The Jott App Works Without a Data Plan or Wifi Connection
Meghan Young — June 8, 2015 — Life-Stages
References: jott & techcrunch
The Jott app ingeniously taps into one of the major roadblocks teen users encounter when accessing or even using social media platforms -- no money to afford a decent data plan, or a data plan at all. It can work without data or a WiFi connection, making it a convenient messaging app on a very important and impressive level.
Those who do use the Jott app willbe able to communicate with others via a closed network within a 100-foot area within school limits. Tech Crunch explains, "It does this by using something called a mesh network that operates on Bluetooth low energy or using a router that can reach within 100 feet of each user." Since texting is the preferred form of communication amongst teens, that makes this app very appealing.
Those who do use the Jott app willbe able to communicate with others via a closed network within a 100-foot area within school limits. Tech Crunch explains, "It does this by using something called a mesh network that operates on Bluetooth low energy or using a router that can reach within 100 feet of each user." Since texting is the preferred form of communication amongst teens, that makes this app very appealing.
Trend Themes
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Data-free Messaging — The Jott app serves as an example of a data-free messaging trend, allowing users to communicate without relying on a data plan or WiFi connection.
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Mesh Networking — The use of mesh networking technology, as demonstrated by the Jott app, is a disruptive innovation opportunity for companies looking to create efficient and communication networks in limited areas.
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Digital Inclusion — The development of data-free messaging apps, like Jott, addresses the issue of digital inclusion by providing communication solutions for users who may not have access to a data plan or WiFi connection.
Industry Implications
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Mobile Messaging — The data-free messaging trend, exemplified by the Jott app, presents opportunities for innovation in the mobile messaging industry.
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Telecommunications — The use of mesh networks for communication, showcased by the Jott app, presents disruptive innovation opportunities for the telecommunications industry.
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Education Technology — The Jott app's ability to facilitate communication within school limits using Bluetooth low energy or a router presents innovative opportunities for the education technology industry.
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