7 Impacts Of Smartphones In The Society

The days of using mobile phones solely for the purpose of making calls and text messages are long gone due to the introduction of Smartphones. Smartphones have become part of us to the point where there is virtually no aspect of our lives that does not depend on the necessary toys.

Over the years, Smartphones have evolved from being a luxury good to domestic apparatus. It would be tough and difficult to do without the Smartphones in this age.

I used to be pessimistic about the success of Telcos when GSM newly came to Nigeria in the early 2000s. I was of the opinion that it would be a luxury reserve exclusively for the rich. But I was wrong. My argument was based on ignorance and lack of understanding of the new direction the world was moving. Fast forward now, I now know better.

It is imperative to note that for many today life has becomes updated and flexible with the use of Smartphones as tools to get connected to people and resources at any time so desired. Smartphones have become domestic tools that we cannot do without if we expect hitch free activities.

This article will attempt to show how Smartphones have become impactful to the society in various areas.

Relatioship

The impact of SmartPhones on our relationship cannot be overemphasized. It makes us relate better and faster. It has become better means of communication. The gaps in long distance relationship have been bridged with timely communications made possible by Smartphones.

Education

With Smartphones education is right on the finger tips. The internet is the gateway to the abundance of educative and informative resources available in our global village and the Smartphones have proved to be major channels to access those materials. How to eBooks, videos, audios, and other files are accessible anytime by Smartphones with internet connections. Unlike computers Smartphones provides users with opportunity to get education from wherever.

Economy

With the advent of Smartphones the future of any economy is right in your hands, pocket or purse. This has huge impact on the economy of any country from revenues in taxes, employments, to emergence of new business opportunities.

Entertainment

This is another area where the impact of Smartphones is visible in the society. Things that were hitherto impossible in the past have become easily achievable with the aid of Smartphones. Entertainment materials like videos, audios, infographics, eBooks, pictures and the rest could travel far and wide through the internet and can be easily accessed with Smartphones from the remotest part of the world.

It is no longer business as usual in the entertainment world. The days when upcoming artists have to depend on popular labels to promote their talents and works belong to the past. It is possible for an artist to release a single in the USA today and in few hours be accessible by millions of subscribers around the globe with Smartphones.

Business

Today’s business is mobile driven and Smartphones play unique role in its success. In 2015, the shipment of Smartphones  to Nigeria increased by 135% due to the speed at which businesses are adapting to the use of mobile Apps for their operations.

Retail giants like Konga, Jumia, and Dealsday, all have recorded tremendous sales from the use of Smartphones. Making your business mobile friendly is a must now if you want to be current and remain in the business.

Finance

The financial industry in general has experienced great transformations with the introduction of technology. Prominent amongst the technologies driving the world’s finance is the Smartphones. Your Smarphone makes you a potential branch of the financial institution you subscribed to indirectly. With it you can transfer fund, receive fund, and pay for utility bills and licenses. Mobile money and eMoney are some of the initiatives driven by the Smartphones.

Religion

The dissemination of religious information and education has increased like never before since the introduction of Smartphone technology. It has played important role in the radicalization of followers across the borders. Adherents of any religion faith need not travel far to their holy land or headquarters before being indoctrinated. SMS, Whatsapp, Social sites, and other mobile friendly specialized religious websites and medium accessible by Smartphones have been used to propagate religion fundamentals faster than ever.

The impacts of Smartphones in the society are endless. Every day new uses of Smartphones are being introduced to the world. It is pertinent to say that users of Smartphones should make positive use of the technology to better the world.

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How Brands And Consumers Are Winning With Dual SIM Smartphones

 The idea of dual SIM phones has been around for a while but not popular especially in the developed world. The lack of proper regulation and oversight function on the part of regulatory authorities in developing, and undeveloped nations contributes immensely to the popularity of Dual SIM phones among brands and consumers.

 Dual SIMs phones are phones capable of accepting two SIM cards at once. Dual SIM smartphones are getting lot of buzz these days amongst Youth and Professionals alike. There are multiple benefits of dual SIM phones which make people preferring them over single SIM. From privacy to keeping professional & personal lives separate are some of the benefits that attract users Dual SIM phones. Professionals across industries find it convenient to carry one phone and using 2 SIMs for keeping personal space separate from professional. 

In Nigeria, there is another very important reason for people to buy the dual SIM mobile phones, namely the poor signal quality provided by telecomm companies. Browsing has become huge in youth and they need 24/7 connectivity, so a dual SIM phone with each SIM from different service providers are now preferred by many.  Not only this, the smart youth wants to get the best offers from different service providers and use one SIM for the best internet packs and another for getting attractive call rate tariff.

