I'm making my first post here on Leminal Space because I hear it's a better alternative to Reddit. One that's more privacy-oriented, less rage-baity, and less pro-corporate.

About 9 months ago, I made the switch from a smartphone to a flip phone, and boy did it make my life so much better. I've become less dependent on technology, and I've become more self-sufficent. Printing maps with MapQuest and MyOSMmatic have been quite a lot of fun. And I also feel smarter because "Googling things" have become much more inconvenient.

Carrying a notebook with me has also allowed me to draw more, and I also feel less distracted. Anyone else switched to a flip phone? If so, what are your ways to manage life without a smart phone?

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[–] 2 points 10 months ago (3 children)

I did. I have an s22 flip. Not fully "dumb", it runs android mobile. But so lacking on resources it is basically a dumb phone, with Spotify and maps. Fits my use case fine and much less distractions and constant gamifiyijng. I Miss NFC payments the most and my banking app won't even run on it, but it does the job of being a communications device just fine.

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  • [–] 1 point 10 months ago (2 children)

    I've though about one of these but the videos I've seen make it look very annoying to use.

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  • [–] [S] 3 points 10 months ago (1 child)

    They are, and that's the idea. Rejecting convenience allows you to think and be more independent.

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  • [–] 1 point 10 months ago

    I am Einstein and the most independent person alive right about now then. I'll flat out go to 5 failed invidious links that take forever to not load just so I don't have to use YouTube. What an absolutely disgusting platform! I can't believe people still use it. I'd rather just make my own goddamn videos and entertain myself for all the bullshit they do.

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