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Unintentional phone use averages 4 years, 8 months

Created at 2 Jun · 11:38 PM1 source
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A study by Virgin Media O2 found that over a third of phone usage (36%) is now unintentional, averaging four years and eight months per person.

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4 years, 8 monthsaverage unintentional phone use
36%unintentional phone use

Who's Involved

Virgin Media O2
conducted the study on phone usage

↳ Why This Matters

This finding suggests a substantial amount of time is spent on devices without active engagement, potentially impacting productivity, mental well-being, and the perception of digital device value.

Key facts

  • A study found unintentional phone use averages four years and eight months.
  • 36% of phone use is now unintentional.

A study conducted by Virgin Media O2 has revealed that the average person spends four years and eight months of their life using their phone without a clear purpose. The research indicates that a significant portion of mobile device usage, specifically 36%, is unintentional. This highlights a growing trend of aimless scrolling and engagement with smartphones.

Frequently asked questions

The average time spent on unintentional phone use is four years and eight months.

According to the study, 36% of phone use is unintentional.

The study was conducted by Virgin Media O2.

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How It Developed

2 Jun · 11:01 PM
A study found that 36% of phone use is now unintentional, averaging four years and eight months over a lifetime.
The Independent via PiQSuite

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Unintentional phone use to reach average of four years and eight monthsm.piqsuite.com

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