Common Technology Gripes
We’ve all run up against trying to resolve frustrating technology issues, whether it is setting a new watch or programming a remote technology can make you want to pull your hair out at times. Consumer Reports National Research Center recently asked 13,000 subscribers for their biggest technology gripes, and not surprisingly almost everyone (95%) had a problem with a computer they’d bought within the last five years. In addition 80% had problems with their cell phones, and more than 50% had issues with their GPS, TVs, and cameras. While getting a computer error message that you don’t understand can be trying it all takes patience and determination to use technology in today’s technologically advanced society. TV’s nowadays need 2 or even 3 remotes just to utilize the functionality of turning them on and off and changing the channel or volume. These technology challenges all add up to just more daily annoyances that no matter how simplified they may seem to operate, they still present challenges for the novice to the advanced user.
