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Cellular Technology, 2004.
A brief analysis of cellular technology and telecommunications.
710 words (approx. 2.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 25.95
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This paper discusses the amazing cellular technology and explores how it has impacted the world economy. Current cellular services are described. The paper examines how cellular technology has allowed organizations to increase productivity, revenues, and customer satisfaction.
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"In today's fast-paced, hyper-competitive, globalized world, technology continues to play an increasingly important part. One such technology is cellular technology. The world has evolved simply from talking on cell phones to conducting a good portion of their lives utilizing cellular technology. Thanks to advancements in technology, people can do more things than ever via their cellular phones. Users can take pictures and send video wirelessly. They can send and receive e-mail and instant messages from friends, family and business associates. Cell phones today are now Internet portals."
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Cellular Phone Technology, 2002.
An insight into current cellular phone technology and its current social, political and economic climate.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 7 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper examines the current state of cellular phone technology. It also examines the current social, political and economic climate for this technology. Cell phone technology is changing the state of the world.
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Cellular Phone Technology, 2002.
A look at the future of cellular phone technology.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 6 sources, $ 44.95
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Thispaper explores the best ways in which cellular phone technology would evolve over the next ten years, and the importance the technology will have for society. The main change is toward greater equality.
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Influences of Cellular Technology on Generation Y, 2003.
The questionable effects of cell phones, pagers and text messengers on teenagers, plus informative statistics on the devices themselves.
1,780 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 57.95
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Teenagers, or millenials as they are often referred to, are one of the largest markets to which cellular technology corporations market and sell their products. These products include pagers, handheld text messengers and the cellular phone. The paper shows that while many teens themselves view these gadgets as handy devices with which to keep in constant touch with the world, research shows that many negative issues are associated with irresponsible teenage use of these products. Academics, basic communication skills, credit, responsibility issues and even safety are all being affected by the rising trend in teenage ownership of cellular products. The paper argues that teens themselves do not even seem to really understand the problems and dangers and are oblivious to the true impact cellular technology has on their daily lives.
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"In a time where ?the towering infrastructure of modern media?the antennas, satellite dishes, cells, and such?spire towards the heavens? in rapid succession, one should take a look at how this evolving technology is affecting some of the nation?s youngest consumers: teenagers (Smith & Clurman, 1997, p. 163). Often referred to by many names (Generation Y, Generation Next, and Generation XX), these ?millenials, born in or after 1982,? are quickly becoming the most enthusiastic marketing target of cellular technology manufacturers everywhere, and for good reason (Howe & Strauss, 2000, p. 4). Author and social critic Lucy Rollin makes this point very clear in her 1999 novel about teen culture: Keeping in touch with friends and family has become easier. Portable phones have become practically standard issue for teens everywhere that are going off to college or on a car trip, and teens use them in the malls, at concerts, and on the streets as well as in the car?pagers?as well (p. 318). According to surveys by Wireless World Forum, teen ownership of mobile phones in particular has risen five times from 15% in 1998 to over 75% in 2000 and beyond, suggesting a steady progression of the importance and impact of cellular technology (mobile phones, pagers, and text messengers) in and on the average teenager?s fast-paced life."
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Developments in Cellular Technology and Battery Life, 2002.
Examines the need to improve the quality and life of cellular phone batteries.
1,230 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 41.95
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All cell phone services promise better rates and better services to their customers but only technological advances can truly provide a longer lasting battery life for cell phone users. The paper shows that the overall goal of the cellular phone industry and its users is to improve the quality and length of service of cell phones, without requiring the phones to be charged as often as they must be at present, on as consistent a basis as before. Consumers want this to be accomplished at the lowest price possible and companies wish to provide a competitive price. The paper shows that the cellular phone battery market, given the changing nature of the technology and its relatively new status on the market represents a highly competitive and volatile industry. However, new advances in cell phone technology could give potential innovators a lock on the market. The paper examines two existing cellular phone batteries - Nickel Cadmium and Lithium Ion.
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"Users of cellular phones are currently faced with a dilemma of quality versus expense. The solution for the industry would be to provide an inexpensive form of technology that allows users to top up on their charge as often as users want. However, at present this is easier envisioned than accomplished with current technology. In a November 2, 2002 article in the trade journal Battery News, Tyco Electronics Power Systems Inc., a supplier of telecommunications power equipment, and Valence Technology Inc., a developer and manufacturer of Saphion technology and Li-on polymer rechargeable batteries, are said to be collaborating ?to evaluate and develop Valence's Saphion Li-on technology? in the hopes of creating inexpensive Li-on batteries. A cellular battery that is inexpensive, does not suffer from voltage depression, and can be recharged on the convenience of the user, and poses no environmental hazards may be in the works. Should this be developed, the competition amongst cellular phone services would escalate, unless only one type of phone or service secures a patent over these potentially inexpensive Li-on batteries."
