ROCKS DIGITAL  BLOG

Andrew Gazdecki

7 Ways Mobile Technology Changed Our Lives Forever

Mobile Technology Lives
Image Credit – VGstockstudio/shutterstock.com

The invention of the mobile phone and mobile technology was revolutionary. Since then, advances in mobile technology have shaped our lives in fundamental ways. These days most people get their news from a phone, not a newspaper. No matter where you are, you can reach out to anyone you know in a host of different ways. You can get information about anything you want when you want it. Bored? Entertainment is just a few taps away.

Mobile Technology Puts Everything in the Palm of Your Hand

Because of mobile technology, the world is more connected than ever. One device capable of so much is changing the world: giving more opportunities to the “disadvantaged” creating businesses and markets where there were none, and allowing individuals new ways to shape their day-to-day.

The seven ways mobile has changed our lives listed below are just a few examples of how mobile affects each of us every single day.

Access for Everyone

Internet access is becoming essential to modern life. Mobile phones are much less expensive than traditional desktop computers overall. They consume less power, are portable, and come with their own built-in monitor and keyboard. The device itself allows many people to have personal and at-home internet access. In America alone, 1 in 5 depends on a cell phone for reliable internet access while 1 in 10 has access to a mobile phone only, choosing not to purchase a home computer.

In countries like Taiwan, 7 in 10 have only a mobile phone as their primary means of internet access. Not only does that mean that they can look up information, but it also gives them a means to connect with other people – which brings us to the next revolutionary way mobile has changed our lives.

Connection Between People via Mobile Technology

Even with just a simple phone call, people’s lives can be immeasurably altered. From getting help in an emergency to starting a movement – mobile phones have been at the heart of a number of important events. From your smartphone, how many ways can you think of to connect to a single person?

In everyday life, you probably use your phone for many connection-related tasks. From it, you can send a text or an email. In the process, you will be able to catch up with work, friends, and family. Social media and apps give you dozens of additional options. That connection can be critical if disaster strikes or is about to.

Personalized Experiences

A mobile device is personal, more intimate than a laptop, desktop, or any stationary device. Your cell phone or tablet goes with you. It’s something you can check in with on a whim and personalize with custom backgrounds, icons, and apps.

Losing your phone can be traumatic – how much personal information could now be exposed to whoever finds it? In contrast, how much can you learn about someone by being allowed to go through their digital life? That level of personalization is only possible with a mobile device, but it can make you expect it in other ways, too. That’s both a challenge and an opportunity for businesses.

A New Range of Businesses

Businesses have been immeasurably altered by the rise of mobile technology. From replacing a host of previously conventional devices to connecting in new and increasingly effective ways, mobile is changing the way customers and businesses interact with each other.

Rather than planning each shopping trip out on paper and calling ahead, now you can find the information you need while you’re out shopping. If your car breaks down, you now have options on whom to call rather than going from memory or using a parent’s recommendation. If you want to find a better price on a necessary purchase, there’s an app for that.

The internet allowed us to be connected and share information – mobile technologies take that one step further and allow that information to be used in useful ways as it’s needed. Thousands of businesses have sprung up in the last few dozen years specializing in some facet of mobile technology or communications. Top app makers have made easy, affordable options for businesses of all sizes to learn how to build an app.

Mobile Technology Creates the “Everything” Device

With as many businesses as mobile technologies and smartphones have brought about, there are some products that they have made obsolete. Now just one device has replaced the pedometer, portable music player, alarm clock, GPS, calculator, camera, flashlight, calendar and much more. While many people may still have these things, they are no longer necessary to fulfill the need they were designed to accomplish.

Soon your phone may also be your sole method of payment, replace your car keys, and have the ability to control every feature of your home, too. And in most regions of the world, smartphones are becoming less expensive each and every year while becoming still more powerful. What will our world be like when everyone has access to a device like this?

The Ability to Find Information When You Need It

Without a smartphone or mobile device, you may not be able to check your email from the hospital waiting room or respond to an emergency call from a board meeting. You may not realize that there’s a tornado in the next town over and it’s headed your way. Information and access to it can be used for entertainment or self-enrichment, but it can also make your life safer.

Beyond that, with the addition of apps, mobile technologies can provide you with relevant information with little input from you. Maybe while you’re grocery shopping your phone provides you with a list of items you’ve purchased before that happen to be on sale right now.

If you’re at a restaurant, your phone, linked to a loyalty program, will alert you that you have enough points for a reward. Left your wallet in the car when it comes time to pay? Now you can pay with your phone, too. Not only does mobile allow us to access information but it makes it possible to keep it all in one place, too.

The Ever-Present Distraction of Mobile Technology

In many places, it’s a common sight to see just about everyone with a mobile phone within arm’s reach. In the ways listed above, that can be useful. However, instant access isn’t always a good thing. As mobile technologies have become more and more prevalent in today’s society, research has begun to correlate heavy day-to-day use with a number of side effects – the majority of which are related to mental health.

Staying connected all the time, research suggests, will take a toll on your nerves. It may also increase your chance of developing a stress or anxiety related disorder if used for the wrong reasons. Even so, when used responsibly to alleviate boredom (versus escapism) and to enhance productivity, mobile technology has been shown to produce few ill effects.

