“You can’t set limits on a limitless device” Loved that.

@AndrewFolts

Жыл бұрын

Only took me like ten years to realize it. (:

People are finally realizing that we've been tricked into believing that multi-tasking gets more done, when the reality is that it actually created chaos in the way our brains and bodies work. What you said about having single tools that do one thing and one thing very well is something I've been talking about for a long time. Simplicity and singleness of focus when getting something done is definitely the key to happiness and soundness of mind/sould body and spirit.

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

No doubt! I got another e ink device (no cellular or apps) last month to manage my daily routine to-do's, and at first it was like "Hmm, maybe the Light Phone is redundant..." but then I remembered what it was like to have an iPhone that did 50 million different things, and appreciated the "one thing" insight all over again. (:

@Bens963

Жыл бұрын

"Do one thing and do it well", very much like in Unix. I'm looking to go in the same direction

@BillMoriarty

Жыл бұрын

@@AndrewFolts what's that thing? A Remarkable or Rocketbook?

@AndrewFolts

Жыл бұрын

@@BillMoriarty Hisense A5 phone. It's Chinese, so you can't download apps, which was a plus in my case.

@whatisiswhatable

5 ай бұрын

i honestly believe Jobs wanted the apple ecosystem to be more limiting all-up. He was slow to add-on features and even open the app store to certain things. The OS when he was at the helm was a much more manageable, thoughtful, and well-designed system

Freedom is hidden within boundaries! :) Also, I'm sorry about your book.... may your channel grow and provide for you :) !! liefs uit Nederland

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

"Freedom is hidden within boundaries!" Oooh! i love that! If I hadn't written my book, I might never have thought to start a KZread channel, so life always works out in the end. (:

@Servant_of_Yeshua96

Жыл бұрын

That comment reminds me of freedom in Jesus. Same concept better love and result. God is good.

@hoogte-fotograaf

Жыл бұрын

Hee Maaike. Werken alle simkaarten in deze LP2, of moet je specifiek een bepaalde provider nemen? Groet!

Lately I've been really hating everything involving social media. While I haven't gone full dumb phone, I've moved over to a super minimalist layout on my iPhone. No social media. No YT. No browsers. Move the app store off your home screen to discourage re-downloading. Surprisingly I haven't had the desire to re-download any of those apps. To use social media I have to come home and get on a PC, a la 2007 lol. It's been great! Anxiety is wayyyyy down, I'm calm, I can think. My phone is only used as a tool and not a mindless dopamine scrolling device. First week was the hardest. I found myself grabbing my phone and trying to open social media apps. Quickly realizing, "crap no social media," but that goes away pretty quickly.

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Nice work! It's a full-time job just trying not to get sucked into social media. Sometimes I think my title should be: "Certified Social Media Resistor."

@devon9374

Жыл бұрын

Don't understand why folks waste 350 dollars on this junk... They can just do what you did. I guess ppl have no control. I literally love having the internet at all times. I spend all day everyday learning new things. YT is great for education, ebooks and audiobooks are fantastic. This movement seems so silly to me. Wish I would've been the one profiting off this nonsense 🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️

@jayman8001

Жыл бұрын

@@devon9374 you're most definitely a narrow minded individual.

Welcome to the club! I had a similar story with burning out bad last fall and picked up a light phone 2 as a last ditch effort and I felt crazy doing it. Proud of you for making it through the first couple of weeks which is a tough transition, and thanks for sharing your story because content like this will undoubtedly help so many others have at least a bit more confidence in making the very scary and lonely jump to a dumbphone :)

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Ha, yea, it can be challenging at first. The funny thing is, not having a smartphone actually ended up making me more connected to people. I never text anymore and always call. Plus, it's a good way to start a conversation. Like: "Hey, I have this low-tech phone and it has no GPS, can you tell me how to get to X?" People think it's funny, and enjoy helping you, as if you just stepped out of a time machine from the middle ages. (:

@burgerbobber5791

Жыл бұрын

You still using the light phone?

I bought my light phone in April (it’s back ordered so still waiting for it to come). Watching your video is getting me ready! I’m going light for my mental health (the draw of social media and all the things on iPhone are not making things better) as well as to model low tech for my young kids (if they see me on my iPhone all the time how am I supposed to encourage them to use less tech?). Thanks for your video!

