Have Emojis Replaced Emotions?
As the Digital Age Expands Our "Connections," We’re Losing the Value of Face-to-Face Relationships
What could be more human than conversation, and what better time than now to converse? The desire to connect is a powerful force, technology a mighty conduit.
Last month, when renowned astrophysicist Stephen Hawking joined Sina Weibo, China’s version of Twitter, he racked up more than 2 million followers in two days. His first post, which appeared in both English and Chinese, read: “In my physical travels, I have only been able to touch the surface of your fascinating history and culture. But now I can communicate with you through …