Instant Messaging Increases Among Seniors in 2007
December 15, 2006 - Filed under: Faculty & Staff | Tagged: Educated Guesses, Technology
The use of instant messaging will go gray in 2007 as older Americans join the IM generation, predicts a University of Alabama technology expert.
“The immediacy of communications (i.e. cell phones, IM) will move into the ‘senior’ generation as more older Americans will be using communication devices that allow more mobile, immediate communications,” says Dr. Barrie Jo Price, professor of interactive technology in UA’s College of Human Environmental Sciences.
Price says you’ll see more tech-related items designed for seniors. “Jitterbug is an example of a cell phone made just for seniors,” she notes.
The University of Alabama, a student-centered research university, is experiencing significant growth in both enrollment and academic quality. This growth, which is positively impacting the campus and the state's economy, is in keeping with UA's vision to be the university of choice for the best and brightest students. UA, the state's flagship university, is an academic community united in its commitment to enhancing the quality of life for all Alabamians.
SOURCE: Dr. Barrie Jo Price, bjprice@emtech.net, 205/333-9185