Being able to stay in touch with your mates
Smartphones are jam packed with methods of communication which go way above and beyond calling or texting. Can't get hold of someone by phone? How about Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, BBM, WhatsApp or any other number of apps which allow you to get in touch at any time of day. Never again will you miss out on weekend plans – unless of course your mates are actively trying to avoid you because you’re a plum.