For all of their enthusiasm for texting and talking on their cells, Americans have mixed feelings about the role of the mobile phone in their lives.

Most cell users report that their cell phone makes them feel safer 91, and that they appreciate the way it allows them to arrange plans with family and friends 88 agree. But mobile phone users also report that they get irritated when a call or text interrupts them 42 and that they find it rude when others check their phones repeatedly during meetings or conversations 86.Other highlights of the report include65 of American adults with cell phones sleep with their phone on or right next to their bed.57 of adults with cells report receiving unwanted or spam text messages on their phone.90 of parents have a cell phone compared with 72 of adults without children under 18 at home.