English Letters (28-02-2014)

Dear Andy, I noticed how common smartphones have become. Almost all of my classmates have them. A smartphone works as a computer, a camera, an MP3 player and a game console! There are many other features in so many models. I am a little embarrassed to say that I’m almost addicted to mine. I use it all the time, not just for entertainment, but also for practical things like homework or research. Other people use them for exercises, travel or news. There are all kinds of applications to choose from! My mom says that she didn’t have a smartphone when she was growing up. Her phone back then mainly had a phone directory. I can’t imagine what that must have been like! Do a lot of kids in America have smartphones, too? Love, Mina Dear Mina, Smartphones are everywhere here, too. About half the students in my class have them. But it sounds like it’s more common in Seoul than it is here. American parents tend to be conservative when it comes to raising children. Our teachers at school don’t allow cellphones or smartphones in class. We pay a heavy price when we break the rule and get caught. My friend Kaden got caught using his smartphone in class yesterday. Our teacher took his phone away, and Kaden got sent to the principal’s office. His parents were also called to school. He later told me that he’s grounded for three weekends. That means he isn’t allowed to go out. He probably won’t be allowed to use his phone or computer, either. Hope that never happens to you! Love, Andy Add caption