How does the technology within the novel compare to our current technology?

There are a number of similarities between the technology of our world and that of Fahrenheit 451. Firstly, although we do not have TV walls such as those in Montag's parlor, television is a deeply ingrained part of our society. Many people have widescreen or 3D televisions in their home, giving a similar effect to the "parlor walls," and many people watch soap opera programs, just like Mildred. Moreover, in our society, we also...

There are a number of similarities between the technology of our world and that of Fahrenheit 451. Firstly, although we do not have TV walls such as those in Montag's parlor, television is a deeply ingrained part of our society. Many people have widescreen or 3D televisions in their home, giving a similar effect to the "parlor walls," and many people watch soap opera programs, just like Mildred. Moreover, in our society, we also broadcast live-action police chases, just like we see in Part Three of the novel when Montag is fleeing the city. 

Secondly, we can compare the Seashell radio and Faber's communications device to our use of mobile phones. The Seashell and the communication device work in a similar way, enabling the user to connect with the outside world. However, our mobile devices go one step further as we are able to take photographs and browse the Internet.