In today’s controversial and divided world, it is becoming increasingly difficult to not get frustrated. But one group of people are uniting the general public more than anything else in recent months — smartphone users! The waves caused by these tech lovers are being felt everywhere — from governments to big businesses.
Taking part in research
Research is an important part of any field and it has been greatly influenced by technology in recent years. A lot of research is conducted using computers and other hardware which can be time consuming and expensive. However, with smartphones, researchers now have the ability to conduct their own experiments in the comfort of their own home or office, making it possible to reach out to a larger audience than ever before!
This means that you can take part in research studies from just about anywhere on Earth!
Volunteering and helping to raise funds
One of the most common ways for people to use their phones for social good is by volunteering or donating money. This could be volunteering at a local food bank or raising money for a charity through a sponsored event such as a walk or run. Another way of raising money is through crowdfunding, where individuals can donate small amounts of money towards a specific cause that interests them.
Researching social issues
This might sound like a clichéd idea, but it’s actually one of the most effective ways that smartphones can be used in society. Smartphones have become an integral part of most people’s lives and so they are able to access information on almost anything at any time. If someone wants to know more about an issue then all they need to do is type it into Google and they’ll find hundreds of articles on the subject within seconds.
Organising charity events
In recent years, charities have begun to use social media sites like Facebook and Twitter to raise awareness about their causes and encourage people to get involved. Smartphones make it easier than ever for charities to reach out to potential donors, allowing them to contact people who may not otherwise have been interested in giving their time or money.
Registering as a donor
Registering as a donor. If you’re an organ donor, register through your state’s organ donation program website or via the National Donate Life Registry on your phone. This app makes it easy to share your decision with family and friends through social media.
Finding local services. There are apps that help you find food pantries, homeless shelters and other resources in your community. Some of these apps also allow you to make donations directly from your phone.
Mentoring kids who need support at home. The After School app helps parents connect with other parents who want to volunteer as mentors for students who need academic or emotional support after school hours
Keeping track of your activity
Your phone knows where you are and what you’re doing. That allows it to give back in the form of apps that track your activity. These days, there are dozens of apps available — from pedometers that count steps to sleep monitors that measure hours spent in bed. But the most popular use case for these apps is health tracking: Fitbit’s goal is to “make fitness fun” with its app, while Apple’s Health app aims to offer people “the opportunity to get healthy.”
Saving you money on public transport
The easiest way to get out of paying for public transport is to just not use it. If you’re going to be travelling a lot, using a smartphone app like Citymapper can help you plan your route so that you don’t have to pay for two journeys – one on the train and one in a taxi or bus. You also avoid the queues at stations and airports, meaning more time for important things like Instagramming your lunch.
Getting directions to a cash machine saves you money by avoiding withdrawal fees
Saving money is a good thing. Avoiding withdrawal fees is a great thing. So why not do both?
If you’re low on cash and need to get some, the first thing most people do is open up Google Maps or another navigation app and type in their destination. But have you ever stopped to think about how this can help you save money?
It’s all down to the fact that many banks will charge a fee for every transaction you make at an ATM that isn’t theirs. This can be anything from £1 to £5 per withdrawal, depending on your bank, but it can add up if you’re making multiple withdrawals in one day.
So if you know there’s an ATM nearby that doesn’t charge any fees, then why not use it instead? That way, even if it takes longer than usual or is harder work than withdrawing money from an ATM in a branch, at least you won’t be losing out on any money by using it instead of another one!
Save the planet and the oceans
We all know that our smartphones are used for a lot of things, but did you know that they can help save the planet? We’re not talking about the environment here, but rather the oceans and marine life.
One new app called “Sea Hero Quest” has recently been released by Sea Hero Quest Limited, a UK-based company with the goal of making a difference in the world by helping protect it.
The game has players navigate their way through an underwater maze while collecting jellyfish and other sea creatures along the way. The more you play, the more money you raise for charity.
Your Smartphone can help you be more involved in society and help out more with charity, simply by using some of its many features that are built into your phone from when you buy it!
Author: AKSHR
