A type of communication, which converts instant, important information

Text Size The ability to adjust the size of text displayed on the screen.

Time spent communicating using a mobile phone. The time is tracked by wireless carriers (service providers) to determine billing charges. Usage includes sending or receiving calls and other wireless transmission such as faxes, e-mail or data files. Most carriers charge for a whole minute even if only part of a minute is used.

A smartphone operating system (OS) and software platform created by Google. Android is based on Linux.

A documented set of commands that software developers can use to access specific functionality of the underlying operating system (OS) or hardware device.

App is short for application, and, in the context of phones, refers to a software program. An app is a distinct unit of software that provides specific functionality. Phones may come with some apps built-in, and may allow others to be downloaded and installed by the user. Some apps are free, while others may cost money. Modern smartphones have an a [..]

A way to send information at non-regular intervals, as-needed. The alternative is Synchronous communication, where information is sent continuously and synchronized with a time signal.

A graphic image that represents a person. Animated avatars use far less bandwidth than streaming video, saving money on data charges.

Bluetooth is a short-range wireless technology used to create PANs (Personal Area Networks) among your devices, and with other nearby devices.

In wireless phones, built-in software that allows the user to access special Internet sites using their phone. While nearly all browsers in phones can view sites made especially for phones, only some can also display "full" web sites.