MOBILE PHONE AND ITS IMPACTS

  • Unique Paper ID: 162971
  • Volume: 10
  • Issue: 11
  • PageNo: 516-536
  • Abstract:
  • Mobile phones have revolutionized communication by allowing people to stay connected on the go. Initially developed primarily for voice calls, mobile phones now offer a plethora of features including messaging, internet access, multimedia capabilities, and various applications. The first handheld mobile phone was introduced by Motorola in 1983, but it wasn't until the late 1990s and early 2000s that mobile phones became widespread and affordable for the general public. Since then, advancements in technology have led to the development of smartphones, which have further expanded the capabilities of mobile devices, making them essential tools for both personal and professional use in today's interconnected world. The term "mobile phone" originates from the concept of a portable telephone device that enables communication while on the move. The word "mobile" refers to the ability to move or be moved freely, while "phone" is short for "telephone," which is a device used for voice communication over long distances. The combination of these two words reflects the primary function of early mobile phones: to provide telephone communication wirelessly, allowing users to make and receive calls from virtually anywhere within the coverage area of a cellular network. Over time, as mobile phones evolved to incorporate various other features beyond voice communication, the term "mobile phone" remained in use to describe these multifunctional handheld devices.

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  • ISSN: 2349-6002
  • Volume: 10
  • Issue: 11
  • PageNo: 516-536

MOBILE PHONE AND ITS IMPACTS

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