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December 5, 2022

3. Internet, smartphone and social media use

More older adults now own smartphones

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3. Internet, smartphone and social media use
Many more people use the internet now compared with 20 years ago
Most adults use the internet in advanced economies surveyed
At least three-in-four in each country surveyed report owning a smartphone
Social media usage higher across Asia-Pacific region
More than eight-in-ten young adults in every country surveyed use social media
Many social media users say they rarely or never post about political or social issues
Young adults much more likely to use the internet and social media sites, but not more likely to post about issues online
People who post about issues are more likely to see social media as good for democracy

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