Innovations In Mobile Technologies Research Articles

IMPROVING THE ACCESSIBILITY OF HEALTH SERVICES THROUGH THE IMPLEMENTATION OF MOBILE-BASED APPLICATIONS

Advances in information technology have a significant impact on various aspects of life, especially in health services. The development and emergence of Innovations in mobile technology are essential to transform and improve accessibility, efficiency, and quality of health services. This research focuses on Karangampel Community Health Center, despite its comprehensive services and the existence of operational challenges, limited by ineffectiveness in the process of report data collection system to transaction services. The purpose of this research is to develop a mobile application to improve the transaction process of reporting drug purchase data. This can help improve administrative efficiency. By using the observation method and the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) as a system design, then testing using black box and Mental Model Representation, resulting in a value of 90%, indicating that the application is feasible to use. Through the implementation of mobile applications, health services can facilitate interaction between patients and health service providers regarding operational activities. In addition, this application also facilitates health service providers in recording patient histories, monitoring schedules, and developing treatment plans electronically, real-time ambulance calls, as well as drug purchase service features, to transactional reporting accessible via mobile.

Technology-Enhanced Preclinical Medical Education (Anatomy, Histology and Occasionally, Biochemistry): A Practical Guide.

The recent explosion of technological innovations in mobile technology, virtual reality (VR), digital dissection, online learning platform, 3D printing, and augmented reality (AR) has provided new avenues for improving preclinical education, particularly in anatomy and histology education. Anatomy and histology are fundamental components of medical education that teach students the essential knowledge of human body structure and organization. However, these subjects are widely considered to be some of the most difficult disciplines for healthcare students. Students often face challenges in areas such as the complexity and overwhelming volume of knowledge, difficulties in visualizing body structures, navigating and identifying tissue specimens, limited exposure to learning materials, and lack of clinical relevance. The COVID-19 pandemic has further exacerbated the situation by reducing face-to-face teaching opportunities and affecting the availability of body donations for medical education.To overcome these challenges, educators have integrated various educational technologies, such as virtual reality, digital 3D anatomy apps, 3D printing, and AI chatbots, into preclinical education. These technologies have effectively improved students' learning experiences and knowledge retention. However, the integration of technologies into preclinical education requires appropriate pedagogical approaches and logistics to align with educational theories and achieve the intended learning outcomes.The chapter provides practical guidance and examples for integrating technologies into anatomy, histology, and biochemistry preclinical education. The author emphasizes that every technology has its own benefits and limitations and is best suited to specific learning scenarios. Therefore, it is recommended that educators and students should utilize multiple modalities for teaching and learning to achieve the best outcomes. The chapter also acknowledges that cadaver-based anatomy education is essential and proposes that educational technologies can serve as a crucial complement for promoting active learning, problem solving, knowledge application, and enhancing conventional cadaver-based education.

MOBILE TECHNOLOGY FOR PROMOTION OF TOURISM IN KASHMIR A STUDY OF SRINAGAR DISTRICT

Known as 'Heaven on Earth,' Srinagar lies on the Jhelum River in the Indian state of Jammu & Kashmir. Static houseboats and gondola-style rowboats, known locally as Shikaras, are a major tourist attraction in Srinagar. Srinagar, with its serene Dal and Nigeen Lakes, is a popular honeymoon and family vacation spot. In Srinagar, the city's summer capital, there's no shortage of hotels & resorts because it's one of Kashmir's most popular destinations. Srinagar welcomes visitors via a variety of mobile technologies and ensures that it has lodging that can accommodate their various requirements. The tourism industry in Jammu & Kashmir is being transformed by mobile technology. To efficiently market tourist destinations and services, mobile technology has become a crucial driver for the tourism business. With the help of mobile technology and the internet, a number of countries have grown their tourism sectors. However, the usage of mobile technology to promote the tourist attractions in Kashmir is still minimal and has to be improved upon. When ICT (information and communication technology) entered the picture, the world of tourism underwent a paradigm shift. The impact of technology on consumer travel and experiences is undeniable. Mobile technology is one of the many ICT tools that have influenced tourism destinations, visitors, communities, and other stakeholders for the betterment of the tourism sector as a whole. This article explores the ways in which mobile technologies have altered the tourism industry as well as the ways in which mobile technology innovation is driving this on-going development

Analysis User Acceptance of Saudi Banks Applications in Qassim Region Using UTAUT

M-Banking is a mobile technology innovation that is compatible with banking financial services. This study aims to determine the factors that affect the customer’s acceptance of using mobile banking services. The UTAUT model was used in this study. The data collection process was carried out through a hard copy and electronic questionnaire through which 318 usable answers were collected from users of mobile banking services in the Qassim region in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The study results indicate that there is a statistically significant relationship between performance expectancy and behavioral intention to use. The results, statistically speaking, demonstrate the factors that affect the customer’s adoption of mobile banking services. The performance expectancy factor was the most influencing factor on the intention to use mobile banking services in Qassim.

