Surfing the Internet is Number One desired cellphone application in 2010.

Webster defines “trend” as the general course of prevailing tendency. In the case of cellphone applications, that can be a dynamic and moving target. Although applications remain, as a whole, relatively stable as far as desirability is concerned, the jockeying for the number one position tends to be constant. In 2009, GPS turn-by-turn directions was the most desired cellphone application. In 2010, it was still popular but fell to the number two position, usurped by cellphone users desire to surf the Internet, says In-Stat.

“The accelerated adoption of open operating systems has created an innovative environment unique to the cellphone market,” says Greg Potter, Analyst. “With compelling user interfaces and applications creating competitive advantages, the market has shifted its focus from individual features to improving existing capabilities that will provide the best experience.”

Some of the report data includes:

– Nearly 60% of respondents indicated that their wireless plan would include voice, messaging, and data.

– A physical QWERTY keyboard is still the preferred method for inputting new contacts.

– At almost 90%, respondents said that having a speakerphone was the most desired feature.

– GPS directions and surfing the Internet were cited as something respondents were willing or might be willing to pay for.

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