Week13(extra credit)- Technology Assignment-CHEN SIYU진사우

 1. What did you do?

For this Technology Assignment, each of us spent an entire day without using certain modern technologies. Yu Jie chose to avoid her phone and computer, and even washed clothes by hand instead of using a washing machine. Wu Jiachen did not use his phone, computer, or the elevator, choosing to take the stairs instead. Chen Siyu avoided her phone, computer, and also didn’t use the subway, opting to walk or ride a bicycle instead. We all used pen and paper to record our observations and experiences throughout the day.


2. What did you learn?

This experience taught us just how much we depend on modern technology in our daily lives. While we managed to get by for a day, we realized that giving up these tools completely would be extremely difficult in the long run. For example, not having a washing machine or an elevator made things much more tiring and time-consuming. Without the subway or smartphones, travel and communication became much less efficient. Most importantly, we learned to think more critically about how we use technology—how to make the most of it without becoming overly dependent. 


3. Was it fun?

Even though it was a bit challenging at first, overall, the experience was actually quite fun. It gave us a chance to slow down and notice the small things we usually overlook when we’re glued to our devices. Yu Jie enjoyed more face-to-face conversations, Wu Jiachen saw new views while climbing the stairs, and Chen Siyu had a different perspective on her daily commute by biking instead of taking the subway. In the end, it was a refreshing and interesting experience that gave us a new appreciation for the technology we often take for granted.

Comments

  1. 吕洋丞June 1, 2025 at 11:25 PM

    This blog post reads very smoothly and presents the technology experiment process in a clear and detailed way—such as not using a phone, switching to pen and paper, and avoiding the subway. These specific examples make it easy for readers to immerse themselves in the experience. I especially appreciated the third question, which touched on emotional changes like slowing down to notice street scenes and having more face-to-face interactions. It felt like more than just an experiment—it was a chance to rediscover everyday life.

    However, I think the reflection in the second question could go a step further. For example, while you mentioned our deep dependence on technology, could some of these habits actually be changed gradually? Like limiting screen time each day or choosing to walk more often? Adding some thoughts about “future actions” could make this blog post not just an observation, but the beginning of a shift in mindset.

    Also, if you could share a bit more about your emotional journey—like “I felt anxious at first without my phone, but later found it surprisingly freeing”—it would make the article more personal and emotionally engaging.

    Overall, this is a rich and insightful blog post. It even made me wonder if we should all try a no-phone day each week. Great job!

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