I really resent that. In fact, I specifically bought my iPhone 4S so that my concubine Siri could assist me with these tasks while maintaining all-important attention on the road and vehicle. I no longer have to dial by look, and I can listen to and respond to text messages as if they were a (slow) conversation. Which is actually better because it is slow, and provides much time for me to pay to the road.
So, how are we all doing? Are these laws having any effect? The intended ones? According to the Criminal Justice Degree Schools, the laws are very difficult to enforce. Some say that in spite of the laws, accidents have increased [and here] (although some use a stupidly sensational headline to promote their article).
I do agree with Mr. Glinton. The only way in which texting laws can be effective, is if our society adopts the law as a societal norm. It can't be OK for ANYONE you know to do it, EVER. My wife doesn't even like when I use Siri on the road. Believe me, if you TWD'ers (texting while driving) out there want to borrow my wife for a bit, she can nag you out of the desire to do so forever after. (Love you, hon!)
When we were little, our dad smoked. My brother and I incessantly bugged him about it, every single time without fail. He quit, and hasn't smoked in over 30 years. Just like smoking, TWD can kill not just you, but those around you as well - family, friends, and strangers.
Do you know about the new feature in iOS 6? Do Not Disturb? If you go to Settings and turn on DND, then calls and texts will not interrupt you. Innovations like this, and the discipline and will to use them, are what will turn the tide.
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