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Hey everyone, I was entertaining the thought of going away from owning a smart phone.

I already have a modded ipod classic that I use as my main music player.

I also know how to use a paper map.

I also have the Microsoft authentication app for work (I could just use my phone on wifi mode for this)

The last issue I have is WhatsApp where I communicate with friends and family around the world.

Is there a way to use WhatsApp on a non-smart phone? Or should I just buy a pixel and install a secure rom?

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[–] bl4kers@lemmy.ml 1 points 3 days ago

Instead of purchasing a device why not just turn it off and put it away when you're not using it?

Easier said than done. We're emotionally connected to these devices and the freedoms they seem to provide