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Jessica! Excited for you, the Light Phone's so relaxing to own. Supposedly, they're coming out with a GPS tool in the next could weeks, so you have that to look forward to, as well. Thanks for watching! (:

Your channel is gonna blow up if you keep making videos like this. Great quality stuff.

@AndrewFolts

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Jon, I'll tell the algorithm you said that. (:

This is so incredible and helpful. We feel seen by you! Thank you for creating this and inspiring our step to ditch the mindless addiction of smart phones. It's amazing how much I've denied how truly bad my smart phone/constant access to social media is for my mental health. It's something I've known for years, but just have had so much resistance to giving up the convenience and crutch of it. But I think the point is not to give up technology altogether, but to just not give in to having it at our fingertips all the time. Thank you for this video- it has been so helpful! Go you!

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Ha yea, I like to call myself a "tech hippy" because it's all about finding the right balance. My iPad and iMac can still be addictive, but they don't fit in my pocket, so it's a much less intrusive kind of distraction. Do a little experimenting, and you'll find the perfect mix! (:

Thank you for sharing! Your have the best review of this phone yet. Your video style is calming and enjoyable to watch, yet provides valuable information in simplistic and enjoyable way! Congratulations for making the switch! I have realized how connected I have been to my iphone and am considering making the change!

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Rachel! Still enjoying the digital peace and quiet almost six months later. Plus, they literally just added the GPS feature, which is super helpful.

I’ve been struggling with the same problem. I’m stuck with an iPhone for work that’s issued by my employer. However, I just switched my personal line to a Kyocera flip phone. I can make calls or texts, and I have a camera that I can use to document important moments. I never look at my phone anymore, and I actually focus on the things that matter! I never realized just how addicted I was to my device.

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Damn...that thing does look rugged, Tim! It's pretty incredible how fast you can get un-addicted when you remove things from your environment instead of trying to resist them. Glad you got more focus out of the deal. Cheers!

@janejia6071

3 жыл бұрын

@@AndrewFolts Hi, this is Jane from fiercewolf, we release one new sports bottle, could you help me to test it? If so, pls let me know how to contact you, thank you in advance.

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

@@janejia6071 No thanks, Jane. I don't do paid or sponsored reviews, but thank you for reaching out! Have a great day! (:

@janejia6071

3 жыл бұрын

@@AndrewFolts We can only offer free sample and respect your honest review, then are you interested in testing it?

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

@@janejia6071 No, but I appreciate you asking. (:

Great content. Started watching your channel for the barefoot running videos, and shared playlist with multiple friends. Today I’m subscribing because of your transparency and honesty about your personal life. Enjoyed it! Praying that your channel blows up! Keep up the good work!

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Brandon! Channel's blowing up in slow motion. (:

I'm so glad you said that thing about multi functionality! When I use my laptop really hard for a few days, I want to stick it under my bed and use one device per task, even if that means i'm carrying 5x more things. it just makes me feel more mentally at peace.

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Yea, multi-functional devices create multifunctional thinking, which makes it hard to focus. Technically the Light Phone can do multiple things, but it's relatively slow and only shows black and white, so it's inconvenient enough to keep me focused on one thing, ha!

Thank you for posting this. I've been looking at and dreaming of a Light Phone since the Light Phone 1. Intentionality is a big thing in my life. I want to do all I can to focus on what's in front of me... family, etc. Also, as an Orthodox Christian I am constantly looking for ways to declutter and detach from "the world." (Which may actually mostly be Google alone anymore. haha) Of course with things like this I get guidance from my Spiritual Father but, while last Spring he pastored me to wait a while, a few weeks ago he gave me his blessing and I finally ordered mine! It may ship this week!

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

That's great! Six months later, and the LP is still a great decision for me. Don't plan on every owning a smartphone again-they're just too distracting. Cheers to living intentionally!

Thanks for being real about the struggle and informative about the product. I just bought the phone and wanted to find a review that gave me some purchase affirmation--you delivered, haha.

