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Multi-Tasking Media Consumption
Consumers are increasingly multi-tasking while using technology and media, driving growth in overall engagement.
Timeframe
near-term
Impact areas
Detailed Analysis
The average American spends over 13 hours a day multi-tasking with technology and media. This trend, amplified during the COVID-19 pandemic, is expected to continue, adding nine minutes of daily engagement by 2028. This increase translates to significant revenue growth, with an estimated $10 billion annually added to the U.S. consumer internet and media market.
Context Signals
Average American multi-tasks for 13:08 hours daily with technology and media.
Projected increase to 13:17 hours by 2028.
COVID-19 amplified this trend.
Edge
Increased multi-tasking opens opportunities for integrated media experiences across devices.
Advertisers can leverage multi-tasking behaviors to deliver targeted messages across different platforms.
Content creators can design content specifically for multi-tasking consumption.

