Saturday, December 5, 2009

Smart phones may be making a smart society

By: Pete Thackston

Much of the distribution of knowledge can be accredited to the smart phones that dominate the mobile phone industry today. By definition smart phones are mobile phones offering advanced capabilities, often with PC-like functionality. Four years ago the majority of smart phone users were later-aged business professionals. Today the scenario is far different. The smart phone market is engulfed the entire phone market. Smart phone users' age today range from all ages. The dominant use and vast capabilities of smart phones has led to the distribution of knowledge.

The primary reason for the growth in knowledge from smart phones is the capability to connect to the internet, and search the World Wide Web for any information at any time. The internet is a source for an unending amount of knowledge. Often times if we are asked a question and we don't know the answer, we suggest 'Google it" to find the answer.

Communication across boundaries is a form of knowledge that applies to smart phones. Phones today are capable to provide updates on practically anything. They allow users to download applications for designated updates. Whether it is scores from sporting events, ebay bid notifications, or what the whether is like in Iraq, update applications are available for all things.

The internet access of smart phones will continue to provide people with knowledge. With time, as phones become more efficient (quicker) with accessing internet information, people will begin to gain knowledge even more, giving birth to a ‘smarter society’ from smart phones.

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