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Yea, there's no perfect solution for phone addiction, but I've really enjoyed it and appreciated all the time I'm not using it and thinking about it, ha. Have fun with yours! (:

Awesome video bro. I too have been disenchanted lately with all the technology in my world yet have struggled no matter what limitations I’ve put in place. I’m going to take look into more minimalist products. Keep it up! Super engaging video, I can see your channel really growing

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Isaac! Yea, the LP has been a great decision. I'm now thinking about ditching my iPad too and switching to painting my comics. Enjoy the journey!

Just wanted to leave a comment to say that you convinced me! I bought a used light phone right after watching your video! Thank you! 🙏

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Hey, Mae! Glad the video helped. They're coming out with the GPS feature soon, so it's a good time to try it out. Have fun! (:

Blessed. Thank you! Just heard about this device and thank you for your perspective. Great video!

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Christian. Still having fun with the LP five months later. Cheers!

Absolutely incredible content on the light phone, the best I've seen so far. Thank you!

@AndrewFolts

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Steven. Had a fun time making it, glad you enjoyed it too!

I have always had so much trouble managing my time and I have always felt like a failure for not being able to do it but these two lines you said just put it all in perspective. "You can't place limits on a limitless device" and the other not exactly verbatim "Having a world of distractions in our pocket requires so much discipline that it's a waste of energy" It's sort of like a fight we cant win or that's just really hard to win. We shouldn't blame ourselves for it, there are other methods.

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Gabriela! Yea, that's true. Even if you have the willpower to resist technology, that still takes a ton of energy, so why not save that energy for making art or meeting new people (or whatever). It's pretty much impossible to live with no devices, but fewer devices definitely helps!

Thanks Andrew, I'm going to try and pick this up. This video was awesome man!

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Curtis! Glad have fun with the LP. Still enjoying mine six months later!

This was incredibly helpful, thank you for sharing this thoughtful review!

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

No problem. Thanks for stopping by, Ellen! (:

Thank you! One of the best reviews, this was very helpful!

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it. Thanks for stopping by, Paola!

I've had my light phone for a few months and it's been a great lifestyle and quality of life upgrade! now I'm noticing I'm a bit addicted to my computer lol

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Ha, yea. Unless you go full caveman, there’s no way to 100% avoid internet addiction. But on the bright side, at least your computer can’t fit in your pocket! (:

😬 just realized how hard I was clutching my samsung while watching this. I may have to give this a try, even if just for my days off work. Thanks for sharing!

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Yea, I started to panic when I took the SIM card out of my iPhone. But the good news is, it only took a few days for me to completely forget about my iPhone. Also, the Light Phone 2 seems to sell pretty well on eBay, so you could always buy a used one and sell it if you didn't like it.

@Justine338

3 жыл бұрын

@@AndrewFolts I will check them out on ebay, thanks for the tip! After seeing this video I went a day without my my phone and only had my smartwatch. I felt amazing and like I was able to think so much clearly without the constant distraction. Do you see yourself cutting out any other tech?

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

@@Justine338 There's really no other tech I can cut out because I use my iMac for work and my iPad for illustrating my videos. So, it's a matter of doing the inner work of maintaining boundaries-keeping all notifications off, not wasting time on social media, etc.

@danteerskine7678

2 жыл бұрын

@@Justine338 it's not that hard, sweetheart. I've been using feature phones with 2g and 3g connectivity since 2006 and in 2021, I still use them. In 2006, there was no such thing as google play store and app store, therefore the essentials for me was there like the headphone jack and the micro SD card slot. But since 2g phones had become irrelevant for the majority of smartphones users, I use them now as a primary mp3 device, Thanks tro their micro SD slot. The problem with people these days is that they're to addicted to social media at a point that they don't even sleep just to see how much likes they got on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok. Smartphones are great devices but the people who buy them are plain stupid because they can't control their addiction Even myself, I've been called out as someone who's weird by my friends because I use keypad phones and I don't install social media on my smartphones

@gingerowens5410

2 жыл бұрын

Right, my idea was that... I want the option, but I would probably just opt for this on hikes, vacays, etc. (places I need to be more present) if I could afford both the light phone 2 AND a camera. LOL Alas, I have an iPad, but it's much too bulky to use as a camera IMO.

