I've had a flip phone for 3 years, you should try it out

[sohaib]

Respect the amount of self discipline you have to stay committed for 3 years

[bilalchughtai_]

Huge respect for having the self discipline to follow through with this in the long term. Using a bunch of digital productivity tools makes removing a phone from my life entirely probably net bad, but this video has prompted me to think a bit more critically about whether the technology I'm using is actually improving my life or not! Just deleting social media is something I have found to be a good 80/20 solution in the past.

[ThirdPointInLine]

Omg you nailed it, I often say that technology and the internet should have stopped changing in 2005 (half jokingly but it lines up with that sweet spot you mentioned)

[blususpect]

I definitely want to have 2000’s use of technology of just a tool times back… You know what I might actually consider doing this

[r.a.l.]

I've literally thought of doing this myself for YEARS now so maybe this is the motivation I need to do it? I JUST missed the flip-phone and slide phones(?) but I always found them practical for the teens and adults I saw as a kid. Will update if I end up doing it.

[pricklypickle]

Great idea but sadly this won't work if you're working in Malaysia where majority of workplace communication takes place within group chats with bosses and clients. But there are some apps that helps to limit your daily social media usage. I should try looking up those xD

[tkhktqc]

This is a great video about this! You've gone through real solutions rather than just saying that you don't need the tools which I feel lots of people use frequently and find functional:)

[genjutsuASMR]

I just ordered my first flip phone since the early 2000's. Watching videos like yours to hype me up until it arrives. Love the 2720!

[cloudbrooks]

I'm going to do this when I live in a better environment that is nice to spend time in :) I didn't realise it was a possible thing, as silly as that sounds. I've always felt like i wanted some alternative to a smartphone, but I never bothered to really *think* about that (because again right now the switch would make my life overall worse so why bother thinking abt it yknow) . but thinking of living a life where I keep these separated devices instead of a smartphone... that's such a happy feeling I get, just thinking about it. What a nice goal I have now :) thanks for making this video, it is so inspiring

[richbaboon]

My phone usage time averages 16-23 hours a day. If you’re worried about 4hours and 30 mins I should be losing my mind over here!!

[eliath]

this is so cool! i bought a nokia 2780 recently and it’s awesome to see someone else doing the same thing. i use my ipad for messaging apps and things with friends and to connect to my spotify player. my phone number is really just used by my family. i also have an in-car gps system. it’s sooo freeing and i’m hoping i can stick with it as long as you have!

[wfoy]

You’re prob definitely my new fav youtuber i love how your channel is so spontaneous and presents different topics and ideas that everyone can think about but not really bring to reality but you do it for us
Thank you❤

[DesDes]

I have really bad anxiety with smartphones especially but never thought about the possibility of not using one for my main form of communication. I do need a smartphone for certain things but I think minimizing use could be a great 2024 goal. I loved this!! You’ve got me feeling inspired.

[mariaz]

Ok I have to do it. The fact that you made this video short and sweet and to the point, particularly as someone who has committed for 3 years, has sold me. My dependence on this stupid screen is so awful. I have so much more I need to do. P.s I like the art on your wall and the GoPro idea. Also shout out cooking mama

[babyshela]

I personally love PDA’s. I know they are old but I love them so much. The can tell time and write notes.

[ola...o]

Helps minimize distractions. Increases productivity for sure. Contemplating this 😅, although some jobs entail social media marketing etc

[cupofchi_]

switched this past weekend and im loving it so far! Im also enjoying seeing others make videos about it.

[Gladiva]

I use a password locked (I have someone else do the passcode) screen time restrictions on my phone for the past 4 years. Its been such a life chanager. So I love seeing other people also take their time back 🙂

[celerystiks]

thank you for this! i’m slowly trying to ease my way out of using my phone by picking up some new hobbies, , definitely going to get a flip phone and play sudoku everywhere soon!

[DianaLee-un]

My dad still has a flip phone. I asked him why he doesn’t want a mobile phone and he told me that it’s a distraction. So I completely understand and I one hundred percent agree with you (p.s I love your videos!!) ❤❤