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I have a smartphone but most of the notifications are turned off. I follow up and look at stuff when I want to. I like being able to read or browse the web in

I have a smartphone but most of the notifications are turned off. I follow up and look at stuff when I want to. I like being able to read or browse the web in boring situations, like standing in lines or in waiting rooms. I don't see the big difference between that and say, reading a book. I've never gotten or honestly desired a social interaction while waiting in line for something. Social media and everyone thinking the world cares what they say about everything is the problem, not the smartphone.

necrosyne 5y ago
It's heartening to hear that I'm not the only one. Browsing the web on a smartphone makes for a terrific distraction while standing in line at the coffee shop; My notifications are largely disabled and I've never used social media. I can honestly say I've never suffered from envy/depression/addiction from the use of my device and I firmly believe this is why.