There have been many debates on whether phone usage is a distraction in public settings and should be limited to its use. Cell phone usage can be defined as any application of the cell phone as a tool, including talking, text messaging, game playing or the sheer accessibility of the instrument. Today, nearly two-thirds (64%) of U.S. adults own a smartphone, up from 35% in 2011 (Anderson). Due to this increase, many people have adapted to the advancements in technology with provided apps and services, which makes it easier to access family and friends on a global scale. Cell phones are the perfect way to stay connected with others and provide the user with a sense of security (Kingston). Many people have found it easier to reach emergency help in dire situations and many lives have been saved because of it (Gross). However, the negatives still stand.
Social impact is seen as one of the biggest changes brought upon cell phone use. Various social networking sites such as; Twitter, Instagram, …show more content…
Many business benefit from the use of cellphones from the employees, all the way up to the conglomerates.Traditional marketing mediums such as the radio, TV commercials and print ads are not as commonly used due to the expensive cost of its distribution.. However, with the versatile functions in our cell phones the businesses can connect with their targeted customers for free and on an even broader audience range (Ali). Many businesses like to contact employees via text message to present job opportunities and business ventures within the business making cell phone usage an economical frontier and a creator of employment beneficiaries. It also give one the flexibility to work while away from the office making it easier to contact clients and schedule meetings while away from your computer. (Forneris 2016), increasing the ability to
Social impact is seen as one of the biggest changes brought upon cell phone use. Various social networking sites such as; Twitter, Instagram, …show more content…
Many business benefit from the use of cellphones from the employees, all the way up to the conglomerates.Traditional marketing mediums such as the radio, TV commercials and print ads are not as commonly used due to the expensive cost of its distribution.. However, with the versatile functions in our cell phones the businesses can connect with their targeted customers for free and on an even broader audience range (Ali). Many businesses like to contact employees via text message to present job opportunities and business ventures within the business making cell phone usage an economical frontier and a creator of employment beneficiaries. It also give one the flexibility to work while away from the office making it easier to contact clients and schedule meetings while away from your computer. (Forneris 2016), increasing the ability to