Left to Our Own Devices: 5 Years With a Non-Smart Phone – Part 3 – Return of the Dumb’d Smartphone?

Table of Contents Introduction A lot has changed in the past year since I wrote parts 1 & 2 of this series (and posted it 6 months ago). So, for completion’s sake, here’s an update chronicling my changes and the process behind them. I recently read Cal Newport’s Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a […]

Left to Our Own Devices: 5 Years With a Non-Smart Phone – Part 2 – FAQ & Phone Reviews

Table of Contents Introduction & Disclaimer If you’re already one of the “converted”, here’s a compilation of practical questions people have asked me over the years and a list of phone reviews. While some of the phone review information is also relevant for the US, this article does focus on Canadian phone connectivity and service […]

Left to Our Own Devices: 5 Years With a Non-Smart Phone – Part 1 – The Why & Benefits

Table of Contents Disclaimer Deciding which technology to adopt into your life is a personal decision, and like all personal decisions, I couldn’t possibly guess what’s right for everyone. Or even most people. When I first started making the switch to a non-smartphone 5 years ago, my life circumstances and timing played a big part […]