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Mobile Technology Changing the Face of P&C Insurance

What will be the hot technology over the next few years? While no one can say for certain, its not difficult to make a case for smartphones and mobile devices.

By Edward Cammarato, John Cantwell | Updated on May 03, 2012

What will be the hot technology over the next few years? While no one can say for certain, it’s not difficult to make a case for smartphones and mobile devices.

Consider these numbers: In the fourth quarter of 2011 alone, according to industry observers, 157.8 million smartphones flew off store shelves worldwide, bringing the total for the year to 491.4 million units. AverageU.S.smartphone ownership is at 41.8 percent of mobile subscribers, or 98 million people.

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