IT Expert Advocates For Downgrading Phones — Here’s How It Helped Him

Smartphones have become a significant part of daily life in today's world, helping people stay connected and making tasks easier. However, they also have a downside—falling into unhealthy habits is easy. This is precisely what happened to an IT expert who was constantly glued to his phone, endlessly scrolling through social media and using it without much thought.

He knew that something had to change. While he appreciated how helpful the technology was, he was aware of its negative impact on his attention and focus. Like many people, he was torn between the convenience of the smartphone and the feeling that it was taking up too much of his time.

He even considered returning to his primary flip phone to cut down on screen time. However, this idea didn't seem practical since he needed apps for work, navigation, and other tasks.

Then, an unexpected situation gave him the solution he was looking for. His wife’s iPhone started having issues with its speaker, so he gave her his newer iPhone 14 Pro.

Instead of buying another high-end phone, he opted for something more modest – a refurbished iPhone SE, about three or four years old. With a much smaller 4-inch screen and a bulkier design, this phone looked outdated compared to what he was used to.

However, this change was exactly what he needed to break his bad phone habits. The smaller screen wasn’t as comfortable for extended use, especially when scrolling through social media or watching videos.

This made him naturally use his phone less for distractions and more for essential tasks like checking emails or using maps. The older phone still had the features he needed, like TouchID and access to critical apps, but without wasting time.

Adjusting to the smaller, older phone, he revealed some unexpected benefits.