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Wireless Technology, 2001.
An examination of the growing industry and possible changes.
2,145 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 6 sources, $ 67.95
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This paper describes the wireless business with special focus on the cellular technology. The author examines cellular technology as the driving force in the US economy in a quality of life, economic, business and investment boom. A look at the growing changes and increased customer expectations.
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"Experimentation in wireless communication has been in existence since the invention of the telegraph. And it is nothing new to the American consumer in a greater concept, especially since they are familiar with televisions and radios. Also, the telephone industry has used Microwaves to move voice data from one location to another via the use of microwave transceivers. Also, the American consumer is well aware of the value of communication, communications systems, and the impact that these systems have on our lives. In the case of the telephone, the average consumer was well aware that this single device was an integral part of keeping in touch with family and friends, as well as being able to speed up business by being able to get necessary supplies to the manufacturer in a more timely manner, being able to bring a new product to market more quickly, and so on. The paradigm shift came when the average consumer was now able to both understand and afford that the time could be reduced even further with the use of mobile communications."
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Sony and the Cellular Market, 2002.
This research considers the telecommunications technology company, Sony, and its participation in the cellular phone market both in the United States and elsewhere around the world.
2,458 words (approx. 9.8 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 74.95
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This paper begins by providing an introduction of the telecommunications technological market of the past decade. It discusses the growth of the wireless telecommunications phenomena. It then analyzes Sony's role in this market and the background to the development of Sony cellular phones. It examines Sony's cellular phone marketing strategy and looks at the future direction of the industry, and how Sony's future fits into this picture.
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"Barely 100 years after its introduction, the telephone has become a ubiquitous part of daily life for many consumers around the world. Developed nations, in particular, embraced rapid integration of telephone technology during the twentieth century, and telecommunications fueled the growth of computers and globalization during the last half of that century. However, innovation in telecommunications also meant that the telephone underwent considerable change during the 1900s. During the early part of the century, party lines and operators were required for most calls in the United States; eventually, local calls could be dialed directly, but long-distance calls required operator assistance. Transoceanic cables made it possible to place international calls directly by the last quarter of the century, but phones were still fixed machines. In the last decades of the century, the telephone and radio were joined to create wireless communication using technology that resembled a telephone (and telephone numbers), but which were actually radio messages. Wireless phones came down in price, increased in accessibility, and are now common not only among physicians and others who need to be in close contact with offices, but among students and ordinary consumers. The explosive growth of telecommunications technology also has opened up opportunity for manufacturers of cellular phones, and the market has attracted some companies which are typically recognized for participation in other industries."
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Cellular Communications, 2005.
This paper discusses new technologies incorporating GSM, CDMA and 3GSM, which expand cellular communications.
3,080 words (approx. 12.3 pages), 16 sources, MLA, $ 90.95
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This paper explains that, as the networks improve and new demands for rapid data transfer rates and multimedia services grow, operators are seeking new cellular communication solutions based on technologies like GSM, 3GSM and CDMA2000 to cater to these requirements. The author points out that the increasing popularity of the GSM equipments globally is driving manufacturers to bring phones to market faster with competitive enhancements, increased the quality of service and reduced costs. The paper relates that CDMA, Code Division Multiple Access, alternatively signifies a more powerful digital air interface standard, equating about eight to fifteen times the capacity of conventional analog cellular systems.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Protocols
Distinctive Features, Services and Implementations of GSM
Distinctive Features, Services and Implementations of 3GSM
Distinctive Features, Services and Implementation of CDMA2000
Conclusion
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"The CDMA2000 is considered to be a mode of the Radio Access 'Family' of Air interfaces approved by the Operators Harmonization Group for developing and facilitating integration of third generation-3G networks. One objective of such harmonization is to extend unlimited international roaming world wide between the different modes of 3rd Generation CDMA i.e. CDMA2000 and WCDMA. The use of common core technologies by Ericsson enables us to make compatible for the whole family of 3G CDMA modes. The CDMA Systems Ericsson Business Unit established in San Diego is considered to be the premier unit of Ericsson for devising the CDMA2000-compatible 3G infrastructure products. The CDMA 2000 is structured to reduce risks, safeguard investments and to extend significant performance boosts to operators as they extend their networks to offer 3G services. The CDMA2000 networks are also supportive to the CDMA-one applications, safeguarding the investment of operators in CDMA-one based networks and extending simple and cheaper transition to the next generation technology. Besides the CDMA2000 networks also ensures enhancement in the voice quality and voice capacity that is supportive for high speed and multimedia data services."
