Teen Phone Facts

Teen Phone Facts From a study by the University of Tampere (Finland):
Who buys? The average purchase age is 14-15, but kids as young as seven have wireless phones.
Who talks? Females use their phones most often to communicate with friends. Males describe their phones as status symbols and symbols of belonging.
What style? Teenagers like phones that are small and have "customizable" features like a choice of rings and colors.
What next? A teenager's first phone is usually basic, but is then replaced within 6-12 months by a much more sophisticated model, often paid for in full or in part by the teenager.

In India
Usually parents pay for the phones as teenagers hardly work.
Phone is more a status symbol, not just for kids but also for parents.

Cool - Not Cool
Not cool To have your wireless phone on in places like classrooms, restaurants, temples or movie theaters.
Cool If you forget to turn off your phone and it rings - putting you in an embarrassing situation - say "excuse me" and turn it off.
Cool If you're with family or friends, talk in a low voice and keep your conversation brief.
Cool If you're seated next to others in a public place, ask if they mind that you make a call.
Cool In an emergency, use your wireless phone to call for help, for yourself or for others.