Mobile learning can now be used to take learning to individuals and communities, who for reasons of geography, finance, culture, disability, or infrastructure, were previously unable to access conventional educational opportunities. From its conception, mobile learning has changed the learning landscape over a relatively short period of time. To gain an understanding of those changes, this article provides impressions of mobile learning across the globe since about 2002. This review of recent history presents examples of the achievements and the challenges during those years. It also includes the work of global agencies, such as UNESCO, USAID, and the World Bank and their role in articulating, reviewing, and promoting mobile learning. With stories of success, there are also often many challenges and hurdles to overcome which is illustrated through examples. The article concludes with recommendations.