Mixed emotions in emerging economies on smartphones, social media

Cropped shot of a group of colleagues using their smart phones in synchronicity

A survey in 11 emerging economies showed people in those countries happy to be connected with smartphones and social media, even if they worry about the impact of digital lifestyles on society and on children. 

The Pew Research Centre report found the vast majority of adults in these countries have access to a mobile phone of some kind, with 53% using a smartphone capable of accessing the Internet and running apps.