This test is in line with a recent poll by SquareTrade, which found that eight out of ten people feel emotionally connected to their phones, with nearly half confessing they "wouldn't be able to function" in their daily routines without them.
Eight in 10 Brits are emotionally attached to their smartphones A new video has highlighted our emotional bond with smartphones, showing just how deeply we are tied to our gadgets.
"Smartphones are essential to our daily lives, but this dependence also makes them prime targets for theft and loss, disrupting everything from work to personal security," Gillian commented.
The video features participants taking part in a "connection test," which gauges their emotional reactions to beloved possessions including their mobile phones.
For 44% of those surveyed, their phones are crucial for taking photos and capturing memories, with one in three expressing concern about losing these digital mementos.
