10 Ways the iPhone is Changing the World

 

When Apple released the iPhone in 2007, they changed the way the world communicated, interacted, and, in general, lived. As little as 20 years ago, the Internet was a rare commodity. Then, even 10 years ago, nobody would have imagined holding the Internet in their hand. Or having a touch screen device loaded down with apps and other tools that make life easier yet can also fit in the palm of your hand.

The iPhone has had an immense impact on the world, as millions of people have fallen in love with their phone and couldn’t live without it. The iPhone has had changed the world in hundreds of ways, so here’s a compressed list of 10 ways that the iPhone is changing the world.

1. No more need for a GPS unit.

Maps on the iPhone allows users to quickly locate their destination. It’s as simple as touching the screen a few times. Then, the user will have the entire planet at their fingertips with the ability to look up directions, find addresses, and view the earth’s map. Tom Tom and Garmin already fear the rise of the turn-by-turn iPhone that will quickly put them out of business.

2. Facetime and video chat is a reality.

No need to call anymore when you can have a live video chat with anybody on your phone. That makes keeping in touch even easier, and now, instead of just having audio from people, you get the full effects with visual as well.

3. Touchscreen devices are the new standard.

The days of the stylus and keyboard are over. The iPhone set the standard with a full touchscreen with no sliding, flipping, or spinning to open it up. Anything without a full touchscreen seems obsolete and outdated nowadays.

4. Easy Internet access at anytime.

The Internet has never been more available or as easy to access as it is now. No more scrambling to find a computer or waiting for dial-up to load. Now, the user simply can click on Safari and have the entire web waiting for them wherever they are. Wifi isn’t even necessary anymore with phone company’s blanketing most of the world.

5. SIRI.

The iPhone 4 was recently released with SIRI being a top priority for people buying the phone. SIRI is an instant, voice activated response to your every need and question that needs answering.

6. Students have access in school.

As much as people hate to think about it, high schoolers and college students are always on the lookout for new, innovative ways to cheat. The iPhone gives them new advantages of being able to look up answers and communicate easier to their test-taking friends who need help.

7. Voice memos and reminders can keep people organized.

Oftentimes, people forget things they need to do if it’s not for fun. But, people need to get stuff done, so they post a reminder on their iPhone. That way they get everything completed and have more time to do the things they enjoy.

8. Everyone has a camera on them at all times.

Viral videos don’t make themselves. With the touch of a screen, anybody can have a camera and take videos and pictures at any time. That the way the priceless pictures and home videos get taken and aren’t left for just verbal stories.

9. Integration with social networks.

Facebook and Twitter are quickly sweeping around the world, and anybody now has access from anywhere. Updating a status and liking a friend’s vacation album has never been easier. People can finally stay up-to-date on their friends’ viral lives and allows Facebook to flourish and reach its potential.

10. The world is becoming smaller and smaller.

With everybody now able to contact each other at any time and have the Inernet whenever they want, the world is becoming better connected and smaller. Suddenly, your family across the Atlantic Ocean doesn’t seem so far away.

As the iPhone has grown, so too has other college products such as RageHats, Netfllix, and, of course, more beer. It’s only a matter of time until the next big thing comes out, and, when it does, we’ll all be lining up outside the stores ready to buy.

By Jimmy Steve, a technology cyborg and glass-eyed technological guru with an iPhone.

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