I made my smartphone into a dumbphone - how and why

This is my minimalistic phone set up to maximize productivity and reduce screen-time. I basically converted my smart phone into a dumb phone, and in this video I show you my full set up and how you can do the same. This is the video I wish I had because it took me some time to experiment so many with different set ups lol. Hope this was valuable, I'll see ya next week.

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Outline:
0:00 Why use a modern dumbphone?
0:40 How I discovered this system
1:41 Modern dumb phone full walkthrough
2:51 Best mood tracker
3:06 The habit tracker I use
3:25 Blocking social media
5:19 How to actually reduce your screen time
5:52 Bonus features
6:35 How this will improve your life
7:30 Setup guide (short ver)

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[reysu]

UPDATE: since making this video, I've discovered two apps that does the exact same thing way cheaper (not associated with either of them)

[michaelhodgeofficial]

This was literally my distraction time tonight. Watching a video about how to not be distracted. Oh the humanity.

[fIaackoo]

i have the privilege of having an ipad, that i did use for studying only. but a few days ago i listened to a podcast (s/o madeline argy) where she talked about how the internet was a place in the past and now you have it always with you on the phone.
that inspired me to delete all of my social media and all kind of apps i don't need to have with me all the time and install them on my ipad. i use my ipad only at my desk and if needed (traveling to different places for a longer period) i could take it with me.
the important point is when im outside for the gym, work, meeting friends, etc. i don't have it with me, and im not tempted because i literally can't and have "only" my phone with me.

[reysu]

I’ve been told of an alternative app to Opal that’s free, it’s called Burnout Buddy. It seems more powerful because you can set Location triggers, like only allow YouTube at the gym. If you try it out let me know :)

[MaxLvLDoc]

This honestly has to be the best way to restrict distractions to a bare minimum on your phone. Definitely going to test run it for the whole year. Thank you for guidance bro!

[hypernewlapse]

for me the problem with this is apple barely allows customization so the app library is still one swipe away, search function too, and the screentime can be sidestepped

[sylviaswayne]

That shot where you shrink the phone while talking about deciding to dumb it down was really cool. I love a little touch like that.

[brianhagan]

Great compromise to buying a separate “dumb phone.” I was going to buy a ghost phone (basically a google pixel with a pre-hacked OS to limit functionality and act as dumb phone) until I watched this video, but I will try this first. Customize what you need without reducing functionality. Subscribed!

[Jennifergreen-uk]

i have a samsung a21s and the perfect minimal/dumbphone setup. I just put it on power saver mode lol. It really is quite nice as it only shows like 5 apps calls and stuff, highly recomended

[tanichiro]

i use beeper as my all in one messenger app, freaking life saver in terms of not having to open everything.. i just leave the rest in my app drawer, and oddly enough i can relate to this as i've basically got 4 apps on my main home screen and found myself not using my phone as much now

[JoseBriones]

I didn't go back to using my smartphone, but loved your video! Great help for people that want to use their phones less, retain functionality, and want to use smart devices. Good stuff!

[lucagattoni-celli]

The point about just blocking stuff instead of trying to mediate and reflect and think your way to using addictive technology less was so funny and relatable, I had to pause the video at 5:39 to laugh/clap. Have wanted to try this for a while, thanks for making a guide.

[reysu]

Studies show if you smash that like button you will instantly enter a state of flow

[danielsharp]

Thanks for the video! I've just set this up on my Apple phone. Opted for date at the top and camera app in the bottom bar to encourage me to take more photos. I can already feel the distance from social apps and I'm looking forward to seeing how it affects my tendency to doom scroll Instagram.

[tweeters]

Love the window, or block schedule concept. Definitely going to be using this to set myself some parameters.

[stephwchen]

the most aesthetically organized phone i’ve ever seen ✨

[NatBridge-llzz]

This reminds me of the old PDA devices from the early 2000s but with the added benefits of being a phone. Definitely implementing these apps as I made the switch to a dumbphone 2 months ago but still struggle with my phone addiction as I need it with me for work purposes (and maps + spotify of course)

[averageguyyoga]

I have been down the rabbit holes on this and you have a great solution here. good work man, youve given me hope for this generation.

[BoatWichayu]

Love this content and this is exactly what I’m looking for. I have seen many dump phone experience videos and turns out they struggled too much. I think this is the smart way to apply, cheers and keep up! ❤

[panhradu]

Simplest way to fight phone addiction is turning it black and white. You will be surprised how boring and unappealing the apps became.