Title: Smartphone Use In Journalism: Assessing Its Effect On Reporting Practices And Content Quality
Authors: Olagoke, Olawale, Israel
Volume: 9
Issue: 8
Pages: 261-266
Publication Date: 2025/08/28
Abstract:
This study investigated smartphone usage in journalism. The study made used of quantitative research design method using the survey research design with the aid of questionnaire which was used for data collection. The population of the study are journalists from Oyo and Lagos Chapter of the Nigeria Union of Journalist. A sample size of 120 respondents were used for the study while data analysis was done with the aid of SPSS software 25.0 using percentages and frequency tables, mean and standard deviation. The finding revealed that smartphones enable journalists to report from anywhere, at any time, making it easier to cover breaking news and events. Also it was found that smartphones allow journalists to capture high-quality photos, videos, and audio recordings, enhancing storytelling and multimedia content creation. Furthermore, it was revealed that some of the challenges journalists face when using smartphones for reporting include data security which has to do with protecting sensitive information and sources from hacking, security risks. The study recommended that media organizations should invest more in new technology so as to stay abreast of the latest trend in journalism.