People read magazines and newspapers in the bathroom. What’s wrong with texting/surfing/gaming on the pot? And even conversing, depending on your conversation partner, sphincter control and strategic use of the mute button, is acceptable.

A buddy of mine had recent surgery near his nether regions and, for lack of a mirror, I advised him to use his phone to photograph the area for visual inspection. I didn’t sneak a peak, but it satisfied his curiosity with the doctor’s work.

I have used my phone’s camera to look under/behind things MANY times myself. Best use so far: put in a ziplock bag, insert into garbage disposal with LED and video camera on, FINALLY FIND THAT TINY METAL FRAGMENT THAT WAS GRINDING FOR WEEKS.