This basic model — known as a “dumb phone” these days — could only be used for calls and texts. No apps, no internet, no (or, at least, fewer) distractions. “I became overwhelmed and ...

Since phones became smart, people have been buying ‘dumb phones’ to take a digital holiday from the super-connected online world. More and more, the tranquil, low-tech world of the ‘dumb ...

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In an era of constant connectivity, sometimes less is more. The best dumb phones — or feature phones, if you prefer — offer a refreshing break from the endless notifications and distractions of the ...

If you're not quite ready to ditch your smartphone, an app called BePresent can help you put down your phone. A local couple has started a website called dumbwireless.com. It helps people adopt a ...

Some screen junkies are ditching their smartphones for dumbphones that cut out the juicy apps that keep users' eyes locked on the screen. Our tech reporter Jordan Hart tried out one of these ...

The artists of the CBC Arts Trend Forecast predict a desire for simpler, more manageable relationships with our technology in 2025.

Nokia has seen its fortunes ebb and flow as the mobile phone market matured. It’s now back in the game. In recent years, the manufacturer has gone back to its roots and issued a range of ‘dumb’ phones ...

“Just cause we’re old, don’t mean we’re dumb! If it’s going on here in ... it’s a good idea to not provide any personal details over the phone and block unwanted callers.