I’m sure most people here are familiar with some form of social media that depends on the use of digital numbers to show engagement. Whether…
Month: September 2021
Alone Together
Posted in Mobile Culture
You have probably experienced it before. You are in an environment with other people, perhaps they are your friends and family, and not a word…
Although the role of mobile technology is still emerging in the field of medicine, it is inevitable that it will become a mainstream complement to…
Technologically-enhanced glasses have seemed like a “holy grail” of sorts in the technology world. From Star Trek to Dragon Ball Z, the idea of technologically…
The past year, I have been fortunate enough to partake in a new mobile / digital cultural movement that is emerging in an endeavour to…
Always On Culture
Posted in Mobile Culture
The mobile world keeps us connected at all times and all locations. For good or bad, we always have our phones on us, and we…
The Problem with Influencers
Posted in Mobile Culture
Influencers have flourished in the last decade. Mobile platforms such as Twitter, Instagram, Tik Tok, YouTube, Snap Chat have facilitated influencers to build parasocial relationships…
Cancel Culture
Posted in Mobile Culture
Over the past few years, the idea of a person, brand, or even show being “cancelled” has become a polarizing topic of debate. “Cancelled” refers…
With today’s mobile culture, the satisfaction of one’s needs and wants has never been easier. Purchasing goods can never be easier; this can be done…
Selfie Culture
Posted in Mobile Culture
Social media usage has increased steadily in Canada, and it currently stands at 36.76 million using social media (Statista). With the increased popularity of social…