Do you have a smartphone, non-smart cell phone, or no cell phone?

[adirondacker]

60. Fortunately, we Still have our small local telephone Co. and the transmission goes through wires

rather than cable. Verizon is attempting to take over, but there is enough individuals that feel obligated to supporting a local small business. Kinda surprising for as right wing the towns are up here, but I give them credit.

I'm one of those "cuspers" that grew up with the onslaught of technology, but old enough to know the "simpler" side of things.
Like I stated, I pretty much burn out with some of the tech, but keep abreast just the same. I've used iphones for work and can see the advantages, but also the disadvantages. I find the endless texting to be a major distraction and time suck for folks on the job. I also know that texting code or a numerical value can be advantages over voice.

I'm actually quite social and don't hesitate to ask a stranger for directions or advice on local foodfare. Smartphones, I feel, takeaway from social interaction in those regards making life a bit less interesting.

I recently visited a college bar back West and was intrigued by everyone's constant attention they give their phones. Instead of having a deep discussion, they sit there and text back and forth. It seems rather Pathetic through my eyes. Why don't they just sit at home and drink?

I also love the clarity of a landline and a wired phone! Then again I'm addicted to old school HiFi amplifiers and speakers.