Cell phones are a piece of technology that almost everyone seems to have. For the majority of the time, cell phones are easy to use and are pretty straight forward. These little devices have almost everything you need when trying to keep in touch and communicate with others. Simple phone calls, text messaging, video calls, and chat keeps you in touch with whoever whereever and whenever. Games and internet connection are also included in cell phones for entertainment and fun when people feel they need some times to just relax. Although cell phones are useful little devices, they do have a downfall. Since it has become so popular, many people do not see it as a problem when they are busy doing something. This piece of technology is so small that it would be easy to multi-task with..right? Wrong. Using your cell phone while doing something that requires concentration is definitley a distraction. So therefore, i have created five rules when i think it is necessary for cell phone use.
Rule ONE: Cellphones should be turned off during class and work , because as we all know interruptions can be quite irritating and nonetheless rude. School and work is a time to set aside socializing and keep focus on what is important which is learning, listening to the teacher or just doing your job.
Rule TWO: Cellphones should not be used at all when driving. Not only are you putting yourself at risk, but also others around you; whether it be pedestrians or other drivers. Trying to focus on the road, speed limit, and people walking can be quite difficult while holding a conversation with someone else. Your full focus and concentration should be on driving and not with the conversation you're having with the your friend, acquaintance, or whoever.
Rule THREE: When cellphones seems to be a constant distraction, it's time to put it away. If your cellphone prevents you from getting work done, either for school or around the house, that's when it's time to re-focus and remember what is more important. Cell phones are very useful and entertaining, but get your work done before getting carried away in a conversation with your friend or friends.
Rule FOUR: Use your cellphone being aware of what environment you are in. Remember when using your cell phone in public, others are around you and the last thing you want to do is disturb or annoy them. So keep your voice at appropriate level and be sure to not shout.
Rule FIVE: Keep in mind of where you are and whether your cell phone should be on silent, vibrate, ringing or completly off. It's very inconsiderate and rude to be at a quiet place and your cell phone rings on the loudest volume. Keep in mind before entering a place what kind of environment it holds, and be concerned on how your cell phone should be adjusted. That last thing you'd want to do irritate people with your cell phone ringing.
Cell phones are very entertaining and very time consuming especially during a conversation with a friend; but we must all learn there is a time and place to use them. These rules help you remember when you should use them, what place you should use them, and how you should adjust it when entering a place so you will not disturb others.
