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UK Adults Spend More Time on Phones Than TV

6/26/2025

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UK adults are now glued to their mobile phones for an average of 3 hours and 21 minutes daily, surpassing TV time at 3 hours and 16 minutes, as revealed by IPA TouchPoints data. This trend is especially pronounced among 15-24-year-olds, who spend nearly five hours on their devices. While TV brings relaxation, mobile use often evokes feelings of sadness.

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UK adults are now glued to their mobile phones for an average of 3 hours and 21 minutes daily, surpassing TV time at 3 hours and 16 minutes, as revealed by IPA TouchPoints data. This trend is especially pronounced among 15-24-year-olds, who spend nearly five hours on their devices. While TV brings relaxation, mobile use often evokes feelings of sadness.