation X, I’ve been brought up in the outdoors, experienced the freedom and ventured beyond the four walls, only when PC/computers were introduced into the workplace that I invested in the hardware myself. I grew up with creating basic websites and even when search engines first came about, I grew and evolved with the online technology. For me, this first became a hobby, it was new technology and toys to play with, incorporating it into the years of experience I had already gained in marketing! Now it’s the norm, as it’s what I do.
Currently, with Generation Z, I wonder if it’s completely the reverse, technology is something they grow up with, especially in the way they communicate. It’s the outdoors that has become a hobby/novelty, is this really the case? I’ve noticed that the mention of ‘love’ and hugging has become commonly expressive with the young. I certainly didn’t notice this with Generation Y, they’re the complete opposite, and don’t let me me get started on the Baby Boomers!
I’m wondering whether social media and the ‘sharing’ mentality has caused this character trait within the Gen Z’s, not only do they do this online but this trait is leaking out into their reality. Perhaps some good can come out of it!? Although of course, too much sharing can sometimes be a bad thing! At times, I’ve noticed too much personal information being shared with their friends, family, acquaintances and even work colleagues, which is something you wouldn’t do in reality! Private should be private, not shared. Some of this also applies to the later Gen Y’s. There appears to be no middle ground with this generation and they don’t even realise or comprehend their actions. So with that, as well as being so reliant on the hand held devices, the way we use this tech is changing, I mean how many young people can cope without their smartphone for just 5 minutes? Ok, a slight exaggeration, but you know what I mean!?
The concerning matter for me, is when you hear about young people feeling the need to sleep with their mobile device, the FOMO syndrome (fear of missing out) has a big part to play, feeling the need to always stay in contact. How reliant and obsessive will this generation become with their tech. The interesting thing is, is that there are signs that it’s no longer a novelty, it’s the norm for them, and they are now more curious about doing outdoor activities! Maybe it will go full circle and they will become more interested in the outdoors again!?
So what will happen with wristband tech and virtual reality simulators. I guess time will only tell with that one! How will the next generation cope with that, what will be the norm and what will be a novelty? Exciting times ahead, maybe!?
Currently, with Generation Z, I wonder if it’s completely the reverse, technology is something they grow up with, especially in the way they communicate. It’s the outdoors that has become a hobby/novelty, is this really the case? I’ve noticed that the mention of ‘love’ and hugging has become commonly expressive with the young. I certainly didn’t notice this with Generation Y, they’re the complete opposite, and don’t let me me get started on the Baby Boomers!
I’m wondering whether social media and the ‘sharing’ mentality has caused this character trait within the Gen Z’s, not only do they do this online but this trait is leaking out into their reality. Perhaps some good can come out of it!? Although of course, too much sharing can sometimes be a bad thing! At times, I’ve noticed too much personal information being shared with their friends, family, acquaintances and even work colleagues, which is something you wouldn’t do in reality! Private should be private, not shared. Some of this also applies to the later Gen Y’s. There appears to be no middle ground with this generation and they don’t even realise or comprehend their actions. So with that, as well as being so reliant on the hand held devices, the way we use this tech is changing, I mean how many young people can cope without their smartphone for just 5 minutes? Ok, a slight exaggeration, but you know what I mean!?
The concerning matter for me, is when you hear about young people feeling the need to sleep with their mobile device, the FOMO syndrome (fear of missing out) has a big part to play, feeling the need to always stay in contact. How reliant and obsessive will this generation become with their tech. The interesting thing is, is that there are signs that it’s no longer a novelty, it’s the norm for them, and they are now more curious about doing outdoor activities! Maybe it will go full circle and they will become more interested in the outdoors again!?
So what will happen with wristband tech and virtual reality simulators. I guess time will only tell with that one! How will the next generation cope with that, what will be the norm and what will be a novelty? Exciting times ahead, maybe!?
