According to 2014 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration statistics, 13% of all U.S. vehicle deaths were attributed to cellphone distractions. Most of these drivers ranged from 15 to 29 years old. Distracted drivers text or search the web on their cellphones while driving. is is a sad statistic affecting many drivers.
ere are several cellphone methods that keep drivers focused on the road. Bluetooth enabled cellphones and Voice Search (VS) features have been on most smartphones for the last several years. Apple and Android have included VS with great results and improved this feature with newer smartphone models or software updates.
By speaking into Bluetooth enabled vehicles linked to a cellphone or smartphone using voice recognition while driving, it keeps the driver focused on the road, thus preventing less accidents. You can make calls, voice text or ask a simple question using the VS feature. Many VS search phones will provide a voice answer within seconds after searching the Internet. It’s more effcient, safe, and faster than calling, texting, or web browsing manually.
If you don’t own a smartphone, Bob Larson many new laptops or desktops now use voice search capabilities, It’s part of Microsoft Windows 10 and MacIntosh operating systems or an additional app for older computer systems. en there is Echo, Amazon’s amazing voice activated Internet device that does the same thing anywhere in your home plus more!
If your smartphone or desktop doesn’t have this feature, then search the Apple, Google, or Microsoft app store for this feature. It may cost several dollars, but well worth it to prevent an accident or possibly worse. Just another example of safety and information technology to bene t the human race!
~ Bob Larson is a photo-journalist, technologist, and Marketing Director for 50 Plus Media Solutions.