GROUP 12

Nguyễn Trung Kiên

Lê Thị Mai Linh

The cell phone

1. Introduce the invention : cell phone

Martin Cooper was the person who invented cell phone in 1973.

Cell phone is a telecommunications device used to exchange information, most

commonly the voice transmission - ie "voice" (speaking), remote between two or
more people.

2. Talk about its benefits

a. They make communicating with family, friends and colleagues a lot easier.

These days, where almost everyone owns at least a basic mobile device and a huge
number of people carry their phones most of the time, we are able to get in touch with
others nearly 24/7. Even enhancing the experience are the cell phone towers that are
constantly popping up to provide better reception, whether we are inside a closed
building or outside of town.

b. They combine numerous useful applications in a single device.

In the past, it was really difficult to comfortably fit a digital camera, mp3 player, GPS
and a phone all in your pocket at the same time. However, this is no longer a problem
thanks to today’s cell phones. With their apps, among which the most-used is the
camera, they have made our daily tasks and entertainment easier in just a single
device.
c. They are really useful in emergency situations.
Traveling with these devices is very important in a way that, in case of accidents, you
can always contact someone who will be there to help you.

3. Talk about its negative aspects

a. They hinder real human interaction.

It cannot be denied that cell phones can do so much these days that some people are
even having troubles with tearing themselves away long enough to be able to
reconnect with the real world. Most likely, you have seen them while travelling with
their eyes and fingers glued to their mobile devices. And instead of having
interactions with the people around, they ignore such opportunities over the things
they love to do on their phones.

b. They carry risks of privacy and security breaches.

While having all your data in a single helpful gadget can be advantageous to a great
degree, it can also possibly be extremely unsafe. All it would take is overlooking your
cell phone in some lavatory or theater, and all of a sudden, your entire life is revealed
to another individual. Contacts, profiles, online accounts and your financial
information may be stolen.

c. They can increase risk of getting into traffic accidents.

Distractions from using cell phones not only prevent people to interact with others,
but also cost lives in the event of an accident it has caused. As you can see, drivers
who shift their focus to texting or checking social media can lose control of their
vehicles. Also, it is not safe to do it while you are walking either, as you might step
into incoming traffic while staring at the screen of your device or fall down the stairs.

4. Summarize
Considering all there is to them, cell phones can be considered one of the biggest
boons the world has ever had. If used sensibly, they can definitely be a great piece of
utility in life, where its disadvantages would simply be insignificant.

Message to everyone: “Be wise people when using cell phones”

Thank you.