You weren't around when cell phones were only used by rich jerks?
I was. My parents had first versions of analog cell phones and they were truly live savers no one ever complained about how they will destroy society.
From the start, people complained about how cell-phone users felt entitled to talk on them in public libraries, movie theaters and on public transportation.
I don't think that has changed? Everyone would still complain about someone Talking loudly in a public library or a movie theater.