I Love It, But It Is Too Complicated. Aging Adults’ Perspective on Mobile Technology Acceptance

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Ioana IANCU
Bogdan IANCU

Abstract

In the context of constant population aging, digital technologies are required especially for communication and geriatric care. However, before a large-scale deployment could be implemented, the general technological acceptance level should be assessed. The paper aims to descriptively analyze the perception of aging adults on mobile technology. Based on Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), the variables considered are emotional attachment on technology, actual use, perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness, and behavioral intentions. Methodologically, a set of semi-structured interviews have been conducted. The results show that although individuals love their mobile devices and although they perceive them as being useful, the devices are not easy to be used and there are numerous concerns regarding technology. Paradoxically, while they claim the like owning smart devices, they consider them too complex and intrusive.

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IANCU, I. ., & IANCU, B. . (2020). I Love It, But It Is Too Complicated. Aging Adults’ Perspective on Mobile Technology Acceptance. ESSACHESS – Journal for Communication Studies, 13(2(26), 13-39. https://essachess.com/3/index.php/jcs/article/view/145

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