Mississippi Steve thats probably one of the stupidest things I ever heard. Of course cell phones aren't necessary to survive, almost nothing we use today is absolutely necessary to survive. It does make life a hell of a lot easier though. And saying cell phones are hazardous to your health is retarded. Of course texting and calling people while your driving is dangerous. So? Then don't use it while driving this isn't rocket science. Also I think it's pretty funny how you have a personal vendetta against cell phones.