Cell phone etiquette rules you should be following

You're the one using the phone, not someone else - It's not other people's responsibility to cope with your cell phone use. It is, however, your responsibility to use your phone inoffensively.

Avoid using a phone on public transportation - People are often stressed, rushing, or exhausted on public transport. The last thing they want is to listen to a random phone call right by their ear.

Turn off your phone - There are just certain places where cell phones should be and often are off-limits. Turn it off when you're at the cinema or theater, as well as in a church or temple.

End phone conversations when paying for purchases - Just because you don't know the cashier, doesn’t mean you can keep chatting away while they’re helping you.

End phone conversations when paying for purchases - Unless it’s an emergency, it’s rude to stay on the phone right in their face. Hang up and interact with the person in front of you.

Lower your voice when using your phone in public - Not only should you avoid shouting, but you should automatically lower your voice when on the phone in public.

Lower your voice when using your phone in public - Just put yourself in other people's shoes. You don't want to hear their conversations, so why would they want to hear yours?

Never shout when talking on the phone - Generally, you don't have to shout in the microphone to be heard on the other end. If you're in a loud environment, just call back later.

Never shout when talking on the phone - In addition, shouting on the phone disrupts people around you. No one else needs to be informed of your conversations, much less your arguments.

Don't put your phone on speaker - Just like people don't want to hear your end of the conversation, they surely don't want to hear the other person either.

Don't put your phone on speaker - Whenever you're in a public space, make sure you don't put your phone on speaker. It's rude to the person you're talking to and to everyone around you.

Don't be on your phone when you drive - This is an obvious one. Whether it's texting or talking on the phone, don't do it when you drive.

Don't be on your phone when you drive - Not only are you breaking laws, but you're also putting your life and the lives of others in danger. Pull over somewhere if you have to use your phone.

When someone calls you out - When someone asks you kindly to turn off your speaker, or the phone entirely, they likely have a good reason.

When someone calls you out - People usually don't go out of their way to address someone in public unless they are truly being bothered, so try to have some understanding.