

This is an extreme example if you really want something like an old, ‘dumb’ phone from the past while still using modern hardware:
- Remove any non-essential apps to making a call or text. I would only keep F-Droid to keep your launcher up to date (unless there’s a built-in updater)
- Replace your current launcher with something more minimal like Minimo Launcher
- Optional: Install a game (Just one!) like Breakout 71 for something to do on your break (Like how old phones had a game to play)
- Disable all notifications not related to phone or text
- Disable Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, All Location Services, anything that isn’t essential to making a call or text.
EDIT: forgot to add:
- Only re-enable Wi-Fi for updating your launcher and/or game. Disable when you’re done.
Congratulations, you’ve successfully ‘dumb downed’ your smartphone.



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Video game money? Highest was ~1e57 (Balatro)