Cell Phones

Like it or not technology has become essential to the journalism field. In order to master the art of journalism you must master the required technology. My favorite piece of technology that has come a long way over the past couple years is the cell phone. What would you do if you had to go without your cell phone for a week? If your like me you would freak. Cell phones are such a huge part of our lives and now they have even had and effect on todays journalism. People can take their own videos and post them on the internet in a matter of moments using their cell phones. These videos might not be top notch videography but they are still news. It allows people who aren't journalists to share news and sometimes spread important news faster. On the flip side it has made it increasingly more difficult for journalists to get viewers and readers. Some people are unwilling to pay for the newspaper or a magazine when they can go on youtube and get it for free.