Smartphones' Effect on Communication
Smartphones have changed the way people interact, creating both benefits and challenges.
Positive Impacts:
- Sending instant messages all over the globe with the help of apps such as WhatsApp and Zoom.
- A self-expression and the voice to the unrepresented communities .
- Retains long distance relationships.
Negative Impacts:
- Decreased in-person contact, particularly the young.
- Communication breakdown because of not understanding nonverbal expressions.
| Example | ||
| Impact Type | Example App/Platform | Effect on Communication |
|---|---|---|
| Positive | Instant messaging globally | |
| Negative | Social Media | Reduced in-person interaction |