The use of smart phones and their mobile applications among older adults in Hong Kong: An exploratory study

作者: Mimi M. Y. Tse , K. L. Chan , Anthony S. W. Wong , Eric W. C. Tam , Elaine Y. L. Fan

DOI: 10.5176/2345-718X_1.2.45

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摘要: The purpose of this study was to explore social participation using smart phones by the older population in Hong Kong. present conducted from 10-June-2013 16-August-2013. It a cross-sectional survey study, and data were collected street interviews. Potential participants approached invited respond questionnaire. locations for collecting evenly distributed on Kong Island, Kowloon, New Territories. size samples Territories calculated based their respective proportion 2011. estimated time complete questionnaire approximately 10 minutes. included questions demographic use related features. A total 982 interviewed, 46% whom male 54% female. divided into following two groups: young-old (age 50-69) old-old 70 or above). mean age 67.93±10.386. findings showed that, comparison with group 50 69), smaller percentage (70 over) used mobile messaging applications communicate others. There no differences patterns regard type frequency being used. However, had installed app themselves introduced This reveals behavioral groups devices communicate. exhibited same terms types apps used; however, Different educational programs importance support should be established, promotional strategies these need tailored adults.

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