Nomophobia

[Smurf-Herder]

Nomophobia is the fear of being out of mobile phone contact - and it's the plague of our 24/7 age
http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/news/article-23468919-details/Nomophobia+is+the+fear+of+being+out+of+mobile+phon e+contact+-+and+it's+the+plague+of+our+247+age/article.do

"One in ten said they needed to be contactable at all times because of their jobs, while 9 per cent said that having their phone switched off made them anxious.

Experts say nomophobia could affect up to 53 per cent of mobile phone users, with 48 per cent of women and 58 per cent of men questioned admitting to experiencing feelings of anxiety when they run out of battery or credit, lose their phone or have no network coverage."

[Moby]

I used to have a friend that was addicted to his mobile. You could watch him. It didn't matter what was going on or where we were. He'd start to look at his phone if it hadn't rung for a while. Then he start to touch it. He start getting anxious and fidgety. Then he'd pick it up and dial someone. Often he had no idea who he was dialing or why. He just had to do it.

I did have a job where I would pretty much get called all the time though. My territory was the world and it wasn't unreasonable for Hong Kong to call at 3:30 in the afternoon their time. :(

[Smurf-Herder]

My ex got me one for my birthday.

I got calls for two months for people I didn't know. Everything from bill collectors to job interviews. What I really hate is the spam text messages.

I think of it as another thing to worry about forgetting.

[Moby]

My ex got me one for my birthday.

I got calls for two months for people I didn't know. Everything from bill collectors to job interviews. What I really hate is the spam text messages.

I think of it as another thing to worry about forgetting.
That's why I've kept the same number for over a decade now. Most cell phone numbers come with a lot of baggage. However, I rarely answer my mobile unless it's my wife.

[Cat slave]

I have a friend with a major addiction to the cell phone. I just cant imagine
what she pays a month...it has to be a lot!

I have a cell as everyone else does but I dont socialize on it and have no
panic attacks over who might try to get me and cant. My friend would go into
a total meltdown.

I dont always want to be reached!!!! So, I turn it off and everyone I may
want to talk to has been warned not to leave a message because I dont use
my cell voicemail!

[mwillman]

I dont have a cell.
Partly becuase im a starving student and dont want to spend the money
but also partly becuase I really dont like them.

I lived most of my life without people needing to get ahold of me when I was on the bus or in the bathroom and I want to keep it that way.

They are great tools but they are way over used and I hate having to hear half a conversation when Im trying to read or enjoy the sun or one of many things I do in areas where cell phone users seem to want to regail us with there mundane views on dish soap or what thier cousin did over spring break.

[Peregrine]

I have one only to take along in the car in case of an emergency. I see too many people so rapped up in conversations and trying to drive. It causes so many accidents. If I do get a call while I'm driving..I safely move off the road and take the call..if its not urgent...I close the call, otherwise, I would never bother with them.:(

[bigfootzx]

I keep my phone off 70% of the time, use the speakerphone when I use it, seen too many wreckless drivers.

I use one for travel and emergency contact primarily, I work at home. I did away with the monthly plans since my usage is 122 minutes max. StiMobile.com is $3/month and 10 cents a minute, beats giving away money to Cingular.

My old cingular phone was horrible, telemarketers had my number, got calls from satellite TV goones and some old lady asking about test results. She called 8 times over a couple of months, a real chatterbox too. I talked her into using the internet to find the right number, problem solved.

[LadyMod at scam.com]

My neice sent this to me the other day. I only use my cell phone for outgoing calls if I'm out in the field instead of in the office or for emergencies. Hell, I have no clue what my cell number is. I use a prepay Tracphone and it takes me 6 months just to use up 100 minutes. LOL. I hate cell phones.

Anyway, come July it looks like one better not drive and talk. It's about damn time.

Wireless Telephone Laws FAQs

Two new laws dealing with the use of wireless telephones while driving go into effect July 1, 2008. Below is a list of Frequently Asked Questions concerning these new laws.

Q: When do the new wireless telephone laws take effect?
A: The new laws take effect July 1, 2008

Q: What is the difference between the two laws?
A: The first prohibits all drivers from using a handheld wireless telephone while operating a motor vehicle. (Vehicle Code (VC) §23123). Motorists 18 and over may use a hands-free device. Drivers under the age of 18 may NOT use a wireless telephone or hands-free device while operating a motor vehicle (VC §23124).

Q: What if I need to use my telephone during an emergency, and I do not have a hands- free device?
A: The law allows a driver to use a wireless telephone to make emergency calls to a law enforcement agency, a medical provider, the fire department, or other emergency services agency.

Q: What are the fines(s) if I’m convicted?
A: The base fine for the FIRST offense is $20 and $50 for subsequent convictions. With the addition of penalty assessments, the fines can be more than triple the base fine amount.

Q: Will I receive a point on my driver license if I’m convicted for a violation of the wireless telephone law?
A: No. The violation is a reportable offense, however, DMV will not assign a violation point.

Q: Will the conviction appear on my driving record?
A: Yes, but the violation point will not be added.

Q: Will there be a grace period when motorists will only get a warning?
A: No. The law becomes effective July 1, 2008. Whether a citation is issued is always at the discretion of the officer based upon his or her determination of the most appropriate remedy for the situation.

