The Mobile Internet Report Key Themes*

“Not in My Back Yard” (NIMBY) Protest Against Cell Site Construction –
Slowing Network Rollout Despite High Demand for Bandwidth
Area residents across the country have
opposed the construction of cell towers in
their neighborhoods
Tower / telecom companies have turned to
“stealth towers” that disguise a cell tower
as a more aesthetically appealing object
Reasons for Opposing Cell Tower Construction –
Negative aesthetic impact
Reduced property value
Adverse impacts on surrounding environment
Negative health risks associated with cellular
microwaves
Cell towers disguised as trees, flagpoles, water
tanks and other objects address some (aesthetic
impact, reduced property values), but not all of
the issues associated with cell tower construction
Source: Gizmodo, Business Week, Morgan Stanley Research.
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