Articles Tagged ‘Media Technology Monitor’

Canadian internet connections have reached saturation: study

A new study by the MTM shows that for the first time in two decades, home internet connections and rates of internet use have gone down.

Wearable growth slowed by lagging interest in smart watches: study

A new eMarketer study found that global shipments for fitness trackers are healthy, but the market has not been boosted by the advent of the Apple Watch as previously expected.

Has new media changed seniors’ love of TV and print?

New research from MTM also shows older English speakers use tablets over smartphones.

Torontonians over-index on tablets, Montrealers love online video: Study

The MTM’s new study on tech and media trends across various Canadian markets shows that where you live in the country might say something about your tech habits.

Binge-watching isn’t just for millennials: study

The MTM’s new research finds that binge-watching is increasingly popular with those over 50, and Netflix is now outpacing PVR and live TV.

Anglophones dominate in smartphone ownership and online video: study

English speakers also spend an average of six more hours online per week than their French-speaking counterparts.

Podcast listening continues to rise: MTM

Thought to have plateaued a couple years ago, the platform has seen a resurgence in recent years according to new research.

Canadians’ number-one music streamer is YouTube: study

A new MTM survey found that while the penetration of audio streaming services hasn’t changed much, Canadians are listening to more streamed content per week than before.

Netflix growth undaunted by local competitors: study

Despite the low price point of the service, there’s still a positive correlation between household income and subscription rates.

Not all millennials are created equal: study

A new MTM study shows that while people aged 18 to 34 unite in areas like smartphone use and OTT, Gen Y and Gen Z differ on tech tools like tablets and wearables.

Social media use may have peaked: study

Plus, while Facebook remains the most popular social network, its users tend to spend less time online than users of sites like Reddit.

Broadcasters rule, but news aggregators rising: study

The Media Technology Monitor’s annual report on news consumption also outlines how wealthier, better-educated Canadians differ from the rest.

Do Canadians know if they’re watching online TV?

MTM has amended its viewership stats after finding that not all respondents thought OTT services counted as online TV watching.

Are rabbit ears cool again?

Millennials and those living in urban areas are driving the jump in antenna use, according to new numbers from Media Technology Monitor.

TV my way: Canada’s newest target?

The latest MTM study on media technology adoption reports the rise of a new audience category.