audience behaviour
15 September 2026
Three in four Americans use phones while watching TV
Omdia reports three in four American television viewers use smartphones while watching, meaning the biggest screen no longer commands undivided attention.
“Omdia reports three in four American television viewers use smartphones while watching, meaning the biggest screen no longer commands undivided attention. The behaviour now spans older audiences too, challenging broadcasters and advertisers to design formats that survive constant second-screen competition.”Watch the full briefing