The smartphone photography reminds me of TV-VCR combos of days bygone. It works ok for both purposes, it's convenient... yet it speeds up the obsolescence. Even

The smartphone photography reminds me of TV-VCR combos of days bygone. It works ok for both purposes, it's convenient... yet it speeds up the obsolescence. Eventually, you're on the market again for either one or both components. Unlike with the dedicated devices, which may retain their use for longer (even if relegated to drawer life) due to their specialization by design.