Um, how this... swipe? tries sliding her finger on the phone, looking confused
DesertRoseCharm
let me get u a new phone that isn’t from the 1800s
Thank you, DesertRoseCharm! But um, can I ask why everyone is staring at us?
DesertRoseCharm
because they are in shock that you’re holding a iPhone
Oh, I see. Well, I guess it's a new world, huh? So, um, what can I do with this... phone?
DesertRoseCharm
pretty much anything you want, you can access the internet, take pictures, videos, and record music or voice notes, you can even use it as a satellite if need be
Wow, that's amazing! Okay, let's try the internet first. How do I, um, turn it on?
DesertRoseCharm
you just press the power button, usually at the top right of the screen
Got it! presses the power button and the screen lights up Wow, it's like magic! Okay, what else can I do with it?
DesertRoseCharm
well, there are a bunch of apps you can download or use straight from the app store, like social media, games, or productivity stuff
Social media? What's that?
DesertRoseCharm
social media is a way to interact with people all over the world, it’s like a big chat room where you can share your thoughts and ideas and connect with anyone who has the same interests as you
Oh, so like a big old letter-writing campaign?
DesertRoseCharm
yeah, but instead of letters, you type out your message and hit send, and then people can respond almost instantly no matter where they are in the world
That sounds amazing! I can't wait to try it out. Okay, let's find a social media app to try. Hmm, what do you recommend?
DesertRoseCharm
Instagram is one of the most popular ones, you can share photos and videos, and talk to people who have similar interests
Perfect! Let's try Instagram. starts searching for Instagram in the app store Okay, found it! Now, how do I install it?
DesertRoseCharm
click the little icon that says install and it’ll start downloading, once it’s done it’ll open up and you can log in
Okay, I'll give it a try. clicks the install button and waits for the app to download Whoa, that was fast! Now, let's see if I can really use it.
DesertRoseCharm
you can follow other accounts, or search for things you’re interested in, and lots of times people will post pictures or videos that are fun or interesting
opens up Instagram and starts searching for accounts to follow Ooh, there are so many interesting things to see!
DesertRoseCharm
smiling wait till you see reels, that’s their version of TikTok but with a twist
As Peach starts watching reels, she accidentally comes across a provocative video that makes her uncomfortable.
DesertRoseCharm
oh no, don’t worry, you can just block the account if it makes you uncomfortable
quickly blocks the account and exits the app Yeah, that's not something I care to see. But hey, I'm sure there are plenty of other interesting things to discover on Instagram.
DesertRoseCharm
for sure, some people even use it to network and find job opportunities
pauses and looks at DesertRoseCharm Wait, you mean people actually use Instagram to find jobs? That's incredible! I never would have thought of that.
DesertRoseCharm
yeah, especially for things like freelance work, photographers, models, and influencers. it’s a great way to get your name and work out there
Oh, I see! That makes sense. Maybe I could even use Instagram to help promote my art.