Brandane
Legendary Member
- Location
- Costa Clyde
As the rest of the world gets more and more addicted to the things, I am seriously considering going for freedom and breaking free from the scourge that is the mobile phone. My work might not be happy but as they don't pay for it - too bad.
I am finding myself getting more than a little bit annoyed at the assumption of everyone that we should be available to take calls 24/7, 365 days of the year - including whilst on holiday. Yes I could switch it off when I feel like it, but then they just leave a voice message or text to get me to call back.
As for whatsapp and other messaging services, I am getting tired of the endless "interesting" pics and videos that people send, and usually expect some sort of acknowledgement even if just a quick smiley face. That includes cycling buddies sending "relive" clips of bike rides. Yes, good for you, !!
I can see a few disadvantages but think they would be outweighed by the one big advantage. I would miss some of the apps that I use, but with a little forward planning that could be overcome.
Has anybody actually done this? Or maybe never got suckered into having one in the first place?
I am finding myself getting more than a little bit annoyed at the assumption of everyone that we should be available to take calls 24/7, 365 days of the year - including whilst on holiday. Yes I could switch it off when I feel like it, but then they just leave a voice message or text to get me to call back.
As for whatsapp and other messaging services, I am getting tired of the endless "interesting" pics and videos that people send, and usually expect some sort of acknowledgement even if just a quick smiley face. That includes cycling buddies sending "relive" clips of bike rides. Yes, good for you, !!
I can see a few disadvantages but think they would be outweighed by the one big advantage. I would miss some of the apps that I use, but with a little forward planning that could be overcome.
Has anybody actually done this? Or maybe never got suckered into having one in the first place?