Impacts of cell phone technology on academic performance in Faisalabad

Abstract

Mobile phones were initially marketed as a source of communication but technology took such leaps that now Mobile phone doesn’t mean a mere gadget to us anymore; it means the world to us. Although we can’t deny the benefits of mobile phones but at the same time we have to admit that this technology has silently crept into our personal and social life. Inventions are planned for the benefit of mankind. However, their unforeseen side effects are inevitable which are unveiled only with their use and more so with their overuse. Considering overuse, Pakistan is ranking 7th among the top mobile phone using countries according to World Fact Book. Most of the subscribers comprise youth. Especially considering the demanding academic life of students, we planned a research to know if the use of mobile phones has affected their personal and social life, health and academics.