Smartphone Addiction Reaching New Heights
48% of survey participants say they wouldn’t hide the fact that they’re using a smartphone in a place of worship.
77% would openly use their smartphone in bed.
58% confess that they’ve pulled out the smartphone while spending “quality time” with family, and 62% have done the same around friends.
75% wouldn’t conceal using a mobile device in a public restroom.
28% have used their smartphones while on a date with a significant other.
35% admit to pretending to use their smartphone in order to avoid talking to someone.
33% have used their device to appear busy while alone in a restaurant or bar.
41% reveal that they have used their device to research a topic, to avoid not knowing it in a conversation.