Mobile phones-nessacary or pointless?

Dont think they are necessary like that... But I cant live without mine anymore.. Im used to mine by know..

databankI had other sources but they were from books and newspaper articles.
So quit moping because I actually have results.

If you want to support your shitty opinion try referencing some journal articles.

databankDo not swear at me or I will report you.
Anyway, just think about this, can any of you remember the last time you used the word 'you' when texting?

Grow some balls you stupid little brat and try finding some journal articles to support your shitty opinion if you want anyone to take you seriously.

databankCheck and Mate:
http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/609678
http://www.angelfire.com/nd/danscorpio/language_compression.html
I've got more

First of all Databank, those sources are not proving your point on why mobile phones are bad in general. Let me ask you this, what is the main function of using a mobile phone? Don't give me "to text others with SMS language compression" crap because that's not even it at all.Second, I have used mobile phones for five years now along with the texting feature. Has it affected my spelling and grammar skills in any way? I can tell you I am 100% proof that mobile phones don't damage people's written english skills; it's the people that do.

databankcan any of you remember the last time you used the word 'you' when texting?

Yes.Any further questions? Preferably some related to the topic at hand.

databankI bet none of you have read the information on the sites have you?

I did read the information on the sites you posted, and I stand corrected: it doesn't prove jack crap about your point that you are trying to make.Unless, you care to restate your idea that you are trying to get across.Also, way to go dodging my question. You certainly know how to debate ::)

databankI bet none of you have read the information on the sites have you?

Those sites are about as legitimate as using wikipedia for an academic source.

databankI bet none of you have read the information on the sites have you?

Your sites are complete bullshit. It doesn't matter if we read them or not. I could have made that last site, with a little time on angelfire.
I always write out my shit anyway. I actually DESPISE SMS language and I will tell people to fully write out what they're trying to say, including proper punctuation.Quote something from JSTOR, or an academic journal. Otherwise, don't bother. From this point on out, any baseless claim is not factual, just merely your opinion and therefore, holds absolutely no significance to the argument at hand.It's equivalent to me saying that cell phones are bad, because that's my opinion. Insignificant.Your ways of finding excuses for the absence of proof reminds me of someone else we all know, who we never take seriously, and is a good laugh on the IRC.

Opinions != proofThat is all.

databankYou proved my point, you hate is when people use SMS.
I'm right.

Uhh, WHAT?Texting is just a side feature for mobile phones in which people use SMS texting for. Insanecrazy07 hating SMS texting doesn't prove your idea that mobile phones are bad.Your debating skills are just insulting to people's intelligence.

Cell phones are a great way to call someone from AAA when your car breaks down in the middle of nowhere...

DatabankYou proved my point, you hate is when people use SMS.
I'm right.

Like other people have said before me. My opinion, and personal preference proves nothing to your argument.So please, continue with your baseless claim that cellphones are bad, and the other baseless claim that SMS language is degrading English.You may state things as your opinion, but as soon as you start screaming fact, then I (we) would like to see some good concrete evidence (reliable sources).

DatabankFine, you [w]ant me to continue. I'll repeat mys[e]lf yet again.
I told you, I got most of my information from other resources but I'll see if I can find an internet copy of them.

These written sources do not exist unless you cite them.
You may look up on how to cite a written source using MLA, APA, whatever format you choose.Until then, I assume that these sources of yours are nonexistent and that you have been lying through your teeth since the beginning. I would love for you to prove me wrong, because I am interested in the material at hand. It is a disappointment that your sources so far are far from reputable.For the record, not only do I despise SMS language, but incorrect spelling and grammar is equally horrendous.

If your sources are books, then just give us the name or ISBN.

Angel- · #91Cell phones are a great way to call someone from AAA when your car breaks down in the middle of nowhere...

i'll give that to you, if i have a cellphone, i would only use it in an emergency (like a bad hair day... not)

I had to do it.

lol, well i firmly believe subjects using cellphones must only use it emergency
calling AAA for auto repair
calling the FBI on a suspected terrorist
Calling your friends when your girlfriends pregnancy test shows a pink linethe list goes on and on

DatabankFine, you eant me to continue. I'll repeat myslf yet again.
I told you, I got most of my information from other resources, but I'll see if I can find an internet copy of them.

You know what I find ironic about this? Despite the fact that you preach about how people abuse the texting function on mobile phones via SMS texting results in impaired written language skills, you just made several grammatical errors in your post (highlighted in red.)You should really just give this whole thing a rest. You have ultimately lost your case right there that mobile phones in general somehow damage or impair people's written language abilities (which is, in fact, absolutely false.)Let me end my post with a question to you, Databank (and I really want you to answer it.) Suppose your car breaks down in the middle of a road, and you are in dire need to contact your local auto-insurance agency for road assistance. What do you do?

If you're like me, I text in real english, and none of that sland crap.I really don't know how mobile phones woud somehow damage/impair people's written language abilities. Not unless you started using a mobile phone at the age of 1.

Replying to #99

I personally hate internet acronyms and slang myself, so I avoid it all the time, especially under a professional working environment. Also, I too, text in proper english as well with no internet acronyms whatsoever.