• by Mark Walsh  @markfwal, October 11, 2012

American’s used 1.1 trillion MB of data in the year ending July 12, up more than double from the prior 12 months, according to the semi-annual data traffic survey by CTIA—The Wireless Association. Among other findings, the study showed smartphones made up 131 million (or 41%) of the almost 322 million wireless subscriber connections. The number of tablets increased to 22 million, or almost 17% of all wireless connections.

At the same time, the trade organziation said the average monthly wireless bill decreased 7 cents to $47.16. For more highlights, click here.