Cell Phones: Fun Technology or Hand-Held Trouble

     Cell phones for children is a controversial subject.  But, the truth of the matter is that some adults should not even have these devices. 

     The newest cell phones now have 4G networks and the ability to takes photos and videos.  Those are great, but the real problem lays at texting.  This generation finds it too tiring to pick up the phone and hold it up to your ear.  Texting can ruin your speaking and writing.  What would an employer say if you texted them 'Thnx 4 aul ur help.' ? Teens spend hours in their rooms texting all the time.  But, the activity can create improper grammar and spelling.  Now while texting is fun it should not be done for countless hours. 

     The next issues with cell phones is prank calls/texts.  Many children indulge in prank-calling.  The calls cost money for the parents.  You should make sure that your child does not prank call because not only does it create huge bills but, it also can cause trouble.  Your child could dial a random number and anyone could pick up from a widowed housewife to a brutal biker thug.  Depending on who your child dials, he or she could be in a wide range of trouble. 

     Lastly, cell phones can be very distracting.  Although some use their cell phones while doing the following activities, it is not a very smart thing to do.  Walking across the street, driving, and any other activity that you should be paying attention to your surroundings.  This is how accidents occur.  
     So, fun technology or hand-held trouble? You decide and give your thoughts in the comments.