Jun 15, 2023
Live the Wireless Life
Why Smartphones Are Good For Society
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In today’s increasingly connected world, mobile devices and their widespread use have become ubiquitous. It’s nearly impossible to go about our everyday lives without seeing someone talking, texting, or scrolling through social media on their mobile phone. While many opponents of technology have argued that smartphone usage has a negative impact on the health of our society, there is a wide range of valid opinions on the value that mobile phones and mobile phone use can bring to our lives. Here, PureTalk presents a few of them.
Mobile phones offer connection
One of the greatest positive effects of mobile phone usage is that they keep us connected. In our rapidly paced world, it’s nearly impossible to stay in contact with family, friends, and coworkers without them. Our mobile devices improve our daily lives, keeping us connected on all levels, whether it’s a quick text, important phone calls, or a video chat.
Furthermore, mobile apps like Skype, WhatsApp, and Facebook Messenger allow us to stay connected with friends and family who live far away. These technologies make our lives easier by facilitating connection between distant loved ones and allow face-to-face communication that would otherwise be impossible. Likewise, with the introduction of the “mobile office,” even business professionals can make and receive phone calls and stay connected and access information from any corner of the world, with help from their mobile phone.
Mobile phone users can access information faster than ever
Cell phones are also incredibly helpful when it comes to providing quick and easy access to important information. Thanks to the power of the internet, mobile phone users can now access a wealth of valuable information with just a few taps on a screen. Mobile phones make accessing information incredibly convenient, whether it’s researching a school project, finding a new recipe, or looking up directions. Moreover, most smart phones now come equipped with Global Positioning System (GPS) capabilities, which allow mobile phone users to find the quickest routes and shortest commutes with a single tap. Thanks to GPS technology, smartphones are the perfect companions for any traveler or commuter – providing help and guidance at all times.
Emergencies
Mobile phones can be incredibly helpful during moments of crisis. In an emergency, a call to 911 is often the best way to get help. With mobile phones, calling for help as soon as possible is much easier than waiting for a landline phone or flagging down a passerby for help. In addition, smartphones can also be important tools for providing help, as most phones now come equipped with cameras, medical advice apps, and the GPS function mentioned above. All of these features can help those in need and might even help save lives.
Employment
Cell phone technology has created an array of new employment opportunities, ranging from technical fields to creative pursuits and beyond. Following are just a few:
Design & Development
Beginning with the most obvious, employment opportunities created by cell phone technology are found in the design, development, and engineering processes of developing and providing new phones and services. Companies such as Apple and Samsung employ teams of engineers and designers to keep developing new innovations in the cell phone industry. This creates tech-savvy jobs for those in programming, software engineering, hardware engineering, and digital design. Additionally, many large cell phone companies now employ software developers to create applications that enhance these and other devices'' usability.
Administrative Roles
Looking further afield, phone companies also need administrative and customer service staff in their customer service divisions, to answer queries from users and help them with any problems they have with their devices. Further customer service roles are available in retail stores, as representatives of companies and their products. They may also need people to demonstrate the capabilities of the phones, sell them in-store, or help with any other inquiries customers have.
Remote Work
Beyond this, cell phone technology has created an environment of increased connectivity and flexibility. This has allowed many to take their work with them and create a range of new opportunities in the form of remote or flexible work. Remote work has been made possible through the use of cellular technology, with people being able to work from anywhere, effectively increasing the global labor pool. This creates new opportunities for those with the appropriate skills and experience, allowing them to work from home, or anywhere in the world.
Mobile Marketers
In addition, many modern companies are employing mobile marketers, who are responsible for creating and managing campaigns designed to reach a mobile audience. These roles require an understanding of how people use their phones and the function of various applications, as well as experience in creating marketing campaigns.
Smartphone use has revolutionized the way we live our lives, from how we communicate to the kind of work we do and where we do it. From staying connected with family, friends, coworkers and clients to providing quick and easy access to essential information, cell phones offer a variety of useful, positive effects and benefits. Certainly there's a downside. The average person spends about 3 out of 8 hours on their phone (and screen time for teens and young people is even worse), but this wireless life we’re living will continue to evolve and open doors for people all over the globe, improving millions of lives along the way.
PureTalk is committed to improving lives, too, and the proof is in our commitment to saving you money.
Did you know….
The average family of four that switches to PureTalk saves $75 a month for a total of $900 a year.
With PureTalk, you get the best cell phone coverage for less and the best unlimited plans – not to mention the most cost-effective, realistically priced unlimited plans – anywhere. You also get the best cell phone coverage in Canada and Mexico and a referral program that can save you big time on your PureTalk service. Beyond that there’s the fact that the average family of four that switches to PureTalk saves $75 a month for a total of $900 a year and, if that’s not enough to help you make the switch, we offer a 30-day money back guarantee.
