Do You Miss Texting?

Yeah, they were like bricks, and now people would be embarrassed to be seen with one! Thanks for the BR. :-)

I know, they are like mini-computers aren't they? The thing is, the pace of change is what's mind-boggling. About 10 years ago mobiles were like bricks, now you don't even see them when they're up against someone's ear, which is strange in itself!

Speaking to someone is always better than the impersonal approach. Whenever I ring Mum it can be an hour and a half before the handset is back in its base. Good job there are rechargeable batteries in there!

I don't really understand your currency my friend but that sounds expensive to me, am I right? It used to be like that here in the UK but now all the companies compete with one another so there are some good deals to be had, especially with contract phones. Pity I can't take advantage of them at the moment but I'm prepared to wait.

Wow, that's cool! There are lots of offers on at T-Mobile (the company I used to be with) and it's so annoying as - if you have a contract there is now unlimited internet access. This is probably due to the explosion of Facebook in the last couple of years. It is amazing how well I cope without one though...and I'm in the house a lot anyway so use the trusted landline (and internet phone to ring Mum for nowt after 6pm) so at least I'm not deprived lol.

Well I was fortunate enough to text people who weren't obsessed with text speak either...and I can't understand why Facebook has become the new "texting" as I know people who are hooked on it...just for the sake of it. I really don't like following the in-crowd. I used to wear leggings when they weren't in fashion lol.

Well, I am in England and used to text someone in Australia where the time difference is immense. It never fails the amaze me how quickly we can receive texts from countries so far away. I once spoke to the person on the phone as well and the clarity was amazing. The world has definitely shrunk! Glad to know that you can text your family.

I know what you mean about text speak. I tried not to shorten too many words if I could help it as English Language used to be my strongest subject at school. I certainly wasn't going to throw away all that knowledge saving a few pence shortening messages.

Well my first phone was ace because it lit up in the dark (fancy that) lol. Therefore I could take it to bed with me. Haha! How embarrassing admitting that!

Believe me, if I had the money I would definitely get another mobile phone as there are bargains to be had. Isn't that so typical? If I was working there would be no offers on at all, I'm sure!

I'm glad you still text. The art of texting is still alive and kicking (in your case at least) and good for you!

Well I suppose I'm old-fashioned lol. Mind you, I did have a spell a few years ago of being obsessed with texting..to the point where I'd take my phone into the ladies at work and reply to a text I'd just received. That was before the explosion of Facebook and, no doubt the employer I had at the time now has an upward battle trying to control staff logging onto Facebook in working hours. I did have a Facebook account but I don't really like everyone knowing my business so I cancelled it...and I became addicted to Bejeweled Blitz. Also, there was a nasty case of a child molester grooming a female friend via Facebook who would do "anything" for him. I suppose you can guess the rest. Until Facebook sorts its anonymous members or people who pretend to be someone they are not then I shall continue to stay away from it. I do know people who use it CONSTANTLY though!