Japan's Mobile Safety
Going Like Sixty — January 16, 2008 — Tech
References: digitalworldtokyo
Cell phones may soon issue earthquake warnings. If you doubt that our lives will be intertwined with our phones, this may convince you. Japan's three largest cell carriers will cooperate to send alerts from the government's advance warning system to phones. The precious few seconds or minutes before a quake could save an untold number of lives.
Implications - For those living in natural disaster-prone areas, the ability of one's phone to elicit disaster warnings is not only useful, but also has the potential to be life-saving. This is a prime example of the way in which phones are becoming almost integral to daily living. As technology advances, more and more applications will make phones an all-encompassing tool that no consumer can afford to be without.
Implications - For those living in natural disaster-prone areas, the ability of one's phone to elicit disaster warnings is not only useful, but also has the potential to be life-saving. This is a prime example of the way in which phones are becoming almost integral to daily living. As technology advances, more and more applications will make phones an all-encompassing tool that no consumer can afford to be without.
Trend Themes
1. Earthquake Warning Systems - Creating smartphone applications or integrating features that can receive and send earthquake warnings can potentially save lives and improve safety in natural disaster-prone areas.
2. Mobile Safety Solutions - Developing and implementing advanced safety features and applications on smartphones can enhance the overall safety and preparedness of individuals during emergencies.
3. Integration of Technology in Daily Life - The increasing integration of smartphones into everyday life presents opportunities for developing innovative applications that provide essential services and improve convenience.
Industry Implications
1. Telecommunications - Telecommunication companies can explore collaborations with government warning systems to develop and enhance smartphone capabilities for receiving and transmitting emergency alerts.
2. Mobile App Development - The mobile app development industry can focus on creating and improving smartphone applications that provide real-time disaster alerts and safety features.
3. Emergency Preparedness - Companies in the emergency preparedness sector can leverage smartphone technology to offer comprehensive solutions that enhance public safety during natural disasters.
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