I do not have a landline so for me, my mobile is the only way I have of staying in contact wtih my parents and friends. I could possibly live without it but only if I increased my reliance on other forms of technology such as getting a landline which is more expensive than my monthly cell phone plan or using the internet more to stay in contact.

Great to see that everyone has their priorities right! I find it amazing that a survey was even done on this topic but then the results surprise me that so many people put so much emphasis on their mobile phones and other gadgets. I've recently been to Kenya as a volunteer and it was a wonderful experience - no electricity or running water for 3 months. While I wouldn't want to live like this forever it does put things in perspective and make you realise what things are important in life! The people I met in Kenya are happy and friendly even though they have 'nothing', but I would rather live like that than think that my mobile phone or favourite bag were the most important things in the world! Eeeeeek!

totally agree w ColB.

this is outrageous but it really does highlight the populations priorities. mobiles are given importance over eating breakfast, exercise and showering? our society has succumbed to technology? i have to get out of here, as soon as i am able, w all haste. seriously.

Smashed my phone by accident in February. Haven't replaced it and really don't miss it at all. If anyone wants to get hold of me, they have heaps of other options. Mobiles are over rated.

Id be so happy without a phone, just have a pocket diary. Then all those unwanted people, retations can stay the hell away

My passport - as it let's me escape to places where people are not so lame, technology is a load of bollocks.

What a daft survey.

nutritious food, warm clothing, safe shelter, good friends and family who we can trust - those are things we need. All the other things are wants.

Ah can't live without mah food, cuz ah would shuuurrly die