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> But it's also our window into basically the entire wealth of human knowledge… Yes, true, but the article discusses how physical presence of the device itself
by jt2190 5y ago
> But it's also our window into basically the entire wealth of human knowledge…
Yes, true, but the article discusses how physical presence of the device itself reassures its owner, and conversely how upsetting it can be for the owner to be without their device. Part of that reassurance may come from, as you say, having a window into the entire wealth of human knowledge, or from having a connection to friends and family, etc.
- AniseAbyss 5y agoI recall that the Japanese were the first to make waterproof mobile phones so that people could keep chatting while taking a shower. On a personal observation: in the beginning I frequently forgot my phone. Now it is as standard to me as a wallet or keys. I can subconsciously feel its weight in my pocket.
- jrumbut 5y agoInterestingly I forget my wallet and keys all the time (to the extent it is possible since most trips require driving where I am). My phone and wedding ring are the only items that give me the "something is missing" spidey sense.