Great video! Thank you for this. Considering a Light Phone myself

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Still enjoying it six months later. Use it very little, but that's the whole point! (:

Yay, I just bought mine and I can't wait for it to come in the mail!

@AndrewFolts

5 ай бұрын

Good bye smartphone addiction, hello analog freedom. (:

In the first minute I legit thought you were some KZreadr with more than a million subscribers, turns out you aren't. You did a really good job in terms of production quality. Keep up the good work 👍

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Ha, much appreciated! It's always fun to look back at your old stuff and think: "Woah, I really have come a long ways!"

Great review! Mine's coming next week! I'm so excited!

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, Gena! Happy for you! (:

Dude you are my favorite KZreadr now. I watched your barefoot running videos and LOVED them. And now you make a video about what I consider my biggest problem to be. Thanks! Hahaha

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Ha, thanks Bennett! Yea...social media and internet were big problems for me too, but getting rid of my iPhone helped a lot, and it's nice to have a phone that's just a phone (with a few minimal extras).

this is a great phone. thank you for making it :) you gave me the courage to set aside my smartphone and enjoy my offline life more

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Heck yea! Almost a year later I'm still enjoying my LP. Probably one of the best decisions I've ever made. Enjoy!

I ordered mine last week. Can’t wait to start my detox and new life away from meaningless distraction. Thanks!

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Let the living begin! (:

@blala585

2 жыл бұрын

How is it going?

omg i relate to your process of trying to limit your smartphone use SO MUCH. thanks

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Ha, the struggle is real.

Honestly just watching the whole video because your voice is so pleasant

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! One can make a lot of progress in a year of practice. (:

This was my favorite review by far of the Light Phone. I really love the idea of being intentional with my devices, but I can't justify the price right now. I dug around and found an old iPhone 5s in a drawer, gonna replace the cracked screen and half-dead battery and just delete all the apps I don't want to waste time on. I just moved to a new city so having a robust map is really important for me. Curious if it will have a similar effect of using a Light Phone, seeing how it's going to be more about self-control 😅

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Sweet! Yea, it's fun to run experiments and see what happens. The Light Phone price seems to go up and down. It's like $250 on eBay right now, but I've seen it go down as cheap as $125, so worth checking if you come back to wanting one. Worth noting, they added a GPS feature this year, and it works really well.

@Chrisjonpage

2 жыл бұрын

@@AndrewFolts Oooh Good advice! Ill keep an eye out for some deals 👀

Love this video. Been debating with myself since September on whether or not I should get the light phone... you did a great job at convincing me!

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Ha, I convinced myself too! Seems to be selling pretty well on eBay, so probably a low risk buy. Hope you have fun with it!

I was hesitant to buy it before, but now I decide to buy it！ From Taiwan thank for the video :)

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, Liu! Enjoy! (:

For such a calm dude I was shocked to hear Bulls on Parade come out of that phone (Great content btw, hope your channel grows)

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Ha, thank you! Don't be fooled by my chill exterior. (:

I hope something makes up for the book and sending you good vibes and thanks for the video!

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

I sold some copies this fall once I changed the layout to four comics per page (bringing the price down from $130 to $50), which is what I should have done in the first place! (:

Nice video, keep it up. I myself am a digital minimalist and really would like to get a light phone 2 but sadly I don't have the money to get it but felt nice after watching you give a positive feed about the same.

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Samanyu! You could check eBay once in a while. You might be able to get one for around $200. Also if you happen to have a smartphone and sold it, you might actually make some money going with the Light Phone. Cheers!

@samanyusethi

3 жыл бұрын

@@AndrewFolts thanks for the advice but sadly I don't have any spare money to spend on the light phone, so I just keep trying to optimize or make my iPhone as distraction-free as possible. Looking forward to more videos from your side on such topics.

I am actually feeling the same like you described in the beginning, so now i decided to buy the Nokia 8000 4G (thought about the flip version but then i decided against it) and i am still waiting for it to arrive so i watch this kind of videos all the time and see what are the results for other people. Thanks for the Video it realy helped me!

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Sweet, glad the video helped! I've been using my LP for six months now, and it's been great. No plans to ever own an smartphone again.

