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This. I really like the idea of a pocket supercomputer like modern smartphone hardware. But I despise the software ecosystems that apple and google have built f
by humpydumpy 3y ago
This. I really like the idea of a pocket supercomputer like modern smartphone hardware. But I despise the software ecosystems that apple and google have built for them, with constant surveillance, lock-in, ads, tracking, horrible UIs and centralization.
- rchaud 3y agoA computer lets you build and run programs directly on device, with no internet. Our phones are closer to Super Nintendos than supercomputers.
- humpydumpy 3y agoTrue. I like the analogy. The sad thing is that this is purely a software limitation. The hardware would be capable of so much more, it is more powerful than desktop computers of just a couple of years ago.
- EasyMark 3y agofor the way I use computers these days, it could very easily replace my laptop with a proper monitor and docking solution (but not my tower server/gaming machine)
- Goronmon 3y agoOur phones are closer to Super Nintendos than supercomputers. I think you have the relationship reversed. Supercomputers are closer to Super Nintendos than smartphones.
- EasyMark 3y agoyeah mine was a way to build anxiety via doom scrolling and downloading time wasting games. When I'm on a laptop/desktop, I'm usually actually working or killing time, but since I don't have one with me at all times, it's much easier to limit time wastage.