Mobile Devices Can Benefit All

In all, mobile devices enhance our lives. They are safe to have by your side day and night, though you might want to take a break once in a while for your mental health and avoid bright screens at night. Otherwise, accept that mobile technologies are here to stay and enhance our lives for the better. Mobile app makers are making it possible for all to create useful apps. From creating new businesses and keeping families connected to helping manage a to-do list and entertaining you in waiting rooms, mobile technologies are revolutionizing the way we all live our lives for the better.

How has mobile technology changed the way you do business?

Andrew Gazdecki

Andrew Gazdecki is the founder and CEO of Bizness Apps, which creates customer connection through mobile apps for commerce, loyalty, reviews, referrals, communication, and more.

More Posts

Download Our SEO Guide

Created in a joint partnership with Advice Local, this guide — What You Need to Know About SEO — provides an introduction to SEO concepts, strategies and best practices for optimizing a website. Complete the form below and get instant access.

    ROCKING DIGITAL SERVICES

    Web Design & Development

    Your website needs to be aesthetically pleasing and functional. We build websites for desktop and mobile that are both.

    LOCAL SEARCH & SEO

    Your website needs to attract search engines and consumers. We are experts in local search and SEO, and can make that happen.

    CONTENT CREATION & MARKETING

    Anybody can write words on a page, but can they write content that integrates SEO best practices and converts? We can.

    PPC & Paid Search

    PPC & Paid Search

    Need more customers? We create paid campaigns to reach your target audience and increase sales.

    Tracking & Optimization

    You need a solid foundation for success online, and our tracking & optimization services get it done.

    Graphic Design Services

    Graphic Design Services

    From logo design to your business card, brochures – and everything in-between for print & web – we can help!

    Here’s What Our Client's Have to Say

    Their Local Business Websites Rock

    ★★★★★
    Rocks Digital knows how to build local business websites that convert prospects to customers. Not only do I recommend them to work on my reputation management client’s websites, but they work on the Reputation Sensei brand, too.
    - Chris Snellgrove

    They Customize Their Solutions

    ★★★★★
    Rocks Digital customizes to meet their client’s needs. We needed our existing website optimized for search. We are now placing for more industry keywords and continue to improve. They consult with our in-house team on content optimization, manage our GMB listing & more.
    - Greta Valenti

    Highly Recommend

    ★★★★★
    Rocks Digital manages not only the Association of Directory Publishers website, but our Trusted Local Directory. From helping us get our event information on the website to producing guides, blogs and new content, they have what it takes.
    - Cindi Aldrich

    Rocks Digital Is the Best Choice

    ★★★★★
    As a long-term client, when it was time to change the primary focus of my real estate business, and my website, I knew Rocks Digital was the way to go. They took my existing website, gave it a complete new look, and still managed to keep my existing content.
    - David Dorum

    Brought My Ideas to Fruition

    ★★★★★
    Rocks Digital came highly recommended. Once I started working with them I knew why. They took my ideas for a beautiful website and brought them to the screen. From the design phase to content creation, each component was thoughtfully considered and addressed.
    - Clay Adams

    Conversions Are on the Rise

    ★★★★★
    Rocks Digital manages two of my websites. They produce our blogs, our service pages and manage our paid search campaigns. Conversions are up and new patients are coming in the door. I highly recommend their digital marketing services.
    - Dr. Thomas Chacko

    Agency Services Are Top Notch

    ★★★★★
    We shifted to Rocks Digital agency services earlier in the year. We are so glad we did. Our website sessions are up, page views are up, and bounce rate is down. Now we can easily see how many form fills we have had at any given time through their real-time reporting.
    - Kristin Schafer

    Their Local Business Websites Rock

    ★★★★★
    Rocks Digital knows how to build local business websites that convert prospects to customers. Not only do I recommend them to work on my reputation management client’s websites, but they work on the Reputation Sensei brand, too.
    - Chris Snellgrove

    They Customize Their Solutions

    ★★★★★
    Rocks Digital customizes to meet their client’s needs. We needed our existing website optimized for search. We are now placing for more industry keywords and continue to improve. They consult with our in-house team on content optimization, manage our GMB listing & more.
    - Greta Valenti

    Highly Recommend

    ★★★★★
    Rocks Digital manages not only the Association of Directory Publishers website, but our Trusted Local Directory. From helping us get our event information on the website to producing guides, blogs and new content, they have what it takes.
    - Cindi Aldrich
    Name
    Email
    Review Title
    Rating
    Review Content

    LATEST BLOG POSTS

    Hire a digital marketing agency.

    Why Hire a Digital Marketing Agency

    Staying ahead of search engine updates and marketing trends is a constant challenge, so it’s no surprise that businesses frequently turn to digital marketing agencies.

    Content writing services.

    How to Select a Content Writing Service

    From increasing local search presence to attracting new customers, businesses need quality content to thrive online. The leading content writing services consistently make life easier

    LOCAL VISIBILITY REPORT

    Is your Google My Business listing helping or hurting you? Is bad data causing consumers and search engines to lose trust in your business? This is information you simply must know.

    To get these answers right now, just enter your business name below to run our FREE
    visibility report.


    Need a facelift
    for your website? More search traffic? Need to blog, but don’t have time?

    Our Digital Services Could Be For You
    Get a Free Local Visibility Report Now