MOBILE TECHNOL-OGY

IN KOREA

An evaluation of the uses of

Do women and men use cell phones differently, if

yes how?

WomenChatting, Music

MenChatting, Games

Social Networking Websites

Are there some kinds of eti-quettes in using cell or

smart phones? Phones have to be in silent mode in pub-

lic places, subways and buses. When listening to music, they need to

use earphones. Can’t send messages in class originally. During meals, if you are with friends it is

okay to accept calls but not when you’re with significantly older people.

Any differences compared to your cultures or coun-

tries?In terms of:

Using phones in public places

During class hours

Carrying the phone

Sending messages vs phone calls

United States Malaysia Philippines

Do different age groups use mobile

and/or digital technologies differently? Age:

Around 10 years old – gamesPeople in their 20’s – travel information,

translators, transportation schedules30’s and above – work related materials,

email Younger generation uses it to share

videos, websites, etc.

Specifically what kinds of mobile phones are they using

and how? Popular Smart Phones:

Samsung Galaxy S2Pantech Vega LaserApple IPhone 4

Use of a lot of accessoriesCell phone cleanersCharms, accessories, phone stickers, etc

Would it be possible to do without mobile technology?

(Korean Man) Never even considered it. (Korean Woman) Will go crazy without

it.

It would be difficult for most of them.

How long do people talk on the phone?

One phone callKorean Man: an average of 8 minutesKorean Woman: an average of 10 minutes

Women spend more time talking.Koreans generally prefer talking on the

phone rather than exchanging text mes-sages.

How often or when do they text?

Koreans send text messages rarely.

They send text messages if they want to say something that is simple/casual and usually of no urgent matter.

What are they doing with their smart phones when they are not

talking on the phone? Listen to music Chat Check their accounts on social network-

ing websites Watch videos

They usually carry it in their hands as opposed to placing it in their bags or pockets.

What are the popular appli-cations people use and why? Kakao Talk My People Cyworld Twitter Melon

To connect with their friends For entertainment