SMARTPHONE ADDICTION AS A PREDICTOR OF READING CULTURE: AN EMPIRICAL STUDY OF TERTIARY EDUCATION STUDENTS IN ANAMBRA STATE, NIGERIA

Reading is a ubiquitous part of everyday life and an essential component of the educational ecosystem of every society. However, the reading culture in Nigerias context has been fraught with many challenges, including the ever-increasing innovations in mobile technology. The present study examined smartphone addiction as a variable that could account for variations in reading culture among undergraduates. Five hundred and fifty-two undergraduates enrolled in three public higher education institutions in Anambra State participated in the survey. The respondents completed a self-report measure of the Smartphone Addiction Scale-Short Version (SAS-SV) and Reading Culture Scale. The simple regression analysis performed on the data revealed smartphone addiction as a positive predictor of reading culture. Indeed, the result showed that smartphone addiction explained 43.1% of the variance in reading culture. The practical implications and recommendations are discussed.

5G: ARCHITECTURE OVERVIEW AND DEPLOYMENTS SCENARIOS

Abstract. Due to the exclusory, growth in the number of connected devices- predicted 50 billion connected devices in 2020 (Gary Davis, 2020) that demand internet access, an upgraded network is required. The fifth generation is the newest mobile network replacing the 4G technology. Deployed from 2020 in many countries, 5G will provide revolutionary innovations in mobile technologies that will reach various high-level goals to the costumers as well as Companies .To benefit from 5G network services, the whole word is growing up rapidly towards the 5G by developing a clear perspective to include the main challenges, opportunities and key technology components. In this paper, an attempt has been made to provide an overview about the evolution of mobile generations from 1G to 5G by comparing the challenges and features that have evolved from each generation, describe the various scenario of 5G deployment, and discuss the best choice Implementation of 5G NR.

Evaluation of Tablet-Based Tests of Visual Acuity and Contrast Sensitivity in Older Adults

ABSTRACT Purpose: Recent innovations in mobile technology for the measurement of vision present a valuable opportunity to measure visual function in non-clinical settings, such as in the home and in field-based surveys. This study evaluated agreement between a tablet-based measurement of distance and near acuity and contrast sensitivity as compared to gold-standard clinical tests. Methods: Participants aged ≥55 years recruited from a tertiary eye clinic underwent testing with three tablet-based and corresponding gold-standard clinical measures (ETDRS distance acuity, Pelli-Robson contrast sensitivity, and MNRead near acuity). Correlation and agreement between tablet-based and clinical tests were assessed. Results: A total of 82 participants with a mean age of 69.1 (SD = 7.6) years, and majority female (67.1%) and white (64.6%), were enrolled in this study. The mean (SD) difference between the tests (gold-standard – tablet) was −0.04 (0.08) logMAR for distance acuity, −0.11 (0.13) log units for contrast sensitivity, and −0.09 (0.12) logMAR for near acuity. 95% limits of agreement for distance acuity (-0.21, 0.12 logMAR), near acuity (-0.34, 0.14 logMAR), and contrast sensitivity (-0.36, 0.14 logCS) were also determined. The correlation between tablet-based and gold-standard tests was strongest for distance acuity (r = 0.78), followed by contrast sensitivity (r = 0.75), and near acuity (r = 0.67). The agreement between the standard and tablet-based methods did not appear to be dependent on the level of vision. Conclusions: This study demonstrates the agreement of tablet-based and gold-standard tests of visual function in older adults. These findings have important implications for future population vision health surveillance and research.

Toward a conceptual framework explaining the strategic factors responsible for mobile product innovation success in an emerging African market

AbstractThis study investigates and then develops a conceptual framework explaining the strategic factors responsible for mobile product innovations success in an emerging market. Our methodology is based on a qualitative case study research design approach using grounded theory concerning Safaricom's organization and product innovations in East African markets and Kenya in particular. We find that Safaricom's innovation success stems from a combination of four winning strategic factors: continuous innovation, reconfiguration and repositioning of failed innovations, elevation of key successful innovation into strategic assets, and combination of strategic assets into a prime business ecosystem. We integrate these strategies to form the Mobile Technology Innovation Cycle as a contribution to product innovation theory and practice.

A Mobile Phone Intervention to Improve Obesity-Related Health Behaviors of Adolescents Across Europe: Iterative Co-Design and Feasibility Study.

