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I don't own a phone is the new I don't own a tv

• jordigh 11y ago
  It's a bit more than that. TVs are or were at least one per household, but every individual over a certain age is expected to carry a "phone" at all times. I too don't own a pocket computer, mobile phone, nor even a landline, and I get the weirdest looks from people. It's like saying I refuse to wear shoes. Carrying a tracking device on us has become as socially expected as wearing undergarments. It's a truly unique thing in history.
  • toomanybeersies 11y ago
    I think it's more just that people want a real-time way of communicating with you. And Skype doesn't count because not everybody can skype on their phones. What happens if someone needs to contact you to tell you that they're running late?
    • jordigh 11y ago
      > What happens if someone needs to contact you to tell you that they're running late? That's actually one of the greatest benefits of not owning a pocket computer: people feel a lot more pressure to be on time. Old-fashioned: you set an appointment ahead of time and you keep it.
• jaynos 11y ago
  It's more like saying "I don't own a TV" while streaming Netflix or Hulu to your computer.
• vixen99 11y ago
  Possibly but the advantages (for those for whom it is practicable) accruing for either states, still stand.
• tonyedgecombe 11y ago
  No, I don't own a phone is the new I don't own a car.