Celtech Tiger — 53% now own a smartphone
The third Eircom Household Sentiment Survey reveals the influence of technology on our lives is greatly increasing. The survey found 53% of the population over the age of 16 (1.7 million people) now own a smartphone, from 39% only 12 months ago.
Meanwhile, one in four now have access to a tablet computer, with another 450,000 Irish people likely to purchase one by the end of the year. The survey also highlights an increasing reliance on apps as a tool for modern living.