BackgroundPromotion of physical activity, healthy eating, adequate sleep, and reduced sedentary behavior in adolescents is a major priority globally given the current increase in population health challenges of noncommunicable diseases and risk factors such as obesity. Adolescents are highly engaged with mobile technology, but the challenge is to engage them with mobile health (mHealth) technology. Recent innovations in mobile technology provide opportunities to promote a healthy lifestyle in adolescents. An increasingly utilized approach to facilitate increased engagement with mHealth technology is to involve potential users in the creation of the technology.ObjectiveThis study aimed to describe the process of and findings from co-designing and prototyping components of the PEGASO Fit for Future (F4F) mHealth intervention for adolescents from different cultural backgrounds.MethodsA total of 74 adolescents aged 13 to 16 years from Spain, Italy, and the United Kingdom participated in the co-design of the PEGASO F4F technology. In 3 iterative cycles over 12 months, participants were involved in the co-design, refinement, and feasibility testing of a system consisting of diverse mobile apps with a variety of functions and facilities to encourage healthy weight–promoting behaviors. In the first iteration, participants attended a single workshop session and were presented with mock-ups or early-version prototypes of different apps for user requirements assessment and review. During the second iteration, prototypes of all apps were tested by participants for 1 week at home or school. In the third iteration, further developed prototypes were tested for 2 weeks. Participants’ user experience feedback and development ideas were collected through focus groups and completion of questionnaires.ResultsFor the PEGASO F4F technology to be motivating and engaging, participants suggested that it should (1) allow personalization of the interface, (2) have age-appropriate and easy-to-understand language (of icons, labels, instructions, and notifications), (3) provide easily accessible tutorials on how to use the app or navigate through a game, (4) present a clear purpose and end goal, (5) have an appealing and self-explanatory reward system, (6) offer variation in gamified activities within apps and the serious game, and (7) allow to seek peer support and connect with peers for competitive activities within the technology.ConclusionsIncorporating adolescents’ preferences, the PEGASO F4F technology combines the functions of a self-monitoring, entertainment, advisory, and social support tool. This was the first study demonstrating that it is possible to develop a complex mobile phone-based technological system applying the principles of co-design to mHealth technology with adolescents across 3 countries. The findings from this study informed the development of an mHealth system for healthy weight promotion to be tested in a controlled multinational pilot trial.

The role of adaptation in mobile technology innovation for the water, sanitation and hygiene sector

Abstract While the growing availability of mobile phones has commanded the attention of the development community, an estimated 844 million people continue to lack access to basic drinking water and 2.3 billion to adequate sanitation. Development has now begun of mobile applications to improve access to water, sanitation and hygiene services (mWASH). To understand the barriers to innovation, nine mWASH applications were studied using the Framework for Analyzing a Multi-level Innovation System (FAMIS), a conceptual model. Applying FAMIS to a technology aids in understanding when and why it succeeds or fails, and how key stakeholders and institutions can be targeted for intervention. The analysis highlights ways to overcome barriers to innovation and suggests that the technology is less important than the way in which it is implemented.

The double-edged sword of mobilizing citizens via mobile phone in developing countries

New innovations in mobile technology provide an unparalleled opportunity for researchers and organizations to scale communications with citizens in the developing world, but bring new challenges in terms of how to generate and retain engaged users. We report on a number of technical dimensions based on our experience building a bi-directional multi-channel mobile phone platform to engage citizens in South Africa's 2014 presidential election. Specifically, we deployed the “VIP:Voice” platform at national scale to conduct opinion polling, to allow citizens to report on political activity, and to engage citizen monitors for polling stations on election day. Our platform operated across multiple device types, from flip-phones to Twitter, and consequently provides critical lessons on the most effective means of gathering and disseminating a rich variety of data depending on the user's device type. We compare different means of obtaining location in the absence of GPS, and show how different formats for soliciting and entering data generated very differential response rates. Our paper illustrates a number of concrete ways in which platform development driven by smartphone logic does not translate easily for users of more basic mobile phones, including whether questions are presented passively in a menu or pushed to a user's phone, and the format in which user data are entered. This paper is intended to provide actionable guidance for researchers and organizations deploying ICT platforms to interact with citizen users at a national or cross-national scale in international development.

Frameworks for Exploring the User Experience of Mobile Apps

Mobile applications have become more popular due to mobile technology innovation and the sustaining rising smartphone and tablet users. As design products comply with user experience they are able to meet customer satisfaction and improve customer loyalty. Therefore, the user interface design of mobile applications has become more important to academics and industry. The goal of this study was to improve customer satisfaction through redesign user interface of the mobile app. This study was based on Hassenzahl's Model of user experience, through three design process, improve Nike+ Running user interface. Our approaches included focus group interviews for runners to understand the needs of runners of pedometer APP, a questionnaire to measure user experience satisfaction, and product design to redesign Nike+ Running APP UI, The result showed that satisfying experience was highly salient in this study.

Law and order: the twin impact of mobile and biometrics

Biometrics and mobile technologies are together undergoing radical change and becoming central to our work and everyday life. This is especially true in the area of law enforcement, the primary focus of this article. To understand what is happening in this sector and the implications, this review looks at the latest innovations in mobile technology, the equally rapid – and very much inter-dependent – developments in biometrics systems, and how these are being used by law enforcement officers across Europe.

Enabling actionable analytics for mobile devices: performance issues of distributed analytics on Hadoop mobile clusters

Significant innovations in mobile technologies are enabling mobile users to make real-time actionable decisions based on balancing opportunities and risks to take coordinated actions with other users in their workplace. This requires a new distributed analytic framework that collects relevant information from internal and external sources, performs real-time distributed analytics, and delivers a critical analysis to any user at any place in a given time frame through the use of mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. This paper discusses the advantages and challenges of utilizing mobile devices for distributed analytics by showing its feasibility with Hadoop analytic framework.