Q: Are passengers affected by this law?
A: No. This law only applies to the person driving a motor vehicle.

Q: Do these laws apply to out-of-state drivers whose home states do not have such laws?
A: Yes

Q: Can I be pulled over by a law enforcement officer for using my handheld wireless telephone?
A: Yes. A law enforcement officer can pull you over just for this infraction.

Q: What if my phone has a push-to-talk feature, can I use that?
A: No. However, the law does provide an exception for those operating a commercial motor truck or truck tractor (excluding pickups), implements of husbandry, farm vehicle or tow truck, to use a two-way radio operated by a “push-to-talk” feature.

Q: What other exceptions are there?
A: Operators of an authorized emergency vehicle during the course of employment are exempt as are those motorists operating a vehicle on private property.


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DRIVERS 18 AND OVER

Drivers 18 and over will be allowed to use a hands-free device to talk on their wireless telephone while driving. The following FAQs apply to those motorists 18 and over.

Q: Does the new “hands-free” law prohibit you from dialing a wireless telephone while driving or just talking on it?
A: The new law does not prohibit dialing, but drivers are strongly urged not to dial while driving.

Q: Will it be legal to use a Blue Tooth or other earpiece?
A: Yes, however you cannot have BOTH ears covered.

Q: Does the new hands-free law allow you to use the speaker phone function of your wireless telephone while driving?
A: Yes.

Q: Does the new “hands-free” law allow drivers 18 and over to text page(?) while driving?
A: The law does not specifically prohibit that, but an officer can pull over and issue a citation to a driver of any age if, in the officer’s opinion, the driver was distracted and not operating the vehicle safely. Text paging(?) while driving is unsafe at any speed and is strongly discouraged.


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DRIVERS UNDER 18

Q: Am I allowed to use my wireless telephone hands free?
A: No. Drivers under the age of 18 may not use a wireless telephone, pager, laptop or any other electronic communication or mobile services device to speak or text while driving in any manner, even hands free. EXCEPTION: Permitted in emergency situations to call police, fire or medical authorities(VC §23124).

Q: Why is the law stricter for provisional drivers?
A: Statistics show that teen drivers are more likely than older drivers to be involved in crashes because they lack driving experience and tend to take greater risks. Teen drivers are vulnerable to driving distractions such as talking with passengers, eating or drinking, and talking or texting on wireless devices, which increase the chance of getting involved in serious vehicle crashes.

Q: Can my parents give me permission to allow me to use my wireless telephone while driving?
A: No. The only exception is an emergency situation that requires you to call a law enforcement agency, a health care provider, the fire department or other emergency agency entity.

Q: Does the law apply to me if I’m an emancipated minor?
A: Yes. The restriction applies to all licensed drivers who are under the age of 18.

Q: If I have my parent(s) or someone age 25 years or older in the car with me, may I use my wireless telephone while driving?
A: No. You may only use your wireless telephone in an emergency situation.

Q: Will the restriction appear on my provisional license?
A: No.

Q: May I use the hands-free feature while driving if my car has the feature built in?
A: No. The law prohibits anyone under the age of 18 from using any type of wireless device while driving, except in an emergency situation.

Q: Can a law enforcement officer stop me for using my hands-free device while driving?
A: No. For drivers under the age of 18, this is considered a SECONDARY violation meaning that a law enforcement officer may cite you for using a hands-free wireless device if you were pulled over for another violation. However, the prohibition against using a handheld wireless device while driving is a PRIMARY violation for which a law enforcement officer can pull you over.



The two laws were the result of SB 1613 and SB 33, authored by Assemblyman Joe Simitian and signed into law by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger in September 2006.

[Smurf-Herder]

In 2002 I was hit by an idiot not looking at the road and talking on his cell phone; while my car was stationary, waiting at an intersection for 2 minutes.

[Cat slave]

I dont have a cell.
Partly becuase im a starving student and dont want to spend the money
but also partly becuase I really dont like them.

I lived most of my life without people needing to get ahold of me when I was on the bus or in the bathroom and I want to keep it that way.

They are great tools but they are way over used and I hate having to hear half a conversation when Im trying to read or enjoy the sun or one of many things I do in areas where cell phone users seem to want to regail us with there mundane views on dish soap or what thier cousin did over spring break.

I agree with you completely. We only got cell phones when we moved to the
country....very remote, long country highways between home and a city!

[Cat slave]

I have one only to take along in the car in case of an emergency. I see too many people so rapped up in conversations and trying to drive. It causes so many accidents. If I do get a call while I'm driving..I safely move off the road and take the call..if its not urgent...I close the call, otherwise, I would never bother with them.:(

I do exactly the same thing! Its scary how many people are on the road
and texting which to me is far worse even than taking a call.

[Cat slave]

I keep my phone off 70% of the time, use the speakerphone when I use it, seen too many wreckless drivers.

I use one for travel and emergency contact primarily, I work at home. I did away with the monthly plans since my usage is 122 minutes max. StiMobile.com is $3/month and 10 cents a minute, beats giving away money to Cingular.

My old cingular phone was horrible, telemarketers had my number, got calls from satellite TV goones and some old lady asking about test results. She called 8 times over a couple of months, a real chatterbox too. I talked her into using the internet to find the right number, problem solved.

Now, what is that?????

[bigfootzx]

Now, what is that?????

What are you asking ?