Google's new phone, the Android, is in the hands of testers and getting closer to being in the hands of technology media. Designed to bury the iPhone and all comers, the Android is open source and open network. This allows anyone to develop applications and it works on any cell phone network.
Implications - When it comes to the mobile world, technology is constantly changing. To provide consumers with the best experience, smartphones have become increasingly functional. More and more people are searching for technology that can give them the most for the money they pay. Text messaging and phone calls are only a couple of the many things that are now expected of cellular devices.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Open Source Mobile Phones
- The Android phone's open source nature offers opportunities for companies to develop and customize their own mobile phones.
- Increasing Smartphone Functionality
- Consumers are demanding more features and capabilities from their smartphones to get the most value for their money.
- Changing Mobile Technology Landscape
- Constant advancements in mobile technology lead to a constantly changing landscape, creating opportunities for new players.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Telecommunications
- As the market for mobile phones continues to grow and evolve, so too does the telecommunications industry.
- Mobile Application Development
- The Android phone's open source nature allows for anyone to develop and customize applications, creating opportunities for developers.
- Consumer Electronics
- As smartphones become increasingly important in everyday life, the consumer electronics industry must continue to innovate and provide the most advanced devices.
