The video discusses various aspects of life in South Korea. It highlights the country's obsession with smartphones, its impressive internet infrastructure, and the prevalence of cosmetics and skincare among both men and women. The video also mentions the unique cultural factors contributing to low crime rates, such as respect and strong education. It touches on the organization and efficiency in public spaces like subways and addresses issues like hidden cameras. The video briefly mentions the famous Gangnam district and its association with the song "Gangnam Style." Overall, it provides a glimpse into the distinctive features of South Korean society and culture.
1. In 2021, 97% of Koreans used smartphones in their daily lives.
2. Samsung, a South Korean brand, leads the sale of smartphones in the country, followed by Apple.
3. A normal Korean spends an average of 9 hours a day on their smartphone.
4. Cameras are ubiquitous in Korea, with cameras found inside buses, subways, and public squares.
5. In 2021, there were less than 500 people arrested for robberies in Korea, a country with one million inhabitants.
6. South Korea has a low crime rate, partly due to respect and education being deeply ingrained in their culture.
7. South Korea has a high number of hidden cameras, particularly in shampoos, public showers, and even hotel rooms.
8. South Korea was one of the poorest countries in the world 60 years ago but has undergone a significant transformation under a government that decided to base its economy on the book market.
9. Companies like LG, Samsung, and Hyundai, which were helped by this government, have grown so big that they account for more than 44% of the GDP in Korea.
10. Many Koreans dream of working for these top companies, leading to intense studying and working habits.
11. The population of Korea is declining due to late marriage and childbirth, with a study predicting that the population will be extinct by the year 2750.
12. South Korea has a highly organized society, with people making room for each other on the subway and quickly arranging cars after traffic accidents.
13. South Korea has the best internet in the world and Starcraft, a video game, is the national sport.
14. Men in South Korea consume a quarter of all the cosmetic products aimed at men worldwide.
15. The song Gangnam Style, featuring Psy, became so popular that it was the first video to reach 1 billion views on YouTube.