Survey Finds Russians Feel Uneasy Without Their Mobile Phones
Recent findings reveal that a majority of Russians feel uneasy when they are without their mobile devices. The study was conducted among users who rely on the Get a Charge service for portable power banks, and the results were shared with socialbites.ca for an in-depth look at how dependence on smartphones shapes daily life. The data paints a picture of a culture where the phone has become a constant companion, often weighing into comfort, routines, and even sleep patterns.
When asked about their emotional state without a phone, 30% of respondents said they felt uncomfortable because they could not perform everyday tasks in the way they are accustomed to. A smaller segment, 5%, described themselves as very nervous, worrying about missing important calls or messages from loved ones or colleagues, and feeling uncertain about using a manager or feature they rely on. Close to one in five participants admitted feeling panicky or unsettled when disconnected from their device. In contrast, 45% of those surveyed indicated that they remained calm when they were not in contact, suggesting a variance in attachment levels across the population.
The study also explored usage habits, revealing that more than half of respondents spend over six hours daily with their phone in hand. A notable portion confirmed this pattern, while 17% report using their device for 2 to 3 hours each day and 33% use a smartphone for less than an hour. These numbers illustrate a broad range of engagement, from constant presence to minimal daily reliance, highlighting that smartphone habits are far from uniform even within a single country.
Sleep and phone behavior form another important part of the picture. About 54% of participants sleep with their mobile phones nearby, and among those, half keep the device audible during the night. Nearly half of the respondents who return home from work report leaving their phones in one place and letting them rest there until morning, indicating that many people still separate work life from rest periods even in a world of pervasive connectivity.
Device ownership patterns add another layer of context. A clear majority, around 70%, use a single smartphone. A smaller group keeps two phones at once, and a very small share, roughly 3%, owns more than two smartphones. Interestingly, 17% of respondents use a smartphone that includes two SIM cards, reflecting a practical approach to balancing work, travel, and personal life with one device family or network strategy.
These insights align with earlier reports that push-button phones once popular among younger users for reducing gadget dependency have given way to more capable smart devices. The shift toward smartphones is evident in the data, with increasing numbers of people relying on these devices for everyday tasks, communication, and entertainment. The findings underscore how digital life is woven into daily routines, making mobility and constant connectivity a defining feature of modern living. [Source: socialbites.ca]