Cell Phone Etiquette

Finding a land-line phone number has become much easier since the onset of the Web. There are dozens of yellow pages and white pages on-line that can help you find a traditional phone number with...

Have you looked up recently from your cell phone and caught the "how dare you" glare. If you have seen this look of disgust - or even if you haven't- it is more than likely that you...

In a meeting, in the bathroom or driving to the mall -- no matter what you're doing -- cell phones keep you in touch 24/7. But while accepting a call in the boardroom or the bathroom may be...

As convenient as cell phones are, they can be quite the nuisance at times. It is important that with the advancement of technology come new etiquette rules, especially when the technology involves...

Cell phones are great—they keep us in touch with friends, families, and our business issues. They can be lifesavers during emergencies. However, cell phones can also be annoying if not used...

Etiquette is a concern in every social situation, including speaking on a cell phone. Many people are unfamiliar with mobile phone etiquette, and some disregard it altogether. The convenience of...

If you lost your Blackberry or iPhone, you'd probably feel completely disconnected from the world. Well, you're not alone. These days, cell phones are not just devices that allow us to make phone...

Studies done within the last five years show that drivers who are talking on their cell phones have a significantly slower response time than those who don't have a cell phone in hand. In the...

In today's society, the cell phone is an essential means of communication. Personal convenience aside, many people use cell phones for business as well. Though we can appreciate the advantages of...

It's so easy to take that phone call. In today's world, instant gratification is the name of the game. Cell phone etiquette is something that you might want to consider. You don't really have to...

The "keitai" or cell phone culture in Japan resemble cell phone culture in the West. Text messaging, taking pictures, and other phone features coincide with daily life resulting in a few rules of...

With cell phones in sight everywhere you go, you've most likely overheard the conversations of total strangers. Do you ever wonder what the guidelines are for using a cell phone? Our family had a...

In 2009, almost everyone has a cell phone. With the widespread availability of personal cell phones comes a new set of issues and etiquette for the office.

Besides enforcing that their children must obey their school's rules regarding when and where they can use their phones, parents should set rules in the home regarding times and places where...

There are few people in today's society who don't own a cell phone. Children can even be seen walking through stores and down the street with one in their hands. However not everyone who owns one...

Cell phones have very quickly become an integral part of our everyday lives as we can communicate through phone calls or text-message from virtually anywhere. As the use of cell phones grows, it...

Cell phones have become a part of everyday life. People have removed landlines in favor of cell phones, which means more conversation in public places. Improper usage of cell phones disrupts the...

Cell phones are no longer just used in case of emergencies or when no other forms of communication are available. They have become a trend of constant convenience for most adults and a must-have...

Ethics describes a system of morals that are studied, recommended and accepted by society. These unwritten rules, made up of morals (the concept of right behavior) and values (what is held in high...

Since the widespread use of cell phones began, many annoying habits have crept into our daily lives that can be a source of rudeness, irritation, and even danger. There are several rules that you...

Being put on hold can bring out the worst in us. Sometimes getting something taking care of involving a company or a state institution can be quite a farce and the red tape they generate is...

If you do not want to be bothered with telemarketers and unwanted calls to your home phones or your cell phone you should register all your numbers with the National Do Not Call List.

Advances in technology have led to ubiquitous gadget use, ranking cell phone users among the top etiquette offenders on public transportation. Here's an easy guide to limiting cell phone usage on...

It is common knowledge that many people do not practice proper cell phone etiquette. The problem is only getting worse since cell phones are becoming more and more elaborate, and more and more...

Cell phone etiquette in public is one of those things that we should probably all have down cold by now. After all, cell phones have been in widespread use for quite some time. Yet it still seems...

According to ABC News Reporter Brian Ross, "A senior federal law enforcement official tells ABC News the government is tracking the phone numbers we call in an effort to root out confidential...

Some may view cell phone etiquette as subjective. There are, however, a few basic guidelines that have been accepted as good manners when dealing with cell phones. If you're unsure about what you...

Cell phones are some of the most dynamic communication (and increasingly infotainment) devices of the Digital Age. While cell phones have proved to be highly beneficial tools for many tasks and...

A number of surveys conducted by government agencies and non-profit organizations have been pointing to increasing road accidents and fatalities directly attributable to the use of cell phones...

We live in times when everyone is connected, literally. It makes you wonder how anyone survived without the cell phone years ago. For the many benefits and conveniences a cell phone has brought...

Everywhere you turn these days, someone has a cell phone glued to his/her ear or appears to be raving lunatic because he or she is speaking quite loudly and/or animatedly into the cell phone's...

There was once a time when the phone rang and someone answered it to see who it was. Twenty years ago, this was the norm. Now, however, almost everybody screens their calls to come extent by first...

Got a problem and need to call a customer service representative to get the job done? Does this process seem to be more difficult than what it really needs to be. The following steps should make...

Whether you're trying to trace a prank caller or cheating spouse, it's not hard to identify a cell phone number. But you'll probably have to pay. Unlike the white pages for land lines, there is no...

Here are a few tips to help prevent drinking and dialing. If you've ever made a drunken call at 3 a.m., this is for you. Or maybe you haven't, but you know someone who has and you've been on the...

It is highly maddening when you are at an extrememly crucial part in the movies when all of a sudden the guy next to you not only has his cell phone ring a few times, but then he answers it and...

Let's face it - we all have cell phones, but not all of us know how to use cell phone etiquette. Are you unsure about when it is appropriate and not appropriate to use your cell phone? This guide...

Many people consider cell phones and other electronic communication devices necessary for life in our world today. But do we really need to use them so often? Is this obsession with texting,...

Ever catch yourself praying for those few more cell phone minutes before your battery dies on you? ARGGHH (you know the feeling). So why not optimize your cell phone battery, make it last longer....

Phones are an essential part of life, and cell phones have made communication so much easier. Now we're available to callers at almost any time. But we can forget that when the phone rings, we...

Text messaging has become one of the most convenient forms of communication today. Similar to email, it allows a person to quickly transmit and receive information via cell phone. For many, text...

Using cell phones does not have to become a bad habit. Follow these simple rules, so that you can avoid insulting you company

Not long ago, answering a cell phone at the table was considered very rude. Now many devices such as the iPhones and Blackberrys are being keep in close reach. The excuse is the need for...

Have you noticed that kids, and some adults, don't talk out loud anymore. They TEXT! Everything. From lunch plans to homework to updates on their regularity or lack thereof, it seems the mouth...

Good manners are always good and new technology brings also a new trend in etiquette. The following are some rules to follow, even though we all have been guilty of one or more.

Cell phones have made life so much easier, allowing us to conduct business and talk to family and friends on the go. As easy as cell phones make life, they don't come without their own set of...

Conducting a fake cell phone call can have its advantages. However, you need to do this properly to ensure that nobody will be able to tell that you aren't having a real cell phone call. Keep...

The important things--keys, wallet and cell phone--often seem to get left behind whenever we leave the house. Here are some tips and tricks on how to stop doing this.

Many of us need to answer calls when they come in, no matter where or when. We've moved past that issue, because now people expect you to answer your phone. We even need to make calls no matter...

In today's world, owning a cell phone is an absolute must. But in a city as fast-paced as New York, there are some simple rules that should be followed just for your own safety and also as general...