The Smartphone Dilemma: Are We Losing Control?

People with their cellphones
Pakistan
May 17, 2023 1:10am CST
Are smartphones secretly controlling our lives? That's the burning question that has caught my attention recently. I stumbled upon a Facebook video where the speaker delves into the dark side of smartphones. First, she dives into the topic of radiation emitted by these devices and the potential harm it can cause. It's quite unsettling to think about the constant exposure we face. Next, she addresses the impact smartphones have on our social lives. The endless hours we spend glued to our screens disconnects us from the real world and those around us. It's particularly worrisome how this affects children, who are growing up in a digital age. Then comes the concerning issue of our health. Reports of vision problems and sleep disorders associated with cellphone use are becoming more common. It's disconcerting to think that our precious sleep might be compromised by the very devices we rely on. All of these factors combined paint a rather alarming picture. Are we sacrificing more than we gain from our beloved smartphones? It's a question that begs for consideration. What are your thoughts on this matter? Do you believe it's high time we address these issues that are often overlooked? Share your valuable insights.
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@Jenaisle (14078)
• Philippines
17 May 23
Anything that is in excess, is almost always harmful. The use of cellphones/smartphones in children should be monitored by the parents. Even adults should "monitor" themselves. Of course, when a person does nothing but is concentrated on his CP, he would lose sight of the actual world in his own area. There should be a balance between the two - cell phone use and going out to the outside to learn about things. There are various advantages of cell phones, hence, people should learn to maximize this and minimize the potential damage that comes with its use.
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• Pakistan
17 May 23
You have put it so well ! The balance is what we need!
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@db20747 (43440)
• Washington, District Of Columbia
17 May 23
Yes it's high time. I like this phone, does so much, but it's a distraction. Can't talk to anybody without it going off or ringing while your talking. And social media rarely reveals something good. Now people look like aliens all day with these phones.
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@allknowing (136369)
• India
18 May 23
I do not own a smart phone by choice. I prefer a big screen for my online activity Need I say more?
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• Pakistan
18 May 23
No problem! It's completely understandable that you prefer a big screen for your online activities. Many people find larger screens more comfortable and easier to navigate, especially for tasks like browsing the internet, watching videos, or working on documents.
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17 May 23
You're right. I rarely see anyone without a phone or rather, a smartphone nowadays. It seems to consume a lot of human lives by focusing too much time on one particular gadget.
• Pakistan
18 May 23
You my friend got a follower on that note...
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18 May 23
@zainkhan121 Thanks...following you too..
@jiwonnie (443)
• Philippines
17 May 23
It is controlling our lives for sure. The more companies develop better smartphones, the more we want to stay on our phones and it will be hard to stop it.
• Pakistan
17 May 23
I am sure soon they will categorize it as a new type of ‘addiction’.
@thebos (5960)
• Kisumu, Kenya
17 May 23
Actually what I can say , it's true that phones are taking over us, they are really controlling us
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@sallypup (61088)
• Centralia, Washington
18 May 23
My husband and I continue to use flipphones though I do use Facebook messenger through my laptop.
@JudyEv (339930)
• Rockingham, Australia
18 May 23
I think there are a lot of negative issues involving smartphones but we'll never be able to get rid of them. It really annoys me that people can't go anywhere without them. Even couples will go out for a meal but spend all their time on their phones.