TECHNOLOGY

Americans Watch Enough TV to Satisfy a Part Time Job [NationMaster]

With nearly every American having access to a TV in their own home, the time spent watching TV is the highest in the world.

• Almost all Americans (98%) have TVs in their home
• The average American watches 4 hours of TV a day; 28 hours a week
• Americans watch more TV than any other country

Forget About Gas Prices and the Economy. Americans are Still Going to Drive [Rasmussen]

Although the majority of Americans say they are concerned about the economy and environment, it is not enough to keep them from driving.

• Nearly 9 in 10 Americans drive to work
• Only 22% say they would spend more money on a hybrid to help the environment
• 4 in 5 Americans say the cost of fuel will play at least a small role in the purchase of their next car; however the threat of rising gas costs is not encouraging them to seek alternative transportation options

The Majority of Americans Blame Technology Companies for their Errors [BuzzDash]

Problem with your TV? Can't get the remote to work? Americans are quicker to blame difficulties on the gadget than themselves.

• Nearly 3 in 4 Americans assume there is a problem with the gadget when it does not work
• Only 27% of voters realize the problem may be in their lack of knowledge of technology