The survey which was conducted by Harris Poll last May sampled college students from the U.S. between the ages of 18 to 26. It found that 85% own a laptop, beating out smartphones and almost double tablets.
The students were then asked to rank their tech possessions in order of importance. It found that 41% of students listed their laptop at the top; above even their car! Interestingly enough, a lonely 1% rated their TV on top. A sign of the times in the world of Netflix and YouTube. In fact, 73% said they use other devices to “watch TV.”
Over half of the students are on the lookout for new tech before September with a third wanting a new laptop. This again beats out tablets and even 2-in-1s. Students want battery life (25%), low prices (26%) and performance (40%) when picking up their new computer. However, security, mobility, entertainment, and gaming were also considered.
Gabe Gravning, AMD’s Director of Product Marketing said, “Students expect more from their computers than ever before – they want them to be equally as good at streaming their favorite TV show as they are at crunching numbers in a math class.”
The oldest of those surveyed were born in the late 80’s. Making it unsurprising that 67% rank their technology not working as their biggest fear, as most have always had access to computers and the internet. About 70% can’t even imagine living without tech and a surprising 81% can’t fathom doing homework without it.
Perhaps the most comical of responses is that 25% would choose a computer instead of a family member if stranded on a deserted island. Good luck finding food, water, and shelter without help. Let alone getting League of Legends to run without WiFi or a power source.
Source AMD.