Explanation:
Television (TV) has been a popular form of telecommunication and mass media since it became widely available in many developed countries after the Second World War. In fact, nearly 80% of homes around the world owned a television in 2013. However, increased global internet accessibility and the introduction of new means of consuming media may challenge the dominance of the traditional television. Watching TV has seasonal shifts, with a peak during the winter season. The top-ranking countries in TV consumption of highlighted below.
Countries That Watch the Most TV
United States
Americans watch more television than any other country in the world. So how much do they watch? It is estimated that Americans spend 270 minutes per day watching TV. Despite an observed decline due to online streaming options, Americans still rank first in terms of television watched. Interestingly, youths watch less TV than older segments of the population. The United States has numerous TV channels and subchannels that feature content such as news, sports, children's programs, religion, and outdoor life.
Poland
Poland ranks second in average time spent watching television. The average time spent watching TV in Poland is 264 daily minutes per viewer. This figure only includes live television and excludes previously recorded programs. There are few public channels, but numerous privately-owned stations were created after the fall of communism, and have customized content that suits viewer needs.
