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@article{204011,
        author = {Dr. D. Narayana and Harihararao Mojjada},
        title = {Mobile Technology–Enabled Library Services in the University Libraries in Andhra Pradesh: A Study},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {13},
        number = {1},
        pages = {837-850},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=204011},
        abstract = {Mobile technology has dramatically transformed the way library services are conceived, delivered, and consumed in the twenty-first century. University libraries, which serve as the intellectual nerve centres of higher education institutions, are increasingly harnessing the potential of mobile devices, smartphones, tablets, and portable digital assistants to extend their reach beyond physical boundaries. The present study investigates the usage of mobile technology for library services in eight select university libraries in Andhra Pradesh, India. The study employs a descriptive survey method with a structured questionnaire as the primary data-collection instrument. A purposive sample of 120 respondents, comprising 8 Librarians, 24 Faculty Members, and 88 Students, was drawn from select universities. Data were analysed using percentage analysis, Chi-square tests, One-Way ANOVA, and Likert scale scoring. The study reveals that 55.83% of respondents are fully aware of mobile library services; OPAC access (83.33%), library website browsing (80.83%), and e-Journal/e-Book access (76.67%) are the most widely used services. Poor internet connectivity (Mean = 4.29) and high data charges (Mean = 3.95) emerge as the foremost challenges. Overall user satisfaction is rated at 4.01 on a five-point scale. The paper concludes with actionable recommendations for library administrators, university authorities, and policy-makers to bridge the digital divide and enhance mobile library service delivery.},
        keywords = {Mobile Technology, Library Services, University Libraries, Andhra Pradesh, OPAC, e-Resources, Digital Library, User Satisfaction.},
        month = {June},
        }