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fromBusiness Matters
2 days ago

Why Are Brits Switching Back to Dumbphones?

More and more people are ditching their iPhones and Samsungs for so-called "dumbphones" or "feature phones". Once mocked as relics of the early 2000s, these devices are enjoying a quiet comeback. From teenagers wanting fewer distractions to parents worried about screen addiction, the UK is seeing a small but significant trend that surprises tech companies. And while Brits simplify their devices, they still find ways to enjoy modern pleasures-from streaming to new casinos
Digital life
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

How to get out of a love-hate relationship with your phone

Smartphones significantly pull attention, even when silent or not actively used.
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

I abandoned my iPhone for a $90 flip phone. Life's never been better.

Switching to a flip phone was probably the best decision I've ever made, despite it making my life harder in many tangible ways.
Digital life
fromZDNET
3 months ago

How I turned my Apple Watch into a dumbphone (and why you should, too)

Smartphones' endless distractions have prompted rising interest in dumbphones as alternatives, as users seek respite from screen addiction, indicating a market shift.
Wearables
Mobile UX
fromZDNET
3 months ago

I swapped my iPhone for an e-paper Android handset, and it wasn't the downgrade I expected

The Minimal Phone's unique design encourages focused usage, making it a tool for specific tasks rather than a versatile smartphone.
Mobile UX
fromZDNET
4 months ago

I tested this E Ink phone running Android, and you'll either love or hate its big design feature

The Minimal Phone limits smartphone distractions by making non-essential app usage cumbersome, fostering a focus on essential tasks.
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fromSlate Magazine
5 months ago
Digital life

What I Learned From Two Years Without a Smartphone

Switching from a smartphone to a dumbphone can enhance mindfulness and simplify life.
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago
Digital life

This former influencer gave up her smartphone. She says you should, too

Digital detox clubs and dumbphones help people regain control over their time and attention in a smartphone-driven world.
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