I’ve been very stressed lately and have been doing some window shopping to calm down. I’m interested in gadgets, but a lot of things can just be replaced with apps. I realize a phone won’t replace very large appliances like refrigerators or washing machines so I’m trying to scope my question to portable devices. So what are some portable devices or gadgets that their specialization hasn’t been replaced by smart phone apps? Extra points if they’re super useful and reliable.

  • LibbEnglish
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    5 days ago

    I carry a jailbroken Kobo with wifi disabled

    I used to that with a Kindle. See my answer to the other comment why I decided I did not want to do it anymore.

    That’s exactly what external light means. If you need to sit near a lamp to read your book, then you are relying on external light.

    The idea was that I do not need an extra light because, well, there are plenty all around but, you’re right, that’s what an extra light means. They’re just already there ;)

    • PM_Your_Nudes_Please@lemmy.world
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      4 days ago

      The idea was that I do not need an extra light because, well, there are plenty all around

      The biggest counterpoint I have is simply that I enjoy camping. Good luck finding a desk lamp when you’re 5 miles into the woods. And I’m not wasting my flashlight’s precious battery life on reading.

      • LibbEnglish
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        4 days ago

        The biggest counterpoint I have is simply that I enjoy camping. Good luck finding a desk lamp when you’re 5 miles into the woods.

        Nothing to answer there :P