The pie charts illustrate the proportion of different devices used by individuals aged 18 to 25 to watch television in Canada in two separate years.
Overall, there was a significant shift in viewing preferences, with a decline in the use of traditional television and an increase in mobile-based devices. While conventional TV was the most popular device in the first year, smartphones and tablets gained prominence in the later year.
In the first year, traditional television accounted for the largest proportion of viewers, at 34%. Laptops were the second most commonly used device, making up 20% of total usage, followed by desktops at 18%. Meanwhile, smartphones and tablets were the least used devices, at 15% and 13%, respectively.
By the second year, the popularity of mobile devices increased significantly. Smartphone usage nearly doubled to 35%, overtaking traditional television, which saw a sharp decline to 20%. Tablet usage also grew, rising from 13% to 19%. Conversely, laptop and desktop usage decreased slightly, accounting for 18% and 8%, respectively.
In summary, the trend indicates a growing preference for smartphones and tablets among young viewers, while traditional television has become less dominant.