Feasibility and User-Friendliness of the Technology
Participants’ expectations regarding the technology were influenced by their previous experiences with computers, tablets, smartphones, and other mobile devices. In general, most participants were familiar with the technology, described the use of technology as exciting, and did not consider it to be a problem. Even those who were not accustomed to using technology expressed their eagerness to use it and indicated that it was interesting to learn something new.Some participants expressed concerns about using technology and shared negative perceptions and expectations. They mentioned feeling insecure and facing difficulties when using technology that they were not accustomed to. Besides, some had a strong need for control and therefore always found it difficult to manage new technology, as it was associated with a fear of making mistakes.Some participants made more neutral statements, assuming that the technology would not be a problem but acknowledging that they would not know for sure until they had used it. Others mentioned that they had not given much thought about the technology aspect at all.Despite some participants expressing a lack of confidence in the technology, they expected that they would gradually learn to use it. They understood that the technology was new and might require some effort to understand, but they were generally confident that they would learn to use it step by step. Additionally, some participants appreciated the convenience of a tablet, as it is easy to carry and use.That it’s pretty simple, it feels like, it’s pretty good, I think since I have a tablet. Because it’s a larger screen than a phone and not as clumsy as a computer. I think it’s a good tool. Easy to bring with you if you happen to be somewhere else and so on. It feels good.