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Samsung A670 Cellular Phone, 2005.
A review of the history of cellular phones and the standards of the modern day cellular phone.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 10 sources, $ 71.95
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This paper discusses the model A670 cellular phone from Samsung and the history of cell phones in general. This paper reviews how cellular phone models are continuously getting more compact and lighter in weight. This paper also draws the attention to the dangers of using a cell phone.
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"In this day and age, cell phones are everywhere. Even five or ten years ago, the cost and size of cell phones were prohibitive reasons for people not to constantly have their unit in use. But with the advent of affordable calling plans and tiny, lightweight cellular phones, these devices have become commonplace among all walks of life, all ages, and in any and all physical settings. One of the most popular and commonly seen cell phone models is Samsung's A670 phone. This phone is popular among users because of its inexpensive pricing, its small design, and the availability of extra features because of said popularity and volume. Yet, with the many positives and status quo nature of cell phones, and this model in particular, come some negatives. In the past years, researchers have linked cell phones not only to automotive fatalities, but to cancerous tumors, as well."
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Cellular Phones, 2007.
A comparative analysis of the sociological function of the cellular phone in America and Asia.
1,929 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 61.95
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This paper examines how cellular phone infrastructure expanded in Hong Kong earlier and more effectively than it did in North America giving them a five to ten year lead on familiarity with cellphone customs. The paper also looks at how the later entrenchment of cellular phone technologies in North America accounts for the cultural differences in the usage and saturation of cellular phones and of SMS and other advanced services. In addition, the paper shows how the differences in cellphone use between Hong Kong and North America can be traced to infrastructure and are not easily explained by Marxist theories of differential use.
Outline:
Introduction
Background
Research: Methods
Research: Results
Discussion
Conclusion
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"Sociological theories of technology suggest that artifacts may reflect political and cultural realities. Differential cellular phone usage between North America and Canada reflects a political and cultural reality: telecommunications infrastructure in the United States and Canada continues to emphasize land lines, and cellular phone services are less entrenched as a result. In Hong Kong the reverse is true: land lines were far less embedded in the culture. Consumers embraced the new technology readily in Hong Kong because unlike in North America there was no need to transfer land line services over to cellular phones. Cellular phone service is more widespread and reliable in Hong Kong and consumers there expect to use their cellular phone as a primary means of communication regardless of the rate plans."
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The Cellular Phone, 2008.
This paper discusses the innovation of the cellular phone.
1,102 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 38.95
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The paper discusses the benefits of the cellular phone and the direct and indirect consequences of the increased use of cellular phones. The paper looks at how this innovation has been reinvented many times over and discusses the effectiveness of opinion leaders and change agents in this case. The paper examines the communication channel and interpersonal network used for diffusion of the cellular phone and shows how this innovation has already made a tremendous impact on the way the world communicates.
Outline:
Introduction
History of the Innovation
How Rapidly is the Change Occurring and Why?
What Will be Direct and Indirect Consequences of the Change?
Has the Innovation that is Diffusing Been Reinvented?
Who are the Opinion Leaders and Change Agents?
Opinion Leaders and Change Agents Effectiveness or Ineffectiveness
What Communication Channels Did They Use and What Networks?
How Will This Innovation or Change Affect the Future and Future
Changes?
Conclusion
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"The cellular phone was first introduced to the American public in 1983, and worked off of cells located in metropolitan areas, hence its name, the "cell" phone. Those who used the device in the early days were primarily male executives, who were offered the device as a "perk" since the cell phone at that time cost approximately $3,000.00. As the years passed, the price dropped and in 1993, "one in three cellular phones was sold for nonbusiness use" (Rogers, 2003, p. 245). The rest, as they say, is history, and now almost every household has at least one (1) individual who possesses a cellular telephone."
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The Dangers of Cellular Phones, 2004.
A review of the article, ?Cellular Phones: Policymakers Consider the Effects of Highway Usage?, by Jamie Kanallakan.
879 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper discusses the article, ?Cellular Phones: Policymakers Consider the Effects of Highway Usage? by Jamie Kanallakan, issued by the government on the dangers of cellular phones related to deadly car crashes and also their many benefits. It looks at how, as we head into the future, cell phone use is at an all-time high and how arguments conclude that cell phones, when used while traveling, are more beneficial on highways than harmful.
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"Cell phone use, whether hand- held or headset requires drivers to put their focus on more than one task of maneuvering around the streets. The phones require drivers not only to lose focus of your own driving, but cell phones cause them to loose focus of the driving environment around them. A key to driving is to be alert and defensive and the bottom line is that cell phones are a distraction while used when operating a vehicle. Drivers should keep their cell phones in the glove compartment until they are in a position where they are helping others instead of endangering them."
