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SMARTPHONE

History

- The first official mobile phone used in Sweden by the Swedish police in 1946; could make 6 phone calls before car's battery was drained- development of first cell phone (creation of towers/cells at Bell Labs in 1947- FCC?- 1983 Motorola DynaTAC 8000X made commercially available: 2 lbs, $3,500- 1991 Motorola MicroTac Lite the lightest phone: $1,000

History cont.

- 2nd generation: from the early 1990's- smaller, better batteries, huge increase in popularity - 3rd generation: include 2 Megabits of maximum data rate indoors and 384 kbits for outdoor use- include internet access and other modern innovations- 1993 IBM developed first smartphone, Simon

Uses 

- Smartphones provide portable use of IT- Entertainment Uses:games, music (mp3 player), books (e-book), and digital television broadcast- Social Uses: phone call, text message, wireless internet (access to e-mail, social networking websites)- Organization Uses: calendar, finance manager, address book, storage for data

Benefits

• Mobile technology is key to keeping in touch in the modern world.

• Text messaging • Smart Phones aren't only

used for communication, but for organizing schedules, jotting down notes, playing music, games, checking the weather, and other applications.

Benefits Cont.

• Cell Phones "revolutionized long distance calling", making it much more inexpensive for long distance communication.

• Cell phone logs have also been helpful in court cases where they can be used as evidence.       (You may also consider this a disadvantage)

Criticisms- negative health affects (increases resting blood pressure, reduces production of melatonin, related to Altzeimers's Disease, linked to cancer)- increased stress level (fatigue, headache, difficulty in concentration, disturbance in sleep)- male infertility effect on children; - risk in driving- reduced privacy- effects on language

The Primary Mobile Device Requirements:

New Blackberry (2013 release)

•Wireless Internet

MLS access, Web searches, news and information

•Email

Instantly delivered whenever, wherever

•PDA

For calendar, contacts, documents and information storage

•Multimedia

Photos, video, listings, marketing materials

•Text Messaging

The preferred messaging style for young consumers

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The Smartphone DesignThe Smartphone Design

WhatMicrocontroller?

LCD/Touch Screen

Telephony Side

Memory

Keypad Handset

Keyboard

ExternalDevices

Power Mgmt

How these features are delivered makes the difference:

•Screen Size and Resolution

•Internet Browser

•Virtual vs. Physical Keyboard

•Easy-To-Use Design

•Camera Features

•Processor Speed

•Flash vs. Non-Flash Capable

•Portability

OR

The latest technology Features

•Faster Processors Increased speed, added functionality

•4G Data Download speeds up to 7x faster than 3G

•Larger Memory More applications and functions

•Multimedia improvements Up to 8MP cameras, HD Video

•Cloud Apps Easy connections to apps via the Internet

Samsung Galaxy III

Regardless of choice, three rules to make the best use of your

smartphone

Rule 1:

Commit to the technology

Make your smartphone’s productivity features as common to you as your phone features.

Put all of your calendar events into your phone. Keep it current, use it daily.

Save notes and memos in the phone instead of on paper

Rule 2: Take full advantage of

the features

Take the time to setup the options for each application.

Bookmark your MLS site and other favorite websites in the browser.

Practice taking photos and video capture with the camera

Add third-party software applications as needed

Create shortcuts to make navigation easier and faster

Learning to use the advanced features will increase productivity and increase sales

Rule 3: Customize your device- make it uniquely yours

Personalizing your smartphone will improve and speed navigation, increase satisfaction

Set speed dials and application shortcuts

Customize the screen and each application for optimal navigation

Get yourself hands-free with a headset and Bluetooth car kit

Customize your device for a unique look, sound and response

Add accessories to extend battery life, or add functionality

Bonus Rule:

Get Creative!

Imagine ways you can deliver first rate services and impress your clients

Use the camera and videocam to record and send updated photos and video

Share the most up-to-the minute listing information with your Twitter followers

Always remember special dates (birthdays, anniversaries) for past clients

Use MMS to host a “remote showing” when a live presentation isn’t possible

Have your showing addresses pre-programmed into the GPS or Mobile Maps

How To Avoid Being One Of These People

Treat your smartphone in many ways as you do your computer

Managing the memory of your smartphone is key

Simple steps will avoid frustration, and perhaps embarrassment

Regular maintenance can keep you and your phone running smoothly

Thank You!