Mobile Phone Safety Tips
Security. Think before you share. Many people share files, photos, and other information via their cell phones that they regret sharing later. Think twice before you share. If you're about to send out information that you think you might regret one day or information that might compromise someone else think again before sending. Pressing "send" is often a bell that can't be un-rung.
Talking while driving. Do you really need to talk on the phone while driving? In some states it is illegal without a dedicated Bluetooth/wireless handset. Many times it's better to pull over and call. If it's a call that might lead to an argument or other emotional issue, it's often better to wait until you're out of the car.
Texting while driving. Never text while driving. In many states it is illegal. If you have to text from the road, pull over to the shoulder or another safe area such as a parking lot or rest area. Don't take written notes while driving; instead, ask the person on the other end of the phone to e-mail you the information.
Overall safety. Program 911 into your phone's memory, in case you need it to report an accident, crime in progress, or what you perceive as suspicious activity.
Sharing. Mobile phones are far more personal than traditional phones. Don't let anyone borrow your phone or use it when you're not watching. Avoid becoming a victim. Today, it's easy to impersonate someone else (or even commit cybercrimes in that person's name) via mobile phone.
GPS functionality. Know how to turn off your phone's GPS function if you don't want other people to know your specific location.
Texting. Be careful when texting. When texting, and when e-mailing (as opposed to speaking to someone in person), people sometimes forget that they're interacting with a person who can't hear their tone of voice or see their facial expressions. This can sometimes lead to a perception of rudeness or abruptness that may not have happened if the two people had been speaking aloud. If a situation gets tense, stop the conversation and offer to meet in person or discuss via phone.
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Talking while driving. Do you really need to talk on the phone while driving? In some states it is illegal without a dedicated Bluetooth/wireless handset. Many times it's better to pull over and call. If it's a call that might lead to an argument or other emotional issue, it's often better to wait until you're out of the car.
Texting while driving. Never text while driving. In many states it is illegal. If you have to text from the road, pull over to the shoulder or another safe area such as a parking lot or rest area. Don't take written notes while driving; instead, ask the person on the other end of the phone to e-mail you the information.
Overall safety. Program 911 into your phone's memory, in case you need it to report an accident, crime in progress, or what you perceive as suspicious activity.
Sharing. Mobile phones are far more personal than traditional phones. Don't let anyone borrow your phone or use it when you're not watching. Avoid becoming a victim. Today, it's easy to impersonate someone else (or even commit cybercrimes in that person's name) via mobile phone.
GPS functionality. Know how to turn off your phone's GPS function if you don't want other people to know your specific location.
Texting. Be careful when texting. When texting, and when e-mailing (as opposed to speaking to someone in person), people sometimes forget that they're interacting with a person who can't hear their tone of voice or see their facial expressions. This can sometimes lead to a perception of rudeness or abruptness that may not have happened if the two people had been speaking aloud. If a situation gets tense, stop the conversation and offer to meet in person or discuss via phone.
To view mobile phone ratings, click here:
http://www.jdpower.com/Electronics/ratings/traditional-mobile-phone-ratings-(volume-2)/