Ever wonder how you are shaping the future of tech?

We'll get to the good stuff soon. But before we do, we'd love to know a little more about you. Want to help us by answering a few questions?

Your closest friend tells you about a new social media platform designed to create fewer, more meaningful connections. The platform limits you to 25 friends, and it can only be used one day a week in order to prevent addiction. You can:

Time to make some metaverse decisions. In case you're unfamiliar, the metaverse is a shared 3D virtual space where you can socialize, work, buy stuff, and do almost anything you can do in real life. Think carefully about which activities you'd rather do virtually vs. in person.

Welcome to the Metaverse...

For each of the following, think carefully about if you’d rather have the activity take place in the metaverse or in real life.

Work Meetings...

Financial Management...

Happy hours...

Education...

Vacations...

Concerts...

Shopping...

Dating...

Museums...

Funerals...

Wait one second. We forgot to mention that once you move an activity into the metaverse, there’s no going back. Whatever happens in the metaverse can no longer happen in real life. With that in mind, would you like to edit any of your selections?

Sorry to interrupt the fun, but it's time for your annual health exam. Let's see what the doctor has to say.

Your test results are in. Unfortunately, you’re not as healthy as you might have thought. Your doctor says that your excessive tech use is causing long-term harm to your physical and mental health. She suggests making some changes. You can:

Innovation is on a roll! There’s a sleek new wearable that promises to improve your life just by taking cues from your voice. If you sound sad, it’ll recommend some cheerful tunes. If you seem grumpy in a work meeting, it’ll offer tips on how to be more agreeable. You can:

Uh oh! There’s been a major malfunction in the metaverse. Everyone’s privacy is at stake. Digital currencies are being stolen. People are no longer able to differentiate the metaverse from the physical world. And digital addiction is rampant. What’s the best solution?

Welcome to 2050. The malfunction has been addressed, and most of us have adjusted to life in the metaverse. In fact, technology has come so far that time travel is now possible, meaning you get to choose which year you want to live in. Before you decide, carefully think through the pros and cons of technology.

Start by telling us a little bit about yourself:

What's your age range?

What's your gender?

Which country do you live in?

What’s your take on tech?

Which social media platforms do you use at least a couple times a week?

What is your estimated daily screen time NOT including work hours?

Enjoy your music and phone calls with sweet, wireless freedom.

Set reminders, order groceries, and get all your questions answered without pressing a single button. Your wish is its command.

Who doesn’t want a health coach on their wrist? After bragging about how many calories you burned, be sure to share your data with your doctor for personalized lifestyle tips.

With deeper insight into your emotions, you’ll be unstoppable. Say hello to a happier, more mindful you.

Your one-way ticket to a whole new world of virtual work, travel, and entertainment.

Insomniacs, rejoice. This bedtime accessory will help you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer, so you can finally get the rest you’ve been dreaming of.

Two-wheeled robo-companions can now remind you of upcoming tasks, read bedtime stories, and even cheer you up when you’re feeling down. 

Sit back, relax, and let tech take the wheel.

When your avatar represents you, you’ll want to make sure it’s dressed to impress.

BCIs are implantable chips that merge your brain with AI. Once the tech advances, you might even be able to save and replay memories.

Before you enter the simulation, you need to make sure you’re equipped with the latest tech-cessories. Shop around and take your pick, but only select the devices you’d actually want in real life.

Great choices. Now rank your tech-cessories in order of importance.

<paragraph>For you, tech is true love. You get a little twinkle in your eye whenever news of a breakthrough innovation hits. In the event of a human cyborg experiment rolling into town, you’d probably be the first to sign up. And if you had it your way, more people would recognize you as your avatar than your physical self.</paragraph><paragraph>Your superuser ways have placed you ahead of the curve both personally and professionally—connecting you with a tight-knit online community, boosting your social cred, and giving you the tools to optimize your life.</paragraph><paragraph>But your technological wellness may tell a different story. The hard truth is that there are hidden health effects to all that screen time, and — as you know all too well — the instant gratification we get from technology often makes it tough to prioritize privacy. Not only that, but if tech disappeared tomorrow, you’d be at serious risk of having an identity crisis.</paragraph><paragraph>Bottom line — your relationship with technology matters. As the tech wars heat up across the globe, digital wellbeing will be the next big conversation shaping our future. And while none of us can single-handedly turn the tide of technology, we can make mindful decisions to prioritize our individual health, privacy, and identity. Because at the end of the day, tech isn’t inherently good or evil. It all depends on how we use it.</paragraph>

For you, tech is true love. You get a little twinkle in your eye whenever news of a breakthrough innovation hits. In the event of a human cyborg experiment rolling into town, you’d probably be the first to sign up. And if you had it your way, more people would recognize you as your avatar than your physical self.

