Dumbphone Owners Have Lost Their Minds | WIRED

This article from WIRED explores the growing trend among Gen Z to ditch smartphones in favor of dumbphones, examining the psychological and practical implications of such a shift. It delves into the concept of the 'extended mind hypothesis' and 'transactive memory' to illustrate how deeply smartphones have become integrated into our cognitive processes. The author reflects on personal experiences and fears of losing a part of themselves if they were to give up their smartphone, while also acknowledging the benefits of reduced screen time and increased mindfulness. The article concludes by questioning whether the transition to dumbphones is truly feasible and what it might mean for those who remain enmeshed with their devices.