Gilbakka posted:Drugb posted:Gilbakka posted:I'm already on retirement with a fixed pension. As I grow older, I cannot afford to be a slave to a smartphone, checking it constantly multiple times every waking hour, recharging it every day, and devoting more time that could be used more judiciously. In July-August I cancelled my Facebook, Twitter and other social media accounts. I shortened my email contacts list, even disabling Jalil who insisted on remaining.
So, for me a smartphone is now superfluous. More free time with my flip phone. Less recharge as it's on standby 8-10 days 24/7. More time for my favourite pastime --- reading.
I don't share the same opinion. I find the applications useful. Like fire a smart phone is a good slave but a bad master.
I don't want you to agree with me, bro. I just want you to understand me.
smart phones are tools. I cannot return to flip phones. I walk and listen to my favorite authors. At night I locate the constellations. I use them to scout bike trails and view them before a ride especially if they are new. They are my alarm clock, my calculator, my dictionary, body monitor, trip planner etc..in short my investigative tool for everything under the sun...plus they make money for me since I have collaborated on a few apps. I have a note 4 and pair it with all sorts of devices from my bike helmet to my bike..my FM radio, alexia and yes, my wife, mom, kids know and can track me at all time and get alerts for lots of things about me without me having to tell them