Technology can be amazing. My new cell phone (Note 4) is a perfect example of well designed technology that helps me be productive. The other technology that has a large impact on my daily productivity is my Zagg keyboard. The smaller size lets me type even faster while the slight arch is an ergonomic win. Unfortunately, all too often, I watch technology take over someone's life and become a hindrance. Watching friends eat out and never make eye contact because they are both texting during the meal is heartbreaking. Balancing multiple cell phones can make answering the phone a juggling act.
The trick is to find a level of acceptance that allows technology to interface with your life – not interfere.