Mobile Phone Revolution: The Past, Present and Future of Smartphone

Mobile Phone Revolution: The Past, Present and Future of Smartphone!! The “Smartphone Revolution” has completely changed the way how personal communication used to take place and with the recent launch of smartphones with cutting-edge technology, the competition has become even more aggressive. In this situation it is important to know the interesting history of this unique invention which has revolutionized our planet. Invented by an engineer in 1970’s who was working in Motorola Company, didn’t know himself that the world would be appreciating his invention to this extent. The mobile we are using today has passed through many evolutionary phases that made its significance more relevant and essential.

Mobile Phone Revolution: The Past, Present and Future of Smartphone

“Smartphone Revolution” has completely changed the personal communication use to take place

Martin Cooper was the man behind this tiny invention. In 1973 Martin made the first phone call from the world’s first mobile phone. It was a clear signal that the world is going to be globalized soon and the process of communication in upcoming century will shape the whole universe.

Invented by an engineer in 1970’s who was working in Motorola Company, didn’t know himself that the world would be appreciating his invention to this extent

During World War I, the German army used field telephone to stay in contact with its military officials. This use proved very significant during the course of WWI and stressed the alternative functions of mobile phone. In 1989, Motorola introduced the Micro T-AC personal telephone; its antennas could be pulled open to use it as a telephone and the flip-down was used as the mobile phone. After this in 1997, Philips Consumer Communications introduced the new digital smart phone “Sayngry”, which had additional specifications including mobile e-mail, Internet and wireless fax etc. Danger Hip Top was another smartphone introduced in 2002 with e-mail, SMS features, but this time the “Personal Assistance” apps e.g. digital cameras and video games were also introduced. This phone with flip-out screen and friendly keyboard made the communication more easy and helpful.

Martin Cooper was the man behind this tiny invention. In 1973 Martin made the first phone call from the world’s first mobile phone

Steve Jobs, Apple’s Chief Executive, in 2007 launched the first Pocket PC cum iPhone during Mac World conference held in San Francisco. iPhone’s launch proved to be a great invention that actually heated up the competition between Samsung, HTC, Nokia and Sonny Ericson. The alternative benefits of mobile phone came into reality by many brands and sparked a tough competition in the market. People came closer through social media connection and many other apps as mobile became a device that serves multiple purposes. It can be rather said that mobile has played fundamental role in making the world “Global Village”.

People came closer through social media connection and many other apps as mobile became a device that serves multiple purposes

Among vast list of functions performed by mobile phone, nowadays people use it for variety of purposes. Also due to the dramatic change in terms of technology: the internet, satellite stations, and the social networks people have become more aware about their rights and civil liberties. One of the best roles played by mobile and social media was during the 2010 wave of “Arab Uprisings”. As the protestors of these uprisings were majorly young people hence they used social media like Facebook, twitter and YouTube to organize, communicate and raise political awareness among the protestors. Protestors across the country used to announce the venue and timings for their protest on social media websites, making it easier to come and join their cause. Instead of AK-147 their revolution tool was social media, this is the reason why the alternative name for this uprising became “Facebook Revolution”. The use of mobile phone on political forums has made it clear that now everything is possible through this tiny device. People have now full freedom of expression as they can tweet and discuss everything through social media.

One of the best roles played by mobile and social media was during the 2010 wave of “Arab Uprisings”

Imran khan’s “M-Politics” has revived a new spirit in Pakistani nation where they share their views and access the true picture of story instead of relying on T.V channels and newspaper. But where do we stand in this revolution? Pakistan as a 3rd world country has huge potential to grow and fit itself in this technological competition. With latest launch of 3G/4G in Pakistan, mobile market can grow effectively as the quality and intensity of communication will increase.

Pakistan as a 3rd world country has huge potential to grow and fit itself in this technological competition

But along the improvement in the communication process, many other doors to development will also open. Smartphones along with 3G/4G technology will have a profound effect on the socio-economic state of the country by improving education, health, security and agriculture sectors while creating employment opportunities as well so we should stay positive and look forward to that.