Cell phone usage has grown greatly over the past several years and has become an American way of life. The American, by nature, is optimistic.

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Rachel Queen

History 108-01

September 9, 2007

Cell phone usage has grown greatly over the past several years and has become an American way of life. "The American, by nature, is optimistic. He is experimental, an inventor and a builder who builds best when called upon to build greatly." John F. Kennedy. In reference to this quote cell phones have emerged into more than just talking to a person on the other end of the line. Today American's are using cell phones for text messaging and business SMS text messaging.

In 1986 about 1 million Americans owned cellular devices; by 1994 16 million Americans were owners of cell phones. Cell phones began to emerge during this period mainly as devices that were meant for talking to a person on the other line. Today more people have cell phones rather than land lines. There are also more than one billion cell phone users worldwide. Americans also spend around seven hours a month talking on their cell phones. The cell phone frenzy has not only affected adults but also teenagers. Currently over 60 million teenagers are carrying cell phones with them.
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Eventually, Americans became experimental like Kennedy has stated. Various features were added to the cell phone such as text messaging, speed dial, and business SMS text messaging. During the first six months of 2005 there were approximately 32.5 billion text messages sent, which is up thirty-two percent from the 24.7 billion at the end of 2004.

Another feature of the cell phone is the alert feature of various events that are taking place. For example, at some bars and clubs they use SMS text messaging to notify customers, who have chosen to be notified about special ...

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