I think the media form I have the biggest love/hate relationship with is text messages, which I assume falls into digital media. I love that text messages are so easy to send and receive; i love that texts are quick and to the point; I love that text messages are somewhat more acceptable in public than a loud phone conversation; I love that you can secretly text someone in the same room without much notice from others. However, what I hate about text messages, like emails, social media, blogs, etc., there is a lack in tone. People cannot appreciate my sarcasm like they could in a live conversation. I also think that when there is a delay in text messages in a conversation, the meanings can become muddled and difficult to follow.
I love text messages for the same reasons you do. Also agree, that if you have something really important to say it is best done in person or on the phone. There is something about the sound of the human voice that is important for communication. Did you watch the movie Her yes? I think it addresses these issues.
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