Cell phones, laptops and other wireless technologies are providing more people access the Internet in more affordable ways.  These new technologies are helping to close the looming digital divide, bringing our nation one step closer to achieving digital equality.

According to a new report from the Pew Research Center, African-Americans and Hispanics are more likely to own cell phones than their white counterparts.  These groups are also more likely to use their phones for a wider variety of activities.

According to a recent article on the New York Times Bits Blog:

Because mobile Web use has grown among groups that have traditionally lagged behind in Web access, it has been cited as evidence that the distinction between the digital haves and have-nots is eroding.

Pew’s study shows that new and emerging technologies are playing a role in connecting more people to broadband.  In working to ensure we are writing smart policies that encourage the growth and innovation of new technologies, we can in-turn get more people connected to high-speed Internet.

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