Can you imagine not using your smartphone even for a day? Neither can we. Mobile devices have become our go-to solutions for just about everything, both private and professional. We can finish work while on the move, order products and services, and pay our utility bills via our smartphones and tablets.
Such an enormous use of mobile devices demands constant innovation, which increases user efficiency while saving time and money. Here’s what mobile technologies mean to the contemporary world and where these advancements are leading.
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Mobile Technologies at the Forefront of the Democratisation of the Digital Space
Although the internet recently turned 41, not all regions in the world have equal access to it. A nation’s economic and social status significantly influences the residents’ access to digital services.
However, advances in technology, primarily the development of smartphones, have brought the online space closer to potential users, effectively democratising underserved areas, including the African continent.
The hyperproduction of mobile devices created a plethora of options, enabling people of different purchasing powers to buy a device that meets their needs. In Africa, for instance, the increased usage of smartphones allows users to access mobile banking. Now, users can use various digital solutions to transfer or receive money even if they don’t have a bank account.
In addition, mobile phones have enabled fast and seamless communication with language tools that remove the communication obstacles between populations speaking different languages. Finally, mobile technology opened the doors to new sources of education, allowing users to dive deep into digital knowledge pools, benefitting their position in today’s innovation-driven business climate.
Mobile Technology and Communication
Gone are the days when phones were used to call someone by dialling a dedicated number. Today, smartphones support various communication apps, enabling you to interact with others regardless of the location via text or audio message and video call.
Depending on your needs and the nature of the communication, you can opt for synchronous or asynchronous interactions that, in both cases, ensure seamless communication between the sender and the recipient.
Mobile Technologies and Entertainment
Only a decade ago, we would have laughed if someone had told us we would be able to watch our favourite shows and movies on mobile phones. Today, that’s the reality. Thanks to advancing mobile technologies, we can now access the most popular streaming services on our pocket-sized devices.
Not only that, companies operating in various entertainment spheres have embraced innovations from the mobile realm. Take online casinos as an example. In addition to playing casino games on desktop computers, there are also dedicated mobile casinos where punters can win real money.
Mobile casinos draw punters’ attention due to the convenience they offer. They create diverse game offers that cater to different preferences, enriching them with generous bonuses and promotions that increase players’ chances of winning. Likewise, mobile casinos have opened doors to mobile banking, making it easy for players to deposit and withdraw money.
Mobile technology also enables us to read our favourite magazines and newspapers online. Book lovers also enjoy the benefits of these solutions as they can download various mobile apps offering e-books or audiobooks.
Mobile Technologies and Business
The coronavirus pandemic forced the entire world to transition to the digital space, including businesses. Companies of all shapes and sizes had to find a way to promote products and services online. Welcome e-commerce.
Although e-commerce was not invented during the COVID-19 crisis, it has undoubtedly gained global traction during that period. The pandemic is over, but e-commerce stands strong today with no signs of slowing down.
Buyers will continue purchasing online mainly on their mobile phones, and companies that want to stay relevant must continue optimising their sites for mobile use, employing solutions like AI (artificial intelligence) and ML (machine learning) to collect and analyse buyers’ data crucial for creating personalised recommendations.
What the Future Holds for Mobile Technologies
Mobile technology will continue to grow, that is the fact, but in which direction is yet to be seen. Still, one thing is sure: development is geared towards a personalised mobile experience. The solutions already shaping it are:
- 5G network
- AI (Artificial Intelligence) and ML (Machine Learning)
- Mobile IoT (Internet of Things)
- Cloud computing
- Biometric technology
- Blockchain
- And many more
With so many different factors affecting the continued development of mobile technologies, there’s little doubt that any company out there will be foolish not to jump on the bandwagon and embrace and implement the changes as they come.