Aaron
Agyemang-Mensah
IT
103-007
09/24/2012
The
Impact of Android Phones in Society
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Introduction:
My
audience will gain some insightful information about the impact of Android
phones used in society. I will show how the first Android phone came into play
with their designs and features. Also, my research will inform the audience
about the purpose of Android phones and how they are used in businesses and focusing
on the many issues related to the use of theses phones. My paper will detail a few Android phones that
have had huge success in the global market. Android phones will change the
mobile revolution over the next ten years.
Background
The usage of cell phones has increased
throughout the 21st Century. Cell phones are more common than ever.
Many individuals have cell phones that they use to talk, send messages, or take
pictures to friends and families. However, the term “Android” was a word that
few people understood during the last two years. Android phones have had an
immediate impact on society of the way many people use their smart phones
(Lyons, 2010). Android
phones have been more appealing to the public gaining popularity and success to
many consumers. Many companies and individuals knew little about the android
phones but more about Apple and its iPhone products.
The
first Android that was sold to public was the T-Mobile G1 in October 2008 and
the price of the phone was $190 dollars. The T-Mobile G1 provided wonderful
operating systems that integrated with Google applications (“T-Mobile G1”,n.d.).
Also, the Android phone had access to the Amazon MP3 Store and YouTube, so it
was easier for users to connect to their music and video more efficiently.
However, the phone lacked the speaker quality and was not the greatest design.
Many individuals found the smart phone difficult and uncomfortable to use. Andy
Rubin, a Silicon Valley Engineer, never thought that the Android phone would
take off this quickly (Lyons, 2010).
The Android phones have been in competition with Apple’s IPhones. However, many
new Android phones such as the HTC Evo and Samsung Galaxy have emerged to sync
very well with Google applications, have better improvement on their operating
systems, and connection to 4G networks.
Potential
Benefits:
The
Android phones can be very beneficial in society to many workplaces such as
businesses and companies. Businesses use Android phones to communicate to their
employees to get tasks done. Many employees keep in touch with their organization
to communicate any changes of price or customer preferences. Another benefit of
using this technology is that Android phones can help sustain a well rounded
working business environment (“Impact of Android Phones in Business, 2012”).
For example, the technology can be used to make video conferencing and
connectivity of 4G network easier. Both help the back and forth communication
from employee to employee. The
input of data and numerous applications can provide individuals satisfaction of
their needs. Also, the phone can improve the
performance of employees’ production on a business or organization (Lyons,
2010). The Android phones
have provided an economic and social infrastructure on society.
The
manufacturing of Android phones has impacted the way we use cell phones now.
The Android phones have had important leaps from phones of less sustainability
of applications to more sustainability of applications. According to a report
written by Kushan Mitra, she emphasized her perspectives on the Android
applications. She concluded that the software for the Android gives grateful
email experiences and the “Chrome Lite” browser on the phone is very efficient
and excellent to users (2010). As new Android phones have been more enhanced,
they have obtained new features on the applications and operating systems. Many
new Android phones have worked well with Google Products such as Google Docs, YouTube, Gmail, and wide accesses of
applications. This gives a great sense of
user-interface. The applications for the Android phones are very accessible to
everyone. Most importantly, every individual who has obtained a smart phone
will be easily connected to the Internet (Lyons, 2010). This is a great way to be still connected to the
social media such as Twitter, Facebook, and the news. Android - phones have
changed the way phones have been used throughout time.
Ethical Issues
The
ethical issues of Android phones have been attacked by many critics saying that
individuals have depended on the use of their Android phones way too much. This
reduces the standards of communicating to other people in the real world
face-to-face because the phone, with its wide range of communication, has
shifted their focus to text messaging and talking handheld (Reed, 2010).
Another ethical dilemma of Android phones is the issue of privacy and hacking.
For example, some attorneys have stated that their Android phones have been
hacked by losing precious information on their phones such as information being
out in the public, hackers obtaining bank account information, and wireless
communication sessions being hacked. The Android phones have had some security
risks with the technology implicating that little has been done to the ethical
responsibilities.
Legal Issues
Many
individuals may think that there is no problem using their Android phones.
However, many legal issues have been stated that malicious applications and
lack of security in the marketplace has hurt the image of Android phones. There
should be more intervention of the protection of Android phones. Writer Matt
Liebowitz writes about the increase of malicious software targeting Google’s Android
smart phone platform affecting the customers who are frustrated of the damage
that the malware has done (2011). This could potentially lose customers in the
near future. There must be better improvements of Android phones that can
incorporate better applications without any malfunction and to keeping
information secured. If this carries on the Android phone’s image will be
tarnished.
Social Issues
The
social aspect of the Android is that it is used to connect to the social media
such as Twitter, Facebook, and emails. This is very essential to sending
information to friends and families. However, there is a huge commotion that
the Android phones have made an impact on our social life. This can cause a
decrease of communication when talking to real people (Javadi, 2001). The Android
phones can send photos, pictures, and videos. Android phones have impacted many
Americans to be more isolated in society. As more Android phones have increased
sending letters or cards are less common in the world. Android phones have
promoted the social communication over a long distance. The mobile revolution
has changed the way many customers used their phones all around.
