GCSE Media Studies · key term

Technological convergence

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The bringing together of previously separate media functions or technologies, allowing a device such as a smartphone to play music, show videos and support social interaction.

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AQA GCSE Media Studies · 8572

Paper 1

Technological convergence makes these activities possible on one device. A smartphone user can watch a video, read a discussion and recommend it to friends without moving between separate media technologies.
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