A study in the United Kingdom by GfK NOP concluded that nearly one out of every eight men would happily ditch their girlfriend (but not their hair) for a gadget they desired. Gadgets, in the study, were classified as an HDTV, iPod or other desirable tech object. 16 to 24 year olds were the most trigger-happy when it came dumping off their leading lady for a toy, as 17% claimed they would happily make the switch. Married couples fared better, as only 2% of folks 55 to 65 said they would ditch their long-term marriages for something from Best Buy. Also, guys are not out of the clear completely, as 6% of women surveyed said they would leave their scrub for the hottest chic gadget on the market.
What is to be learned from this? Well, the obvious notion is that people are overwhelmingly materialistic en masse. I really cannot understand the rationale in why/how someone could do something like this. True gadgets are fun and great, but they’re no substitute for having a significant other in your life. Also, ladies, beware that Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and maybe consider getting your man that gadget he has been longing for. Otherwise, don’t be surprised come February 14th when you get the snub and February 15th when you see your ex-boyfriend at the mall with one arm around his new gal and the other holding his new iPod.
Already a few names comes to mind…haha 
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I don’t understand why they had to spend money on conducting this study. 10 out 10 guys can tell you gadgets are much cool than girls.