Further Research
My
further investigation of Android phones is that new Android products will
become better and efficient with applications, calls, and connection. Also, it will advance the technology race in
society. The latest Android phone that has been released has been the Samsung
Galaxy S3. This Android phone has had better display quality, battery life, and
better operating system (“Android-The New York Times,” n.d.). Android phones
have captured many companies such as Motorola and Samsung to develop more and
more Android products against the IPhone.
Android phones have made an impact on the markets by competing with
different phones that are out there.
Conclusion
The
Android phone has impacted individuals and businesses by establishing
communication throughout the world. Also, Android phones have provided many
individuals with applications and staying connected to the social media and
emails. But with as many benefits as the Android phone has, many critics believe
that their personal information has been leaked. Hacking and security concerns
have been an issue for Android phones. There should be more protection that
information would not be leaked that easily. Individuals rely on their phones
every day to the point of being a repetitive act in society. As new Android
phones are emerging, this will impact the mobile revolution for the next few
years.
References
Android - The New York Times. (n.d.). Times
Topics - The New York Times.
Retrieved September 28, 2012, from
This is a scholarly source because it was written by New York
Times. This article provided me sufficient facts about the different usage of Android
phones and their impact on society. The article provided me with some details
facts about Android phones operating systems.
Howell, D (2012, Feb 29). Apple iPad, Google Android
security issues on rise hot topic at tech trade show Symantec, McAfee, others
rolling out new protections for tablets, smartphones, Investor’s Business Daily. Retrieved from
This article provided me with some key facts
about the ethical issues about Android phones. This article is valid because it
has many perspectives how attorneys and other individuals want more secured
information and protection.
Impact of Android Phones in Business. (2012,
February 21). Phone.
Retrieved September 27,
2012, http://phone.ezinemark.com/impact-of-Android-phones-in-business-7d339b0d876a.html
This source is valid because it emphasizes the
potential benefits of Android phones in business and individuals. This impact
the usage of Android phones is very important in society.
Javadi, K. (2001). Impact Of Wireless
Technologies On Society / Societal Impact. Ask Kia –
Computer Hardware
Reviews, PC Buyer's Guides, and Do-It-Yourself Tutorials.
Retrieved September 24,
2012, from http://www.askkia.com/articles/societal-impact-of- wireless-technology-on-society.html
This article provided me with some key facts
about the social issues about Android phones. This article is valid because it
emphasizes how individuals use their phones and lack communication to the real
world. This emphasizes the impact of Android phones.
Liebowitz, M. (2011, November 17). Android
malware problems continue to grow - Technology & science - Security | NBC
News. Breaking News & Top Stories - World News, US & Local |
NBC News. Retrieved September 24, 2012, from http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/45345981/ns/technology_and_science-security/t/Android-malware-problems-continue-grow/#.UGuyciqF9on
This is a valid source because the article was
created by MSNBC. The author provides facts and accurate information about the
negative impact of the Android phone hurting their images in society. This
supported my main argument about Androids.
Lyons, D. (2010, Oct 11). Android invasion. Newsweek, 156, n/a. Retrieved September 24, 2012, from http://search.proquest.com/docview/756211404?accountid=14541;
The content of this source is provided by Newsweek. The
author shows how the mobile revolution has changed by Android phones. The
author gives examples to other individuals to support his idea. The author
writes in great depth to how he would have never thought the Android phone
would gain publicity so fast. Showing how the Android has impacted individuals
in society.
Mitra, K. (2010, Jun 13). Enter the Android. Business Today, Retrieved from September 24, 2012 http://search.proquest.com/docview/366423781?accountid=14541;
This source is valid because the author provides great
information about the Android and the mobile operating system that is
attracting new customers all around the world. I used this to show how
different companies are creating more and more Android phones. The article
provide me great facts about Androids.
Reed, B. (2010). How Android conquered the mobile world. Network World, 27(21), 12-12,20.
This source is a scholarly source. This article is from the well-known
database in ProQuest. Given great information of how Android phones have
impacted the mobile world. Showing how the Android phones have impacted the
markets. The information that I used
from the source emphasized that individuals use Android phones in their daily
lives.
T-Mobile G1 Review - Watch CNET's Video Review. (n.d.). Product reviews – Electronics
reviews, computer reviews & more - CNET Reviews. Retrieved September 27, 2012, from
http://reviews.cnet.com/smartphones/t-mobile-g1-black/4505-6452_7-33283585.html
reviews, computer reviews & more - CNET Reviews. Retrieved September 27, 2012, from
http://reviews.cnet.com/smartphones/t-mobile-g1-black/4505-6452_7-33283585.html
This is a valid source
because it gives readers great details about the first Android phone that was
made public. T-mobile website gives the readers insights about the features,
designs, and price of the Android phone.
