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I'd prefer a capable phone, but with "lockdown features" designed for addictive personalities. I use various tools for web addiction on my computer (for instanc
by robbrown451 5y ago
I'd prefer a capable phone, but with "lockdown features" designed for addictive personalities. I use various tools for web addiction on my computer (for instance LeechBlock, that has rules that allow me to access certain sites for only certain periods). I even have a physical lockbox with a timer for certain real-world substances that I enjoy and benefit from, but I don't benefit from them always being available and tempting me. (hint: things that used to be illegal but aren't anymore, at least not in California)
This sort of solution, though, takes it way too far. I mean, I might need to call an Uber. I am not addicted to the Uber app. But I want it when I want it. I want to have maps/driving directions available when I want them. There are so many things I use occasionally on my phone that I'd like to decide whether or not they are positive or problematic, rather than the manufacturer to decide that for me. In other words, they throw out the baby with the bathwater.