1. Ownership of smartphones
In the Western world, there are not many people left who do not own a smartphone. From children in elementary school to people in nursing homes, most have a mobile phone with internet access. Last year, only 1% of people in the Netherlands did not have access to a mobile phone. 95% of people own a smartphone and 90% actually use the internet capabilities that the phone offers them. We can therefore state that more than 15 million people in the Netherlands have the ability to access the internet via their mobile phone.
2. Battery life
Also in the area of phone batteries, developments are not standing still. Without the price increasing, batteries can deliver power for longer. This is beneficial for playing casino games online on your mobile, as these types of applications do consume quite a bit of energy. No one ever wants their smartphone to run out of battery, but if you're right in the middle of a successful game, that can be very annoying. Of course, it doesn't hurt to take a power bank or charger with you, especially if your mobile is a bit older.
3. Availability
Another reason why people are increasingly playing casino games on their smartphones is convenience. After all, you almost always have your mobile on hand, unlike your computer. It doesn't matter if you're on the train, waiting for an appointment, or in the mood for a game during your lunch break. Your mobile phone is always nearby to entertain you, even at home on the couch.
4. Internet and data bundles
Precisely because there are so many mobile phone users in the Netherlands, there are also many providers that offer a good data bundle at a reasonable price. Not only is the speed of these bundles high, but the coverage in the Netherlands is also very good. This promotes the use of the internet on mobile phones, as it is not only very affordable, but the connection is also reliable and fast.
This is certainly of great importance when playing casino games. There are many moments where response speed plays a significant role in the outcome of the game. You certainly don't want your connection to lag - or worse, completely drop out.
5. Availability of casino games
A third reason for the increase in the use of smartphones to play casino games is the availability. Due to the change in legislation for games of chance, there are now more legal options to play online casino games.
This not only provides more options for consumers but also good competition. Providers want people to play with them and keep an eye on other providers, particularly regarding the range of games. Where in the past only classic casino games like blackjack, poker, and roulette were often offered, there is now a wide variety of games that have been adapted to the digital environment. Nowadays, there are hundreds and perhaps thousands of different types of online slots. Additionally, you can bet on many sports, and there are many more options like live casinos, where you can see live what is happening in the physical casino via a camera.
6. Casino games suitable for smartphones
More and more online casinos offer special games, options, and apps to play on your smartphone. Where in the past the layout and aspect ratio were often dramatically poor when you wanted to play a casino game on your smartphone, that is now a thing of the past. The term mobile casinos is used to indicate the difference from games played in an online casino on a computer.
Some online providers of casino games invest in the development of a special app in which they offer various casino games. Other providers adjust their websites so that you can choose to play on your smartphone. The aspect ratio is adjusted so that you hardly have to scroll and the games are clearly visible on your mobile phone's screen.
7. Security
Where smartphones were often poorly secured in the past, today's models come with various options to keep your data private. Security is therefore no longer a reason to only log in on your computer when you want to play a game online. It is certainly not easy anymore to crack the security of a mobile phone. Because there are few to no people who have (had) problems with this, people trust the security of their phones.
Additionally, casinos have also invested in the security of their websites and apps. The online providers of casino games that are legally operating in the Netherlands all meet the legal requirements for safe payment methods and privacy policies. By choosing a casino that operates legally in the Netherlands, you can be sure that the casino is also safe to play in. This applies to both the security of your data and the chances of winning, as well as for help with a (potential) addiction.
8. Payment options
Due to significant investments by banks in recent years to create a safe payment environment for smartphones, many people have an app from their bank that allows them to pay. This makes it easy and quick to deposit some money into your casino account so you can play online. This can be done, among other things, via IDEAL, Google Wallet, or with your credit card. Most mobile and online casinos offer multiple options for direct payment. You no longer need to log in to your computer to make a payment, making it even more attractive to play casino games from your couch on your mobile phone.
Conclusion
The reasons behind the increase in playing casino games on smartphones, the so-called mobile casinos, are numerous and very diverse. It is related to the availability of smartphones and better batteries, affordable and large data bundles, and the stability of the mobile internet network in the Netherlands.
Additionally, there has been an increase in legal online casinos in the Netherlands, which have expanded both their offerings and technical capabilities. Finally, there have been many improvements in terms of security and payment options compared to 10 years ago. This ensures that people are now less hesitant to use their smartphones to visit a mobile casino.