Texting Really IS Taking Over!

Last week I wrote about how much people are texting. A recent survey by Nielsen Mobile confirms my worst fears. People are texting MORE than they talk on the phone. You see, I knew it! It is some kind of mind control from the pod people. They will soon be here to get us when we sleep.

The survey reports that "In the second quarter of 2008, the average mobile subscriber sent or received 357 text messages per month, compared to placing or receiving 204 phone calls." Wow, in this day and age of instant gratification and low patience, this really amazes me. It takes so long to text what you really want to say, you can more effectively communicate through a phone call. I will read the text messages I receive, but if a response is required, I will call that person back. I know, that may sound old fashion, but it's what I do. And since most of my mobile phone use is behind the wheel of a car, I like to think that I am being responsible.

Here's the shocking stat of the century. "Teens ages 13-17 are the heaviest text message users averaging 1,742 texts per month and 231 calls." Seriously, did anyone see that one coming?