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Cell Phones Etiquette |
Americans are growing increasingly frustrated with the cell phone
etiquette, or lack-of cell phone etiquette of some users. As more
and more people go wireless, the chance of these devices to intrude
and interrupt others' privacy increases. Here are some tips to
remember.
- When riding on public transportation, avoid loud and animated
conversations by keeping your voice low or to a conversational
level. Be sure to avoid extended calls.
- Turn the cell phone ringer as low as possible to avoid disturbing
others.
- Rarely, if ever, is it appropriate to have phone conversations
at social gatherings such as concerts, plays, movies, funerals
(yes, it happens!), lectures, church services (here too!), and
many other events.
- Remember that the people you are with usually take priority
over a phone call. Having a conversation in their presence can
be viewed as being rude and make the person feel unimportant,
and make you look bad.
- If you have to make a call, make sure to take it to another
location that will be less disruptive.
- Inform the person that you are calling that you are using
a cellular phone, then if the connection fades or drops, the
person will know to wait to see if the clarity returns or that
you will be calling back.
- Focus on safety first. Do not use cellular phones when they
impede your ability to drive or walk. Get a hands-free kit or
phone cradle holder for your vehicle or a "walk about" kit for your phone when out of the car.
- Use caller ID, voice messages, or if you must have the phone
on, get a vibrating battery or universal belt clip mechanism.
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