Camera Phones

The introduction of a camera feature in a cellular phone was one of the main achievements in the technical development of the communications sector. People find it more interesting and rewarding to buy camera phones than cells that don't include the device. In fact this latter type of phones have become unfashionable and obsolete. Since most models now have the feature built-in, the difference between the various brands becomes apparent in the quality of the camera and the technical characteristics of the phone in general. The most sensitive and special of designs will easily climb up to $1,000, and will surely be purchased by those eager to be up-to-date with the latest discoveries.

The development extent of camera phones has reached the level where pictures can be shared as instant media services with anyone you want. However, although some companies focused on peer-to-peer video designs, the majority worked on instant picture sharing and photo shooting. If in the past camera phones needed more power consumption, things are pretty different at present when the phone battery is very little affected by the use of the camera wireless infrastructure. So far, Japan has had the main role in the creation, design and promotion of camera phones.

In 2004, the largest seller of camera phones was Nokia, and the popularity of the mobiles was so impressive that in 2006 there were very few models that didn't have the built-in device. Among the companies that produce camera phones there are Sony, Siemens, Samsung, Motorola, Toshiba, Sanyo and LG Electronics. An important aspect is the impact of such cellulars at the social level, and such a dimension cannot be excluded. On the contrary, a high emphasis is put on the possibility to capture precious moments as they happen. Then, the mobile features also enable their immediate transmission, which proves these devices worth paying for.

One of the controversies related to camera phones is illegal photo shooting. Under the false pretense of browsing the phone menu or checking the email, one can easily take snapshots against a person's wishes. Lots of scandals broke out because of celebrity photos captured with camera phones that were afterwards published in tabloids. Voyeurism, the infringement of the copyright regulations, or privacy invasion are all serious crimes.