Comments on: What do mobile consumers really want?

By: Vending Guy

Vending Guy — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 02:26:27 +0000

The cell phone companies shouldn't be trying to create one perfect phone that will suit everyone's needs, that's impossible. Instead they need to determine what each market group wants and create a customized product for each one. Customization is how all products must become. Vending Guy's last blog post..How Do I Get Into Vending?

By: Rachel

Rachel — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 11:38:31 +0000

We probably all know we waste too much, plastic, chemical etc etc, manufacturing phones generates carbon.

I want a phone that will work and last for 5 years to cut down on waste and carbon (rather than a new one every 18 months).

By: Dylan Schleppe

Dylan Schleppe — Sat, 05 Apr 2008 02:03:39 +0000

It’s pretty basic. Just like our customers say all the time. “We just want predictability”
In the US we’re starting to see it, but there are always the exceptions.

By: Jeanette

Jeanette — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 17:28:27 +0000

All I want is four phones with unlimited calling and text on one plan. Most important- clear connection and a phone I can drop in the sink under water that still works. I got it.

When I leave my computer, I want to turn off technology and connect to people in person.

By: Giff Gfroerer, i2SMS

Giff Gfroerer, i2SMS — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 14:57:57 +0000

What do consumers really want from the mobile device? Easy � the same thing you do! They want to have solutions and conveniences. They are traveling, but want their daily coffee and just want to quickly find the closest store location. They are on the way to an appointment and want a map/directions to help them get there. They want to quickly get the weather or a sports score when they are not near a television or the Internet. They want store coupons on their way to shop. They are placing a quick order or reservation. These are quick answers to their needs that add convenience to everyday life. They do not want to shop for a pair of shoes on a mobile device, which requires browsing and takes more time. They want quick, short solutions and conveniences for their daily lives. They want this via SMS or the mobile web. Simple, quick, short searches.

By: Terence Eden

Terence Eden — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 12:55:56 +0000

Cheap, reliable and easy.

But they’ll trade it all away for some bling.

By: james vincent

james vincent — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 08:17:59 +0000

I think the big issue for some people is the extra cost each month for extra bundles. Like Unlimited Web browsing Bolt On is �7.50 (which I have added for thr 1st time this month.) And also Unlimited Data is just as much. For people like me. Voice calls, txt and MMS are just about enough but also enjoy downloading stuff which can certainly run up the bill!
0800 numbers are certainly over priced. Since moving to O2 in January they are now somewhere between 15 & 25p p/m. And 0845 numbers are more that double. So that will be the only time that i have to use my landline. Our Mobile Operators will certainlyfind a way to rake in the money on the extra llittle things that we like to use from time to time.