New Statistics on Teen Cell Phone Use

CTIA-The Wireless Association® in conjunction with Harris Interactive has released some new research on cell phone use by teenagers (Release: September 12th, 2008). The survey looked at teenagers aged 13-19, across the United States. There were 100 questions about cell phones, perceptions, and attitudes.

Below I have highlighted some interesting findings

• 57% agree or somewhat agree that the cell phone has improved their quality of life.
• 18% agree or somewhat agree that the cell phone has positively influenced their education.
• 35% have used their cell phone to reach out to someone in need (good Samaritan)
• 41% are concerned about privacy and security issues when using my mobile.
  
• 57% of Smartphone users and 29% of regular cell phone users said they carry their cell phone because it is how they stay connected to their "world".
• 59% of Smartphone users and 37% of regular cell phone users said they carry their cell phone because it is an indicator of their personal style.
• Overall a teenagers cell phone ranked 2nd only to clothing, in determining their social status.
• 42% of teenagers said they could text message blindfolded!
• The younger the teen, the more likely they are to choose text messaging over talking on the phone to someone.
• The #1 reason why teens liked text messaging was because it allowed them to multitask.
• Teens are not selecting text messaging to save money.
• Females are much more likely to text messaging than males, and find the ability to text message to be more significant in their lives than males.
• 66% want cell phones to provide the freedom to get an education from any location on earth.
• 63% want cell phones to bring the world closer by better understanding global issues.
• 28% of teens are browsing the web on their cell phones.
• 59% of teens are willing to provide their profile information to businesses that advertise on cell phones!
• The ideal cell phone for teenagers would include; mp3 player, GPS, Desktop/Laptop computer, portable video player, and access to your desktop/laptop computer files from anywhere!