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U.S. Cellular Provides Etiquette Advice for July, National Cellphone Courtesy Month There are now more wireless devices in the world than there are humans.   July is National Cellphone Courtesy month and people, in all walks of life, have strong opinions when it comes to appropriate cellphone use. “At U.S. Cellular we believe mobile devices, such as the 4G LTE iPhone 6 or Samsung Galaxy S 6 can enhance and simplify your life   whether you are traveling throughout the nation or spending time with loved ones at home, ” says Bertram Daniels, area sales manager for U.S. Cellular, “When cellphone etiquette is kept top of mind, mobile devices can improve the time we spend with families and friends, not take away from it.” Cellphone etiquette is becoming critical to observe in both casual and professional settings. A recent U.S. Cellular survey [1] identified the top 10 etiquette breaches and offers a few simple solutions to help overcome some of them. It’s Not

July 2014 -- It’s not just working professionals and people on the go who use their mobile devices to stay connected, everyone from children to retirees are using smartphones and tablets to simplify and enhance their lives. A Pew Research survey found that 67 percent of cellphone owners find themselves checking their phones for messages, alerts or calls – even when they don’t notice their phone ringing or vibrating. That means a lot of people are checking devices at any given time or place, and since July is National Cellphone Courtesy Month it is the perfect time to talk about the expectations and practices of wireless device users of all ages. According to a recent U.S. Cellular survey, 37 percent of users say others get upset with them for phone use, while 63 percent say they get upset at others for phone use. As may be expected, smartphone owners who are over the age of 54 have stronger etiquette beliefs than younger users. Among adults 55-64, 8