Just because something became common, and comfortable, doesn't mean it will stop being economically significant. Otherwise, after the first internet bubble burst, the web design business would crash and burn, along with the the online advertising business, and online shopping business. Social networks, online shopping and gadgets are here to stay, in one form or another, and they will be huge revenue streams for companies which produce the best products.

Good luck with your business on distance learning, it sure is promising, hope it works out as you expect.