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19th May 2008    Current rating: 

We saw it coming… what’s been happening all around the world is finally happening in North America: People are severing their ties to landlines and relying solely on their mobile phones.

One interesting tidbit that was highlighted: ”…about a third of those under age 30 have cell phones exclusively…” Imagine what that figure will be even just a year from now!

This is exciting, considering that not only are most people carrying around cell phones, the number of web-enabled smartphones being used are on the rise as well, according to a recent report by ABI Research. But of course, something people need to bear in mind is that as they rely on smartphones and Web-enabled cell phones to serve as their sole communication outlet, unlike traditional landlines, these devices are increasingly vulnerable to attacks.

So to that we say “cheers!” to the exciting growth and evolution of the “mobile frontier.” We’ll be on the frontlines to help the world safely and securely embrace this “brave new world.”

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It was only a matter of time until this happened and I am sure that we will continue to see this trend spread globally. Good to see the security implications being considered though as many do not consider the threat of viruses and malware let alone the annoyance of spam! Wonder if spam and advertising will see mobile owners rushing back for their landlines!

Nice Post

good question, would I go back to a landline and all the insurance, mortgage, home improvement sales calls? Having a mobile at least makes it harder for outbound sales companies to know who i am, where I live and use their demographic data profiling to target me. At least with mobile spam / advertising, i dont have to pick up the phone!