 

The dual SIM phones come in various variants like both GSM or CDMA SIMs or one GSM and one CDMA.  There is another way of categorizing them. The smartphones come with a) standard dual SIM slot where each slot is for one slim, b) Hybrid SIM slot, where either you can put two SIM cards or a SIM card + a micro SD card at the same time for additional storage. The Hybrid SIM card slots are slowly becoming a craze and the companies accepting it as a good way to insert the SIM and memory cards. Another categorization is based on SIM size, i.e. Nano and micro, where either both the SIM slot can accommodate Nano SIM or micro SIM or a combo.

While Spice mobile claims to be the first to introduce the dual SIM phone, there are many players in the market offering Dual SIM mobiles. From Samsung to LG to NOKIA to various mushrooming Chinese brands offering dual SIM android phones, there is a huge choice before the consumers. These phones are available across price ranges, from budget to premium pricing, catering the mass market and the flagship device consumers thereby making them an attractive option. 

With all big players eyeing this booming market, users can expect some highly advanced dual SIM mobile handsets in future suitable to their pocket and style. 

It is obvious that consumers can no longer cope with the level of poor signals from the Telecomm companies. This forms part of the reasons why Dual SIM phones are now the hit amongst Youth and professionals alike.

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7 Benefits Of Shopping For Mobiles Online

The world in the recent time has witnessed upsurge in the use of mobiles in the conduct of daily activities of people today. Gone are the days when cell phones are only restricted to making calls, send text messages (sms) or e-mails. Things have changed so fast that a business that does not have mobile presence now is being left behind.

Today, you can bank, buy, sell, make payment, send heavy files and documents, take pictures and record videos with mobile gadgets.  I do order for goods from countries like USA, Malaysia and China and gets delivery of my order within 48 hours. That is cool!

Shopping for mobiles at your local retail outlets sounds easy and painless, but the reality is different. What happens is you buy a phone from your local mobile phone store, come back home, and check out the new models on your computer and find out that you could have made a better choice.

The Internet gives you information about everything under the sun and mobile phones are no exception. By browsing the popular online stores, you can get your hands on the best mobile phone. Given below are 7 benefits of online shopping for mobiles and the ways you can get the most from it.

1. Better Price

Usually, online stores have better offers to make. They give awesome discounts that you can avail if you stay tuned. How do online stores give you so many benefits? The reason is local stores have to pay huge sales tax, building rent, staff fees and so on. On the other hand, online stores don't have to pay these expenses. So, the products they sell don't include the additional expenses. As a result, you pay less for your desired products.

2. Variety Of Choices

Shopping online you are not restricted to a particular brand. You have a larger variety to choose from. With information on so many different types of phones, you can compare them for features and price. Not only this, you can read up customer reviews for the mobile phones you are interested in to find out the best features and possible problems.

Also at online stores, you can choose from the older as well as the latest models of a brand in addition to brand new and used phones. On the other hand, in local stores, you can see only those models that are high in demand or the limited brands the store promotes.

3. Comfortable Buying Method

Shopping for cell phones online is a lot simpler and convenient. All you have to do is go to the stores, check out the specs of your favorite phones and then make a choice after reading reviews.

Making a purchase of a desired handset is as easy making a few clicks and paying the money. This is unlike personal shopping where you will have to go to the store in person often jumping from one store to next to get the mobile phone you want. This will cost you a lot of time and energy. Online buying allows you to make purchases from the comfort of your home. Not only this, you can ask for the product to be shipped to your address. If there are any damages to the product, you can always have it returned for a good unit.

4. Better Buying Decision

Another big benefit of shopping for cell phones online is that you won't have to deal with the over-smart salespeople. You can take a look at what you want to buy and then choose a product based on good reviews left by real users. This allows you to make the best buying decision without being coarse or manipulated.

5. 24/7 Availability

Unlike local stores that have fixed working hours, you are not bound when it comes to online shopping. You can browse stores on your way to work or at 12 in the night after you wrap up your kitchen.

6. Economic Importance

Shopping online for mobiles has a good impact on the economy of the country of the merchants. Some sellers do provide offshore services which allow international customers to order for mobiles outside their country of residence and the goods shipped to them few days after. The recent boom in the courier and haulage industries in connected partly to the growth witnessed by online retail industries.

7. Time is Save

The prevailing economic situation in the world does not allow wasting of time. Organizations and people daily look for ways to reduce the time spend on certain activities for the sake of efficiency. Shopping for mobiles online contribute immensely to this.

These are just some of the benefits of shopping for mobiles online.

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