bocadillo
Water Gypsy
I had this discussion with mg yesterday.
None of the things you highlight are necessary, Talking Balls isn't necessary, the Internet isn't necessary and electricity isn't necessary.
If we were to only include the necesseties on our life, we'd just have shelter, food and drink.
Necessary is dull, what's wrong with wants and desires?
If I were to accept what you say, what of the new features do you actually want and/or desire?