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As I already indicated I would like to discuss television’s role in the future and give an answer about the Internet killing television.
Personally, I think that the death of TV prophesied by many, is too easy and quickly. If we take a look at the history of mass media, we might realize that mediums have never been replaced, but existed alongside each other. Television and the Internet, often seen as opponents, can work together.
There is no doubt that we are watching more television than ever, but how do we find time, beside social networks, mobile platforms and the increasing use of web in general?
“Multitasking” is the answer to this question. Sitting in front of the television with other devices in our hands, the so-called “Two Screen experience”, is part of our generation and will be even more popular in the future.
Another important keyword, for making such high television consumption possible, is “video on the go”. “Free WIFI” and constantly extending network coverage …show more content…
Not only the size of our screens is increasing towards wall-sized television sets, but also “Smart TVs” are going to replace our normal flat screens. We could start watching a movie, pause it, and continue watching on a tablet the next morning while waiting for the bus. Furthermore, “Smart TVs” are connected to the Internet, and enable apps, searching for movies in the web ,and receiving recommendations based on our viewing habits. On the one hand, a practical feature, for choosing a movie, without hours of searching. On the other hand, it can also be used to track our habits and making us predictable. This will be one of the major problems we will have to face in the future of
Personally, I think that the death of TV prophesied by many, is too easy and quickly. If we take a look at the history of mass media, we might realize that mediums have never been replaced, but existed alongside each other. Television and the Internet, often seen as opponents, can work together.
There is no doubt that we are watching more television than ever, but how do we find time, beside social networks, mobile platforms and the increasing use of web in general?
“Multitasking” is the answer to this question. Sitting in front of the television with other devices in our hands, the so-called “Two Screen experience”, is part of our generation and will be even more popular in the future.
Another important keyword, for making such high television consumption possible, is “video on the go”. “Free WIFI” and constantly extending network coverage …show more content…
Not only the size of our screens is increasing towards wall-sized television sets, but also “Smart TVs” are going to replace our normal flat screens. We could start watching a movie, pause it, and continue watching on a tablet the next morning while waiting for the bus. Furthermore, “Smart TVs” are connected to the Internet, and enable apps, searching for movies in the web ,and receiving recommendations based on our viewing habits. On the one hand, a practical feature, for choosing a movie, without hours of searching. On the other hand, it can also be used to track our habits and making us predictable. This will be one of the major problems we will have to face in the future of