Looking at screens is way too entertaining. It was less so when screens were smaller, less immersive and more tactile.

In retrospect I think this device was the optimal digital companion. It got whatever you needed done in terms of communication, looked snazzy, and didn’t suck people into a vortex away from really. Best of both worlds.

We need to bring something like this back.

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Best of both worlds?

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Doesn't solve for the 'sucking into vortex' part, but tactile is definitely a better device experience

For something more minimalist, perhaps as a weekend phone, its worth checking out https://www.punkt.ch/en/products/mp02-4g-mobile-phone/

I have one and its a joy to use. Signal messeger also works on it, so urgent messages always get through

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