In addition, at PureTalk, we believe that nothing is more important than family. That’s why we’re happy to help you as parents find the right cell phone – and plan – for your child and your entire family.
Did you know that PureTalk offers plans that start at just $20 a month for unlimited talk and text and blazing fast coverage? We do. And our Family Plans let you choose the right plan for each family member. You can have any number of lines and choose the perfect wireless plan for each one. Your family members get exactly what they need, and you never pay for anything they don't. Whatever your family's size or wireless needs may be, you're sure to save a bundle!
Did you know that most seniors use less than 2GB of data per month? PureTalk offers great plans for seniors that let you pay only for what you – and they – actually want – and nothing you don’t. And with PureTalk you get the same great service and blazing fast coverage while saving money each month.
At PureTalk, we don’t think you should pay for things you don’t need and aren’t going to use. Switch today and receive great service and blazing-fast coverage while saving money each month.
Choose from PureTalk’s most popular plans:
$20/month: Unlimited Talk & Text; 2GB Data
$25/month: Unlimited Talk & Text; 4GB Data
$30/month: Unlimited Talk & Text; 6GB Data
Plus, with PureTalk, when you refer your friends, you reward yourself.
When you join PureTalk, you’re given a unique referral link you can share with friends and family. For each friend who signs up through your unique link, you receive a $20 credit applied to your account, and your friend receives a $20 credit applied to their account. Best of all, there are no limits. You can refer as many friends as you want, and you will get a $20 credit for every single one of them.
Everything you need to know about the PureTalk Customer Referral Program:
1. Each customer has a unique referral link to share with friends. For each friend who signs up through your unique link, you will receive a $20 bill credit applied to your account, and your friend will receive a $20 credit applied to their account.
2. There are no limits to how many friends you can refer with PureTalk's Customer Referral Program. Refer all of your friends and get a $20 credit for every single one of them.
3. Your $50 credit will post to your account after your friend completes their second active month of service.
4. To see which of your friends you have referred to PureTalk, log in to MY ACCOUNT and click the "Referrals" tab at the top of the page. You will see all of your referrals listed in the "Referral Credits" table at the bottom of the page.
5. You can post your referral link anywhere you want. On your social media channels, your blog, in emails, etc. You can grab your unique referral link by logging in to My Account and clicking the Referrals tab.
6. There are two ways you can earn referral credits. Your friend can use your unique referral link or enter your phone number at checkout when asked if a friend referred him.
With the PureTalk referral program you can earn as many credits as you have friends and save even more on the plan of your choice!
PureTalk’s Risk-Free, 30-Day Money Back Guarantee makes it easy to give us a try
At PureTalk, we get that making a big purchase is a big deal. You work hard for your money and if you spend it on something that doesn’t meet your needs, that’s a big problem. That’s why we offer a Money Back Guarantee. This means there’s no risk when you sign up. You can make the switch to PureTalk without breaking a sweat.
The overpriced carriers don’t seem to care if you’re worried about making a big change. They expect you to sign up with them simply because you know their name.
Not PureTalk.
Here at PureTalk, we want to make sure you feel good about making a change in your wireless carrier. Earning your trust is important to us. That’s why, in addition to all the things PureTalk offers – great savings, reliable coverage, blazing fast data, and freedom from contracts – we offer a full refund if you don’t love your service. Try us for 30 days. If you’re not totally satisfied in that time, or until you’ve used 500 minutes, or 500 MB of data usage, (whichever comes first) call us at 877-820-7873 to cancel and request your refund.
Love our service or your money back. 100% guaranteed.
Why choose PureTalk?
When you choose PureTalk, you’re choosing to support a company whose values align with your own. You’re choosing to support a company whose CEO is a U.S. Veteran and a company that supports Veterans. You’re also choosing to support American jobs: 100% of our customer service is based right here in the United States.
Plus, with PureTalk, you can bring your phone and keep your phone number or choose from our terrific selection of the latest iPhones and Androids.
Don’t wait. Pick a plan now that meets your needs, suits your lifestyle, and helps you save!
What our customers are saying:
“First of all. This is a great veteran owned company and a company that loves America. The service was great the staff was wonderful. I wish every company was like this.” Vinson J.
“When I called the company, they were so helpful and easy to understand. When I purchased a new phone and needed to activate the eSim, it only took a few minutes. Customer service and tech support were so considerate in assisting this non-techy person.” Brenda N.
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