The proliferation of the internet and information and communication technologies (ICT) has brought tremendous benefits to huge numbers of people. Yet those who are unable to access these technologies, for financial or geographical reasons, are at risk of being left behind.
Only by bridging this digital divide can we prevent people in remote or poor areas being marginalised, rather than empowered, by technology. And affordable mobile products and services offer the solution, helping us bring new business and employment opportunities to people all over the world.
Nokia Life
This innovative suite of mobile services is being used by farmers in India, Indonesia, Nigeria and China to improve their businesses by giving them access to the latest news, information and education. They can stay up to date on market prices and weather forecasts, and easily find information and advice on the best seeds, fertilizers and pesticides. Because SMS is used to deliver this critical information, the service works wherever a mobile phone works – there’s no need for data network coverage.