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Eggers in passage 2 paragraph 4 states that smart cities’ developments in technology have resulted in tangible social benefits for all. Examples include less congestion on roads, a lower crime rate and less energy wastage. This is applicable in my society as technology has indeed improved the quality of life in those aspects. Bus timings are now available online, allowing commuters to easily access and plan their journey. This ensures that passengers do not have to wait endlessly for their bus routes but can plan alternate routes if they find that there is a traffic jam somewhere which will add much time to the journey. Similarly, the Electronic Road Pricing aims to reduce traffic congestion by charging drivers who pass by crowded roads during peak hours (By 2024, satellite system charges once car moves, encouraging more people to take public transport-> reduce car numbers using hard power, reduce carbon emissions) Biometric scanning is also starting to be used at immigration checkpoints in Singapore as a more accurate and efficient identification system. The added benefit of technology is its endless capabilities as it is continually evolving and improving. Even if there are no solutions to problems faced in the world now, we can be hopeful that there will be an answer in the future. This is especially impactful in Singapore because of our educated and affluent populace. Citizens can thus afford such technology and know how to make use of it without much difficulties. The government is also constantly employing different smart technology to push Singapore to be a more progressive society. As such, technology undoubtedly does add much value to our life today.