You never leave the house without your keys , some cash and your phone , three items as pivotal for humanity as fire , the pen and the sword . While the phone connects the user to their friends and family , the smartphone connects the user to the entire planet ( or even our solar system , if you enjoy NASA live streams ).
The smartphone keeps people connected with their personal and professional emails , birthday party WhatsApp groups , the weekend weather , high-profile figures ’ latest musings , up-to-the minute news on global subjects and so much more .
Healthcare patients can also benefit from smartphones , with remote monitoring and telemedicine options for those with mobility issues and location trackers for those with memory problems . Medication reminders and health apps keep everyone going , while emergency alerts keep those in certain geographical areas safe .
Outside of health concerns , smartphones can still protect users . Ordinary citizens are able to capture crimes or acts of injustice and broadcast them to the world , sometimes drawing global media attention and support . Throughout the Arab Spring in 2010 , protesters used smartphones to coordinate protests , avoid the police and share safety tips , often anonymously through social media . One Egyptian baby girl was even named ‘ Facebook ’ in honour of the site .
Yet moderation in all things is key . Mental health is often discussed in
102 July 2024