The mobile phone is a piece of technology that we can all relate to. It's easy to use, useful in emergencies and handy for work.
In the technology-dependent society in which we live today, we need to stay ahead of the game and continue to improve innovative thinking in order to 'fuel economic growth', according to German Chancellor, Gerhard Schroeder.
Indeed, technology and mobile phones have come a long way since the 1990s, but as with many things, we look to the future of the product. Developers look forward to see what is possible and what can be achieved.
By the time most 'new' technology arrives on the shelves, it can be in fact up to five years old, say some developers. It can take this long to plan and develop a product.
With over 2 billion mobile phone users in the world, what does the future hold for this popular technology? Future of mobiles aims to discuss the future and the direction of the mobile phone.