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As an 41 year old, I’ve actually used rotary phones and classic handsets when I was younger. And damn do I miss them. There was a distinct enjoyment in being able to properly slam down a phone when you wanted to make a point. Same thing with flip phones: you KNEW when someone hung up in a huff. Can’t quite get that point across on a smartphone.
I also miss being able to properly shoulder a handset to keep your hands free.
As a 45 year old, damn do I not miss them at all.
i miss going out and not being connected, among people who also are just there in the present
i miss walking among people who are aware of their environment
Shit username though