Why I'm Using a Smart Phone I've thought about this, but I've realized it's not the phone but specific websites/apps that can be time-consuming addictions. I h

Why I'm Using a Smart Phone I've thought about this, but I've realized it's not the phone but specific websites/apps that can be time-consuming addictions. I have no social media accounts on my phone, so that seems to prevent a lot of the issues. I do like browsing news sites, but there's only so many times I can see the same story before I get sick of it. I do hate some of the privacy issues that come with a smart phone (certain apps I can't get rid of, I can't change to LineageOS with this phone, etc.) However, I use the phone for learning a new language while on the bus/train. I also like getting email alerts about the bus/train (accidents, etc). My bus carrier tells you instantly where the bus is, so I can walk to another bus line if the next one is delayed. Podcasts on the phone are also great. I could do all those things with a data plan and laptop, but it's much too big. I don't actually need any of those things but they are a huge convenience for a long commute. I try to be mindful of my phone use when out with friends. I like the fact that I don't know what's been going on in their lives via social media so then we can catch up.