Is it acceptable to use your mobile phone EVERYWHERE now?

mobile-phone-closeup.jpgWe all know we use our mobile phones far too often, so when we came across research detailing whereabouts we end up texting, calling and Facebook stalking, we weren’t at all surprised that the results revealed we actually do those things EVERYWHERE.

However, as we started reading the stats from a recent survey into mobile phone usage and found that 55% admitted to using their phones in bed and 34% stated that they often use their mobiles during a fancy meal, we started to worry that we’re sacrificing quality time with loved ones to check emails and flick through Twitter. Shame on us all.

The research, commissioned by Lloyds TSB, also found that one third of mobile owners often use their phone in the bathroom, 63% use them on public transport (this subject got people very angry when we discussed it last year) and 10% check them during a wedding or christening. They admittedly can both get a little dull though, right?!

Maybe our views are just changing a little and it’s more acceptable to use mobile phones anywhere and everywhere nowadays. We’re not sure what to think really… Sure quickly checking your phone now and again is fine, but if you spend time scrolling through tweets when you’re meant to be enjoying a meal with friends or cuddling up to someone in bed, that’s when you need to start having a serious word with yourself…

[Image via Dominik Syka]
Becca Caddy

7 comments

  • Actually the thing is that we are accustomed to the world of mobility. Nowadays, it is not only the point of our interest or passion. These things are becoming our necessity day-by-day. So, keeping such gadgets & devices are not keeping you away from your real life, they just keep you connected with your folks and thus with your happiness.

  • Actually the thing is that we are accustomed to the world of mobility. Nowadays, it is not only the point of our interest or passion. These things are becoming our necessity day-by-day. So, keeping such gadgets & devices are not keeping you away from your real life, they just keep you connected with your folks and thus with your happiness.

  • Actually the thing is that we are accustomed to the world of mobility. Nowadays, it is not only the point of our interest or passion. These things are becoming our necessity day-by-day. So, keeping such gadgets & devices are not keeping you away from your real life, they just keep you connected with your folks and thus with your happiness.

  • It’s not just the using that can be infuriating to others, but the volume! I mean really, do I need to hear all the details of your gall bladder surgery as you explain it to your Aunt Tilly while we’re sitting in a public space together, albeit unrelated to each other. Puleeeze!

  • Beccacaddy, You make an interesting point here. At what point is it too much? We are a changing society and with technological advancements at every corner, we expect it will only grow from here. As people express an even greater need, companies will continue to provide. We have to agree that our views are simply changing and that yes mobile devices are being accepted everywhere. Every year mobile device usage seems to push just a little harder and people accept it. Within the next decade it will just be unacceptable for people not to own some sort of mobile device. Thanks for the post!

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