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ISSN : 1738-3110
An Exploratory Study of the Utilitarian and Hedonic Values on Buying Intention in Mobile Service
Lee, Young-Chul
Abstract
Purpose - The main purpose of this study is to find consumers' usage behavior in mobile services. To achieve these research goals, we empirically estimate the relationship between characteristics related to the use and provision of mobile services and factors influencing consumers' intentions. Research design / data / methodology - This study based on TAM, in which behavior is seen as a consequence of affect and intentions and used the theory of consumption values which is a means of explaining user decisions to employ a utilitarian and hedonic facet using by smart phone. Results - The result of the study verified that specific factors, such as expectations about pleasure and monetary value, had the biggest influence on the service usage pattern of mobile consumers. And typically, when consumers are expected to monetary damages, it will be avoided. However, in result of this study, it was found that mobile service users pay a high cost, but they are in pursuit of pleasure and fun. Conclusions - These results, a variety of applications in the mobile service are being provided to users. As information technology has developed, companies should have providing diverse application programs and good quality of services with advanced information technology.
- keywords
- Mobile Service, Utilitarian and Hedonic Value, Attitude, Buying Intention
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