Talking and Scuba...do they mix?

DiverWire reported today that Scuba students can now take to the water in full face masks if you dive with Atlantis Resorts in the Philippines. I applaud the initiative and quest to make the sport more accessible to divers...but for those of you have been diving a while...what do you think?

According to Marketing Director John Boozer, guests can now sign up for guided tours and training using full-face masks for interactive, real-time communication with the guides during a dive. “Working with OTS, we now have a supply of Guardian full-face masks with Buddy Phones. We’re pleased to be among the first resorts in our region to offer this unique amenity.”

For me, the thought of a Buddy Phone has about as much appeal as being able to use your mobile phone on a flight...yes, its probably useful for some and I can see plenty of safety advantages...but one of the great things about scuba will be lost...the peace, serenity and other-worldliness of the experience.

What do you think?

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