Facial recognition has long been embedded in smartphones. Apple’s Face ID made it second nature, and now smart home systems are using similar tech to secure front doors, detect visitors, and personalize smart displays.
In this article, Spokeo breaks down screen time: how much people are on their phones, which apps consume the most time, and how those habits shift by age, gender, and job status.
Certain area codes have become status symbols, signaling affluence, influence, and regional pride. Whether it’s a Manhattan 212 number or a Beverly Hills 310 number, these codes carry weight.
You’re staring at your phone screen. It’s been hours, maybe days. The last message you sent sits unopened. There’s no reply, no read receipt, just … silence.
In an era of screen fatigue and notification overload, Gen Z is quietly rebelling, favoring analog devices over smartphones.
Whether it was a chunky Nokia or a sleek iPhone, your first phone did more than make calls. It helped define your relationship with technology, shaped your expectations for digital life, and reflected the cultural moment you grew up in.