Hate Your Phone After Watching ‘The Social Dilemma’? Here Are Some Tips

Our phones are driving us all crazy. Here’s how to put a stop to it.

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If you watched The Social Dilemma this past week or so, chances are you probably want to trash your phone. But before you throw it out the window, it’s worth considering some less-extreme solutions to your tech addiction. Whether you’re trying to go for a short detox or a total re-think of how you interact with technology in your life, these tools, apps and general tips are sure to help.

8 Settings to Change on Your Smartphone, Right Now

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New phone? Here are the tweaks you should make right away to ensure you get the most out of it.

The Best “Dumb” Phone Is Cheaper Than Ever

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Light Phone II ($350) is the second iteration of a device that returns the cell phone to its roots; namely, there is no way to use social media. You can play music and order ride shares, but beyond that you’re essentially limited to calls and texts.

This Box Changed My Whole Relationship to My Phone

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I’d expected the primary pain point would be that I’m a big whiney baby who throws a tantrum without his glow-screen.

How to Break Free from Your Phone

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Technology is addicting. It’s true. Here are some tips on how to break free.

Waste Too Much Time on Your Phone? These Apps Can Help

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Get a handle on your screen time with apps that help you track your usage, and even limit it.