Mobile Access 2010 . Aaron Smith, Pew Internet (Jul 7)
Cell phones aren't just for talking. Some of us may need to get with the program and buy a new super dooper phone.
The use of non-voice data applications on cell phones has grown dramatically over the last year. Compared with a similar point in 2009, cell phone owners are now more likely to use their mobile phones to:Posted by Gwen at July 9, 2010 10:38 AM* Take pictures—76% now do this, up from 66% in April 2009
* Send or receive text messages—72% vs. 65%
* Access the internet—38% vs. 25%
* Play games—34% vs. 27%
* Send or receive email—34% vs. 25%
* Record a video—34% vs. 19%
* Play music—33% vs. 21%
* Send or receive instant messages—30% vs. 20%