The document discusses the rise of cell phone culture and the impact of mobile phones on daily life. It notes that cell phones have become the most common consumer electronic device globally, surpassing fixed telephones. Cell phones are now central to communication and seen as tools for mobility, portability and customization. The cultural impact of cell phones includes how they influence how people stay in contact, express identity, and integrate into many daily activities. However, some debate whether cell phones have truly transformed human communication or just brought existing aspects to the surface.