I see no reason to chase the mystery trend any more now than I did when I started working with computers in 1962.
It is not "technology," nor is it being a "luddite;" it is just being sensible about your life.

If you have recently looked at Terrestial Television, you will see that the level of broadcasting material is simply infantile. Those kids who grew up with Saturday morning television are still watching dumb shows. Hopefully, the next generation will force better standards later.