Acceptance of new technology among consumers is on the rise, a new survey shows. About 28 percent of consumers said they are more inclined to accept new technology, while 4 percent are more skeptical of new technology compared to a year ago, according to a study conducted by Harris Interactive. The majority, 68 percent, said their attitude toward technology has remained unchanged over the past year. A total of 1,174 adult consumers were polled online for the survey, conducted in September.