POLL: Technology in the bedroom: yes or no?

8 years ago

TV, smartphones, fitness trackers, smart watches, laptops, tablets… Technology is everywhere – even in our bedrooms.

When it comes to your bedroom – do you allow gadgets or do you prefer to keep your bedroom tech-free? Vote below and leave a comment sharing your experience!

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Yes, definitely!

No way!

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8 years ago

I'm a big fan of the bedroom staying tech free, you need at least one space in your home away from gadgets.

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embzop
8 years ago
Yes to technology that enhances the sleeping / waking experience. I have a dawn waking light that gradually wakes me up. I use my phone instead of an alarm clock so I can choose different types of alarms or music to wake me up. It's also great if two people share a room. Stick the phone under your pillow and it's less likely to wake you partner up. I won't have anything like tvs in the bedroom.
Karin Madgwick
8 years ago
Very bad Fengtai shui. The bedroom is supposed to be a sanctuary to escape from the crazy world.
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User
8 years ago
I'm indifferent, we have a tv but rarely use it. I do believe children's bedrooms should be kept tech free though as they'd never go to sleep!
lolllie
8 years ago
Wi-Fi in the bedroom is a bad idea. If you struggle to get a good nights sleep turn the Wi-Fi off and all electrical gadgets. Science is starting to understand how these items can interfere with some people are sensitive emf. I have never had a good nights sleep when I have forgotten to turn the Wi-fi off and the phone is next to my head, beside the bed. It is usually in the morning after tossing and turning all night, that I go to turn my Wi-fi on, on the phone and realise has been on all night. It's happened too many time for it to be a coincidence. The bedroom should be peaceful and tranquil to promote winding down before going to sleep. Lots of people struggle to do this. I still struggle.
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8 years ago
....technology is the future of a good nights sleep....
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8 years ago
Yes, technology is undeniably a huge part of our daily lives and should be extended to bedroom too...
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European Bathrooms
8 years ago
Technology has it's place in every room. Kitchen, bathrooms....
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Secret Linen Store
8 years ago
Ditching technology in the bedroom is bound to lead to a better night's sleep. TV's and phones just act as a distraction to actually getting a good night's sleep. We found lots of people find reading a book helps with the 'falling asleep' process.
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User
8 years ago
Bedroom should be tech free and ideally blocking all radio waves too. Good night's sleep doesn't need interference. Some things should stay the good old way!
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studio m architects
8 years ago
Your bedroom should be a sanctuary, an escape space from the technology overload of the day
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Studio180°
8 years ago
Our bodies/ energy systems are bombarded daily with all these WiFi waves which can't be really healthy. So at least in the bedroom it should be calm and tech free to calm and recharge ones "battery". In case someone can't be without their gadgets, it would be good to maybe place a few black tourmaline stones around the room to help to absorb the electromagnetic energy.
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7 years ago
The bedroom is a tranquil place and technology can distract when you're trying to get some peace.
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7 years ago
It's distracting.
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7 years ago
I've voted yes because I love watching netflix in bed. :)
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Barry Perrin Lighting And Interiors
7 years ago
It is a good way to relax after a hard day at work.
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Mari's House And Garden
7 years ago
it's good to have at least tv in bedroom to watch favourite movies comfortable.
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AG Interiors
7 years ago
Tech free for me other than charging my mobile phone over night ..... can't stand TVs in bedrooms .....
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New Creation Interiors UK
7 years ago
I like to keep the bedroom gadget free - it's a place to wind down...with a good book!
Romain Brunache
7 years ago
A bedroom is a place to rest, not to get connected
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Geyser Radiators
7 years ago
In a fast paced world I don't see why technology can't be beneficial in the bedroom...the Atlantic Maradja range of electric radiators that we offer can be controlled remotely by a smartphone app; this case has tech helping you relax. You can adjust the temperature without having to leave the comfort of your bed!
Tribbletrouble44152k7 Trek
7 years ago
I've had to take it with me as I didn't want the kids on the open internet unsupervised. Anything I left in the loungeroom they'd nab.
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Ground Kontrol Ltd
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We find that our clients prefer a range of tech in the bedroom from lighting control, heat control, wifi and mostly tv distribution

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