Diehard Techie

<paragraph>You avoid technology like the plague. You could spend an entire weekend at someone’s house without asking for the wifi password. Your friends would vote you “most likely to thrive off the grid.” And we won’t even get you started on how ridiculous the metaverse is.</paragraph><paragraph>The good news is that your anti-tech tendencies have protected you from its toxic side effects. For starters, your digital health and privacy are in excellent shape compared to the average user. And if tech were to disappear tomorrow, you’d probably be too busy enjoying life offline to notice.</paragraph><paragraph>But at the same time, your opposition to tech could be keeping you from experiencing its practical benefits like convenience and connection. And at some point down the line, you might even look around and realize there’s a whole virtual world you’re not a part of — for better or for worse.</paragraph><paragraph>Bottom line — your relationship with technology matters. As the tech wars heat up across the globe, digital wellbeing will be the next big conversation shaping our future. And while none of us can single-handedly turn the tide of technology, we can make mindful decisions to prioritize our individual health, privacy, and identity.</paragraph><paragraph>Because at the end of the day, tech isn’t inherently good or evil. It just depends on how we use it.</paragraph>

You avoid technology like the plague. You could spend an entire weekend at someone’s house without asking for the wifi password. Your friends would vote you “most likely to thrive off the grid.” And we won’t even get you started on how ridiculous the metaverse is.

Neo-Luddite

<paragraph>You approach technology with a “less is more” mindset. You judge your days based on how successfully you were able to avoid screens. You don’t quite understand all the hype around this metaverse stuff. And if Big Tech were sitting across the room from you right now, you’d have a lot of questions.</paragraph><paragraph>By living your life relatively untethered from tech, you’re able to avoid some of its biggest pitfalls. You’re likely reaping the health benefits of your impressive screen time management skills. Your reluctance to hand over your data to any and every site has earned you a pretty solid privacy score. And if tech were to disappear tomorrow, you’d still know who you are. But at the same time, your avoidance of tech could mean you’re missing out on some of its practical benefits like further connection and convenience.</paragraph><paragraph>Bottom line — your relationship with technology matters. As the tech wars heat up across the globe, digital wellbeing will be the next big conversation shaping our future. And while none of us can single-handedly turn the tide of technology, we can make mindful decisions to prioritize our individual health, privacy, and identity. Because at the end of the day, tech isn’t inherently good or evil. It all depends on how we use it.</paragraph>

You approach technology with a “less is more” mindset. You judge your days based on how successfully you were able to avoid screens. You don’t quite understand all the hype around this metaverse stuff. And if Big Tech were sitting across the room from you right now, you’d have a lot of questions.

Tech Skeptic

<paragraph>Your attitude towards tech can best be described as lukewarm. You prefer to sit back and observe the effects of new technologies before taking the plunge (even if that does make you somewhat of a laggard). You view tech as a necessity rather than a badge of honor. And while a wifi outage won’t send you spiraling into a full-blown meltdown, you’re also not quite ready to disconnect altogether.</paragraph><paragraph>Your traditionalist ways allow you to enjoy the practical benefits of technology without being blinded by the hype. You use it when you have to, but not much more than that — giving you a healthy balance of online and offline time. Your refusal to do everything digitally has helped protect your online privacy. And your clear separation of the physical and virtual has kept your sense of reality intact.</paragraph><paragraph>Bottom line — your relationship with technology matters. As the tech wars heat up across the globe, digital wellbeing will be the next big conversation shaping our future. And while none of us can single-handedly turn the tide of technology, we can make mindful decisions to prioritize our individual health, privacy, and identity. Because at the end of the day, tech isn’t inherently good or evil. It all depends on how we use it.</paragraph>

Your attitude towards tech can best be described as lukewarm. You prefer to sit back and observe the effects of new technologies before taking the plunge (even if that does make you somewhat of a laggard). You view tech as a necessity rather than a badge of honor. And while a wifi outage won’t send you spiraling into a full-blown meltdown, you’re also not quite ready to disconnect altogether.

Tech Traditionalist

<paragraph>When it comes to the future of technology, you’re a “glass half full” kind of person. You see possibilities where others see pitfalls. You wear your many tech-cessories with pride. And you’re happiest when surrounded by multiple screens.</paragraph><paragraph>The good news is that your tendency to welcome tech with open arms allows you to reap its many benefits. Your devices serve as your portal into new communities and rich ideas, and your digital routine allows you to multitask like nobody’s business.</paragraph><paragraph>But all those screens also have a not-so-bright side. While it’s easy to be blinded by the flashy innovations of the future, it’s also worth taking a pause to weigh the pros and cons. Next time you find yourself falling down a digital rabbit hole, try taking note of how screen time affects your health. And while you’re at it, maybe think twice before handing over your data to yet another app.</paragraph><paragraph>Bottom line — your relationship with technology matters. As the tech wars heat up across the globe, digital wellbeing will be the next big conversation shaping our future. And while none of us can single-handedly turn the tide of technology, we can make mindful decisions to prioritize our individual health, privacy, and identity. Because at the end of the day, tech isn’t inherently good or evil. It all depends on how we use it.</paragraph>

When it comes to the future of technology, you’re a “glass half full” kind of person. You see possibilities where others see pitfalls. You wear your many tech-cessories with pride. And you’re happiest when surrounded by multiple screens.

Techno-Optomist

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Ever wonder how you are shaping the future of tech?