Mobile Computing

Nic MichudaSkylar Diggins

Ryan Oldenburg

What is Mobile Computing?•Mobile Computing – taking a

computer and all necessary software and files out into the field.

Agenda

• iPhone vs. Android

• Advantages and disadvantages

• Modern examples

• Business implications

• Future trends and growth

Devices

The Big Debate: iPhone vs Android

The Big Debate: iPhone vs Android

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Android- Multitasking

- Integration with Google Apps

- Limited support

- Sales deficit

iPhone- Popularity and community

- Reliable platform with options

- Obsolescence of technology with new releases

- "Jailbreaking"

Advantages of Mobile Computing

• Locational Flexibility

• Saves Time

• Enhances productivity

• Entertainment

Disadvantages of Mobile Computing

• Insufficient bandwidth

• Security problems

• Power consumption

• Potential health hazards

Current Examples

• PDA, palmtops

• Smartphones, Tablets

• Laptops, 'Toughbook'

• Carputers, (Ford SYNC, Mercedes Mbrace)

Current Examples

• Consumer convenience

• Business efficiency

• New business modelso Appso Shopping-physical and virtual goodso Mobile payments

The Future of Mobile Computing• 50% of Americans use smartphones

o 62% use apps, 75% use location, 79% for shopping

• Mobile internet use grew 45% last year

• Opportunities to adapt to and utilize these trends

Questions?