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Installing Cellular/Radio Towers, 2006.
A budget proposal on the cost of installing cellular/radio towers in parts of western Massachusetts.
2,123 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 13 sources, APA, $ 66.95
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This study attempts to identify the feasibility of and the costs associated with the installation of cellular communications towers in western Massachusetts that would provide adequate cellular radio coverage for the subject communities of Ware, Pelham and Shutesbury. Also investigated in the paper are funding sources, the impact on the environment and surrounding populations and the studies and permits that must be obtained before construction can commence.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Purpose of the Study
Importance of the Study
Scope of the Study
Rationale of the Study
Budgetary Considerations
Environmental Impact Requirements
Conclusion
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"The use of cellular communications devices in the United States has become virtually ubiquitous and Americans have embraced this technology in a major way; an unfortunate concomitant of this explosive growth in cellular communications, though, has been the need for frequently unsightly communications towers that can be as tall as 250 feet. While many companies have sought environmentally friendly alternatives by disguising these structures, the need for them remains solidly in place. There were more than 57,000 radio transmission sites throughout the country, with an estimated 110,000 antennae already in place by the end of 2002 (Tuesley 887). This proliferation of communications towers is a fundamental function of the explosive demand for wireless service and new technologies. For instance, in his essay, "Cellular tower proliferation in the United States," Thomas A. Wikle (2002) reports that cellular telephone towers have been placed in a growing number of cities, suburbs, and towns of America. This author estimates that more than 128,000 cellular antennae would be installed across the United States by the end of 2005 (Wikle 44). Clearly, cellular companies (also known as cell or wireless service providers) are under an increasing amount of pressure to extend their networks' geographical boundaries. Forecasts in the late 1990s suggested that 100,000 cellular telephone towers would be in place by 2010; in fact, though, by the end of 2001 that total had already been exceeded (Wikle 44)."
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Cellular Phones in Japan, 2004.
This paper compares the cell phone industry in Japan with the cell phone industry in the United States.
1,930 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 61.95
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This paper explains that the cell phone technology within the United States is in its infancy compared to the Japanese, who are so enamored of their cell phones and new cell phone technologies that Japanese companies are striving to create novel and powerful products to keep pace with the overwhelming demand. The author points out that, within the United States, cell phones are still regarded as a ?safety? or practical device mainly for use when one gets a flat tire or needs to remind junior to come home to do his homework; the Japanese, in contrast, realize that their phones offer them a whole world beyond simple ?calling?.The paper relates that Japanese consumers have virtually no problem receiving or sending phone signals anywhere in Japan because, unlike the United States, Japanese cellular companies scatter what is known as ?micro cells?, or mini-transmission stations, throughout the country to fill difficult coverage areas such as parking garages or the highest point of Mount Fuji.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Discussion
It?s an Accessory, Baby
It?s All about the Signal
Let Me Entertain You
Serious Gaming
Movies and Music
I?m Lost!
Who Needs Cash?
Conclusions
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"Of course, by far the most interesting technology to the average consumer is the newest development on the Japanese cell phone scene?namely, what is known as ?Cell-Phone Wallet.? Today, even in the United States, much of the world is moving to a system of payment in which actual cash is not utilized. Instead, growing numbers of individuals and businesses are doing business electronically via debit and credit card transactions. Due to this reality in which essentially the entire consumer transaction is done via computer, phone, and internet connections, it only makes sense to incorporate the cellular phone into the mix. Japanese cell phone manufacturers are doing just that."
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Danger in Cellular Phones, 2002.
A research paper into the danger and risks of using cellular phones.
2,293 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 70.95
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The purpose of this paper is to identify some of the possible risks associated with the use of cellular telephones. The paper is organized into four sections: An introduction which examines the existing literature on the topic and a methodological approach for identifying the likelihood of potential dangers. The second section discusses the results of the research. The third section states the conclusions that were reached from those findings. and the fourth section lists some recommendations for future research. Also included is an appendix containing the research instruments used in this study.
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"Of the 200 survey instruments sent out to the study participants, 100 completed forms were returned for analysis. The final sample consisted of 50 oncologists and 50 neurosurgeons. All 100 respondents indicated that they were aware of the current research on the potential dangers of cellular telephone use. However, only 90% stated that felt there was enough evidence to draw any firm conclusions about those risks (88% of oncologists believed this and 92% of neurosurgeons believed this). Twenty-eight percent of the total sample indicated that they felt able to give a general assessment of cellular telephone health risks."
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