These lower-tech devices do not include many of the apps typically found on smartphones. And that may be appealing if you're looking to spend less... This story was originally published on August 8, ...

The good: Well made; offers agreeable performance; functional features. The bad: Doesn't record video; photo quality is unremarkable; speakerphone quality is a bit distorted. The price: $10 The bottom ...

So, I'm not throwing my smartphone away. I'm just making it a lot dumber. Start by turning off all non-essential ...

Nick is a Features author who's been writing for fellow tech geeks since 2011. While he's mostly focused on phones, he's also thrilled by cameras and audio gear of all shapes and sizes. On weekends, ...

People are ditching their iPhones and Androids for basic flip phones and minimalist devices that do little more than call and text as a solution to our digital noise problem.

This story was originally published on August 8, 2024, and has been updated. Your smartphone is designed to suck you in. You might pick it up to quickly check the weather, only to find yourself an ...