As cell phone plans continue to get more expensive -- or at least feel that way -- companies are popping up that offer free mobile service. That's right, free. At least for the time being. It allows people to ditch their phone provider plans and contracts in order to access calls and texting services via apps.
Fongo is one such free mobile service based in Canada. Although it is still picking up steam among the population, Fongo offers a promising alternative to expensive plans. Of course, there is some added effort in using an app over more traditional phone services. Yet the effort might be worth it, especially in a day and age where people tend to text more anyhow.
Free Mobile Services
Fongo Uses Wifi and Data Connections to Make Free Phone Calls
Trend Themes
1. Free Mobile Services - The trend of offering free mobile services using apps will continue to grow as more people seek budget-friendly alternatives to traditional phone plans.
2. Wifi-enabled Phone Calls - The trend of using wifi and data connections for phone calls and texting services will disrupt the telecom industry by providing a more cost-effective alternative for consumers.
3. App-based Telecommunications - The trend of app-based telecommunications services will create opportunities for businesses to create user-friendly apps that integrate messaging and calling functions, disrupting the traditional telecom market.
Industry Implications
1. Telecommunications - The telecom industry will need to adapt to the changing landscape of app-based telecommunications services that offer free or low-cost alternatives to traditional phone plans.
2. Mobile App Development - The trend of app-based telecommunications services will create opportunities for mobile app developers to create more user-friendly, efficient, and customizable communication apps for consumers.
3. Wireless Internet Service Providers - Wireless internet service providers will have to develop services that can support the increasing demand for wifi-enabled phone and messaging services, as more people seek to use apps as a cost-effective alternative to traditional phone plans.