The author considers the potential for innovation in various telecommunication technologies. Unfamiliar concepts may be generated by the introduction of a new technology, the uses of technology, abuses and their consequences, and cross-fertilisation with other fields. After discussing possible...

Sales of cellular telephones are booming, in the USA and worldwide. This growth is at present mainly among business users, but there is tremendous potential in wider consumer markets. This article outlines eight areas in which cellular technology could have a major impact, affecting our...