Technology for me is definitely something that I want rather than I need. I could easily get through my day without having my phone in my pocket all day. However, I also feel an irrational need to stay up to date with my devices in order to be a part of my community. In reality, the most recent iPhone isn't necessary for me at all, I could get on with my day using an old model. But, because of the internal pressure to stay up to date with my peers, I feel the need to spend my money on new cell phones and new technology. When buying these products I don't really need I also rarely ever to take into account the impact these products are having on my environment. It hardly ever occurs to me that my need to be a part of my community through the technology I own will negatively impact my community and world in ways I could've never imagined. Do any of you think that you buy tech products in order to stay current and be included in the community around you?