TV viewing shifts to digital devices

GLOBAL – Laptops and desktops have overtaken TVs as the preferred devices for watching TV shows, according to a new report from Accenture. 

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The report reveals that the percentage of people who say they prefer to watch TV shows on TV sets has more than halved in the last year, falling from 52% in 2016 to 23% in 2017. 

It also shows that smartphones have nearly doubled in preference since 2014 when it comes to watching video clips; rising from 23% preferring this medium in 2014, to 41% in 2017. 

And in line with today’s news that Channel 4 is launching personalised VOD ads, the report also reveals that consumers are looking for personalised interactions in their video experience; 44% think getting personalised advertising based on past online searches is useful; four in 10 want voice control to further personalise their interaction with their devices; and 38% believe digital assistants using personal information are useful in providing a more personalised experience. 

More findings can be found here

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Bennick Harding

The increase is no doubt a factor of greater connectivity and the increase in the average smartphone screen size. Would be interesting to see stats on how much streaming is done in-home vs. out and about...

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