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Mobile Search, Search Engine Marketing (PPC)

Popularity of Various Internet Devices in 2014

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This morning a recent study by Gallup Economy on how our tech tastes have changed caught my attention. Conducted in early December 2013 the study results show that internet-connected devices are growing in popularity. This means that your business website is being accessed by almost anyone, anywhere and on all types of device and that you must be prepared with a website that is compatible with the demands and restrictions unique to each device.

Here are the results of how more than 1,000 American adults responded when asked if they personally own specific types of devices.

 

Yes, have (2005) %

Yes, have (2013) %

DVD or Blu-ray player

83

80

Wireless Internet access, or Wi-Fi, in your home

—

73

Cable TV

68

68

Laptop computer

30

64

Smartphone, that is, a cellular phone that has built-in applications and Internet access, such as an iPhone of Android

—

62

VCR

88

58

Desktop computer

65

57

Basic cellular phone that is not a smartphone

78

45

iPod or MP3 music player

19

45

Video game system, such as Xbox of PlayStation

36

41

An Internet streaming service like Hulu, Netflix or Roku

—

39

Tablet computer such as an iPad or Kindle Fire

—

38

Satelite TV

30

34

E-reader, such as a Kindle or Nook

—

26

Source: Gallup Economy

The stats that stand out from a Web Design and SEO perspective include:

  • Desktop computers (57%) are becoming almost as obsolete as VCRs (58%). This suggests that screen sizes your website is being displayed on is shrinking … fast!
  • Ownership of laptop computers has nearly doubled since 2005, showing consumer’s desire to have portable electronic devices. Screen sizes for laptops are typically smaller than for desktops.
  • Nearly 4 out of 10 respondents own a tablet, which means a website that is thumb friendly is growing in importance.
  • More than 6 out of 10 respondents have a smartphone with Apps and Internet access, and 73% of homes have WiFi. This means even if people are in their homes they can be accessing your website from their phone and need a website that is usable on a small screen.

The key takeaway is that consumers are become more and more portable or mobile with how they use electronics. They also own a range of electronic devices to access the internet which warrants a mobile friendly website design.

Stop and think: Is your website providing a good experience for all your visitors and from all their devices, regardless of screen size and functionality (ex. touchscreen)?

In This Article

  • Do older generations use Smarthpones and Tablets?
  • Here are 3 quick reasons for a mobile responsive website:

Do older generations use Smarthpones and Tablets?

The study goes on to compare electronic device ownership within the  65+ generation. Does it surprise you that:

  • 1 in 4 people over the age of 65 own a Smarthpone?
  • 1 in 4 people over the age of 65 own a Tablet?

This is proof that even if you claim your target market is an older generation that isn’t tech savvy that they are becoming more mobile in their Internet devices.

Here are 3 quick reasons for a mobile responsive website:

  1. Search Engines favor them in mobile search results.
  2. Non-mobile websites can be very hard to use on Smartphones and Tablets, often causing your visitor to give up and find an easier to use website.
  3. Mobile responsive websites are still fairly new and you can gain big advantages by getting on board before your competition.

Read more about Mobile Web Design in these articles:

Why Google and Bing Leaders Say Mobile is the Most Important Search Factor

Is Your Mobile Experience Annoying Customers?

4 Ways to Measure Mobile Site Design and Usability

If you are wondering how to go mobile with your website in 2014 give us a call at 888-262-6687. We can help you understand your mobile potential and exactly what is needed to optimize your mobile presence.


Carissa Krause

Carissa Krause is a Digital Marketing and Project Specialist at 1st on the List. Over the last 12+ years she has worked in our Abbotsford office with clients on a wide range of projects that include areas like local SEO, project reporting, backlink profile review, content development, strategic planning, and more. Whatever the project may be Carissa focuses on achieving greater efficiencies and putting plans into action. When away from her desk you’ll likely find her drinking all the coffee while sitting on the floor driving cars with her two young boys. Learn more about Carissa.
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