Abstract
Applying self-determination theory, this study investigates how users’ tracking behaviors relate to self-determination in the use of smart wearables, which enhances their intrinsic motivation (i.e., enjoyment) to use the device across age groups. An online survey with 494 smartwatch users aged 18 to 76 shows that the frequency of fitness data tracking is positively related to competence, autonomy, and relatedness needs fulfillment; only need for autonomy is positively associated with enjoyment. Age moderates the mediating effect of autonomy on the relationship between tracking fitness data and enjoyment. The findings are discussed from theoretical and practical perspectives.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 1399-1409 |
| Number of pages | 11 |
| Journal | International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction |
| Volume | 38 |
| Issue number | 15 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 2022 |
| Externally published | Yes |
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ASJC Scopus Subject Areas
- Human Factors and Ergonomics
- Human-Computer Interaction
- Computer Science Applications