Last American (Wireless) Virgin

I still don't have a cell phone and don't see any reason to get one. Why pay for two phones? I don't fall into any of those categories either, although I do try to save money any way I can.

I don't have a cell phone, don't want one, and do not fall into any of those categories. female, 40, employed, artist, library tech. go figure.

I agree with PrairieGhost on the issue of why he doesn't own one, I too believe that they are nothing more than an "electronic leash" that everyone else can jerk around to get your attention. If people cannot wait until I get home to call me, send me an email, or at a last resort a letter via snail mail, they will just have to do without contacting me. What really bothers me is the employment applications now have a slot for your cell phone number. The absolutely last thing I would want to have is my boss calling me on my cell phone when I'm away on vacation or the weekend.
No Thank You.
You can count me as the extreme hold-out when it comes to the cell phone revolution.

They forgot another group of "holdouts"--the paranoid or disinterested. My father refuses to consider owning a cell phone because he says you can legally monitor any cell-phone call without seeking authorization first. Then there's me--I don't own a cell-phone because I don't see the point. Sure, it'd be good to have in an emergency, but the moment you get a cell-phone, everyone expects you to be on call 24/7, and heaven forbid you don't answer your own phone when they call! Beyond that, cell phones annoy me, just for their general pervasiveness in our culture and the irresponsible way so many people use them. I'd rather not be associated with them if I can avoid it.

I do not need to be reached 24/7, have little to say if I am reached, and believe that public conversations between private parties is as risible as it is vulgar.

There may be another consideration. Have you been out and about these days? Many people have completely let go of their manners and respect for others and place way to much importance on these little items can be viewed as just plain discusting. I work with people who are plugged into them the whole time they are at work and then to deal with customers who are on them while you ring up there merchandise. I don't want to hear peoples rediculous conversations and I am a person behind the counter but these cell phones and peoples attachments to them forget that you are a person and you don't exist. I wonder how many of these cell phone users, who do gab on there phones get purposefully double charged for items just to see if you notice. I bet these people are so blinded by these items that they have no clue and by the time they do - it's to late to do anything.

I have nothing against cellphones, but have really enjoyed my "2008 Cellphone-Free" year. I think that even the most connected people should at least try and go one or two months without a cell. It makes you plan ahead better, and it also makes you realize that there isn't always a need for instant answers. It has helped me get my priorities straight. As for the safety aspect of it. I live in Alaska and we have some of the most trecherous roads and wildlife scenarios, and having a cellphone isn't going to matter. You can't rely on cell service, you can rely on food, water, survival gear, and just good ol' commonsense!

I'll never own a cell phone, but I've happily accepted those that have been provided to me by my job. Why would anyone enslave themselves to a contract that's as cruel to consumers as a gym membership or a subprime loan?

I'll never ever own a cell phone. I'll happily take a cell phone that my job provides and I tried skype's wifi product with various success, but as far as enslaving myself into one of those contracts (that stink like a gym membership or subprime mortgage) - no thanks.

They forgot a group; People who simply do not care to be "Hooked up" all the time, for my own convenience. I am in the constructions industry, and we are currently working on a Hospital Remodel. IF I were to have a Cell phone, some small thing would go wrong at 3:00 AM, and they would call me, and expect me to DO something about it. HA! Also, I do not have to worry about Random Sales calls during meetings. My friends just leave a message at my home phone and I call back or meet them. I am not "Working around it", I am enjoying my life without a cell hanging off my ear, constantly distracted from conversations with the people I am with at the time (How rude is that?). Humans lived for centuries without them and we managed to get along just fine, and so am I now.

A cell phone is just a tool and as with any tool, usage method is entirely up to the user. Don't throw the baby out with the bathwater, people! LOL I've had a cell phone for 7 years and use it responsibly. Since mine is a also a PDA, its calendar fuctions as well as text messaging and internet access are invaluable. I've been able to look up phone numbers while out on the road, keep track of my teenagers and let others know I'm on my way or running late. Having a cell phone frees me up from being chained to my computer or home phone and it takes messages for me when I'm too busy to pick up the phone. I still prefer talking to people face to face but this is a terrific device that makes my life easier. BTW: When I'm on vacation all I do is turn it off.

I ONLY own a cell phone. I'm surprised the article didn't talk about that. MANY of us 20-somethings are choosing to forego land lines altogether. For us, a cell phone is not an "extra luxury." It is our end-all, be-all of instant communication. Many of us, who are almost NEVER home except to sleep, see that it makes more sense to carry our phone line with us than to have one at home that we're never around to use.

I agree with Jack Prentiss. Why do so many people have one? Of course, there's the herd mentality. People will do whatever other people are doing. Just as girls were flashing their thongs a couple years back, boys today flash their boxers. Likewise, folks flash their cellphones. I'm a bit bored by people who constantly check their cellphones. The moment doesn't seem sufficient for them.

I actually HAD a cell phone and just got rid of it. I had too many problems with it and Sprint's customer service was too lax about my problems. The article should have another group: Those who felt forced to learn to do without one. The reason I had gotten one in the first place was for emergencies. When I tried to use after being in an accident, the phone was useless. Well, that negated the primary reason, so why put up with the hassle and the monthly bills when I couldn't use it when I needed it?

I think the cell phone ruins normal human interaction. I agree with those who say it helps make us a rude society. I have never needed or owned one and I too am college educated and credit worthy. The 6 out of 7 people who own one are too afraid of what they're missing rather than being interested in what's in front of them.

I used to hate the cellphone until I really used one. It's a handy device but I still only use it as a phone. Calls only. I don't need all these useless functions like the internet and IM on my phone, I have a computer for that. It's not a matter of whether the cellphone ruined our society or not, it's a matter of whether or not you get too in love with the little device. And marketing to kids!!!! Just awful! I've already stated that when I have kids they wont be allowed cellphones until they're old enough to get a job.

You forgot those of us who see no need to have a cell phone (or does the fact that my husband have one mean I have one too?). I'm perfectly happy to miss calls, surf the internet using my home computer, and be out of touch when I'm on vacation!

Geez, how did civilization evolve without the freakin cell phone? Don't own one, don't need one, don't want one. It is turning us into a bunch of heads down,rude,obnoxious,self centered droids. Driving while on the cell is a great skill to master. Other than an actual emergency call these devices are ruining our civilities.