Carlee Swartz
cs331016@ohio.edu
The people of this generation have had the privilege of watching technology grow quickly within a time span of just 20 years. From the first iPhone to flat-screen TVs, we have created a world where taking technology to the next level is a must in a demanding market. The product that has had tech-savvy consumers raving is the drone device. This device replicates a model airplane that can fly using a remote control. The different possible uses for this device have become endless after hitting the market for an affordable price.
Drones have become a huge step in the right direction for new photography purposes. It's allowed photographers to get more precise and unique shots of scenery and animals which they wouldn't have before. They've also created a new way to deliver mail as different shipping companies have discussed using drones to deliver packages or mail for faster delivery.
With advancements in technology comes criticism and doubt from some consumers. Now that drones have the ability to film videos and take pictures while up in the air, there is the worry that there could be an invasion of privacy as well as unwanted surveillance. Now that the drones are available to the public at an affordable price, it will be easier for anyone to take videos of whatever they want without the permission of others. In this article, it mentions the laws that were created before and after the creation of drone devices. Although, many of these laws may vary from each different state.
Most of the ethical laws you will read regarding drone usage are mostly common-sense, but unfortunately, these laws had to be stated due to others already making the mistake of doing them in the first place. There have already been numerous legal cases involving drones such as people walking their dogs with drones, injuries from drones, and much more. This article lists just a handful of incidents that have been caused due to drone fails.
There have been many controversial conversations about whether drones should be available to anyone. In today's society, technology's intent is to create new and innovative ways to make our lives easier. The question is where to draw the line between innovative and safe to use. Until people can maintain the laws and recommendations by officials, the use of drones may continue to create disruption in our society.
Carlee, I thought your blog post was interesting because my dad is a pilot and recently started flying drones. The technology evolving up to drones is crazy and I enjoyed reading what you wrote about the invasion of privacy aspect. My dad uses his to film the progression of construction projects that different companies hire him to film. I am now curious about the laws that will be in place to make sure drones do not disrupt or harm society.
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