iPods Making Employees Dumber

"The iPod has become the latest workplace tool, with employers using the gadget to train new recruits.

But the technology behind it could be making employees dumber, says an industry expert.

He said the purpose of handing out iPods was to help employees combat first-day jitters and to improve staff retention rates.

However, while the iPods - currently very popular in the finance and consultancy sectors - are beneficial in providing "last minute" information, Mr Sabharwal said they made people forgetful.

He said another problem with the iPod was that it discouraged staff interaction."

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