♥️ i’m excited to get my light phone 2👏🏽 thank you! ✌🏽

@AndrewFolts

15 күн бұрын

Ooh, yay! Getting the LP was one of the best decisions of my life. I felt such a huge weight come off me. Enjoy! (:

Great review. I feel similar about using a Linux phone: it's still somewhat slow, less apps with distractions popping up, using it less than I did my Android. But for me that is the point: healthier habits... while the Lightphone does this on a greater level with more intention to this result.

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Yea, the slowness is a feature, not a bug. It's frustrating at first, but then super relaxing when you get used to it. Cheers to slow tech! (:

LOVE this. Thank you.

@AndrewFolts

Жыл бұрын

Appreciate you dropping by, Rob! (:

Enjoyed the video. My iPhone is old, old, old - 5s and needs replacing. Originally thought the SE would be better for me; I'm almost 70, retired, don't need all the bells and whistles. Now I'm not so sure after researching a bit on line and seeing so many "dumb" phones as I've heard them called. I had not heard of the Light phone, not sure it would work for me. A company called Sunbeam makes some I liked but also wondered if maybe just a Trac phone would be ok. Have to consider our fixed incomes too. Anyway, thank you for for the information given and good luck with your endeavors.

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

The main reason I went with the Light Phone is for the e ink, because I do so much work on blue light screens (bad for the eyes). If you don't, then a basic dumbphone would be just fine.

One of the best reviews I’ve seen so far…and I’ve watched a lot! I love your illustrations peppered throughout. I just ordered the LP2 and am letting friends know about it. Excited for a lifestyle shift!

@AndrewFolts

Жыл бұрын

"peppered" Ha, thank you! LP2 is still my only phone a year and a half later, so I hope you love it too. Enjoy the calm. (:

@cristineb8702

Жыл бұрын

Yay! This is exciting to hear 😁 Thanks, Andrew!

@cristineb8702

Жыл бұрын

Yay! This is exciting to hear 😁 Thanks, Andrew!

@cristineb8702

Жыл бұрын

Yay! This is exciting to hear 😁 Thanks, Andrew!

@cristineb8702

Жыл бұрын

Yay! This is exciting to hear 😁 Thanks, Andrew!

Thanks for this review!! Very helpful.

@AndrewFolts

Жыл бұрын

No problem. Just trying to spread some lofi joy. (:

Aw I loved this review, thanks for making it! I was especially tickled to immediately hear that you're a comics maker (so am I). I'm trying to come up with a go-around to use the Light Phone while keeping my old iPhone 6S powered off and in a pouch, for use as a camera and for tiny emergencies like using the Lyft or ParkMobile apps (which would make the Light Phone's hotspot capability invaluable). Of course, I'm looking at reviews for the Light Phone instead of drawing, which might as well be the same thing as zoning out on Instagram. ;) But hey, this is useful for my future. I hope it's continued to keep you off the doomscrolling! (And damn, the quality of this video!! It's great!! Love the little animations you added!)

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Danielle! Yea, there's no perfect device-would be cool if you could somehow have an iPhone with an e ink screen, but also a digital viewfinder for taking pictures. They just added GPS, which is cool. Doomscrolling can never fully be killed, but at least with no iPhone, it can't follow me out into nature, etc! I started browsing thru your Studio Tour video. I need to watch the whole thing. I feel like I'm going to pick up some handy art hacks. (:

I have been watching a TON of videos just like this on KZread for the past few weeks considering ditching my iPhone for one of these little guys, and I've made the decision that once I save enough money I'm gonna get one

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Sweet! It's given me so much time and attention back. My favorite part is just picking it up and using it for one thing, instead of getting distracted by a million apps. (:

Just made the leap! Thanks for the great review! :)

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Yay! They're dropping the GPS feature soon, so a great time to try it out. Have fun! (:

Thanks! I needed that!

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, cheers!

Thank you for this video. About to make the transition myself.

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Nice! Almost a year later and still loving mine. Plus there's GPS now and I hear a Notes tool is coming.

Ha! If I hadn't been scrolling I wouldn't have found you and so glad I did. A voice of sanity in a mad world 😬. I'm off to look for my old dumb phone to give it a try 🤩 x

@AndrewFolts

Жыл бұрын

Ha, yea...kind of meta, isn't it? Have fun!

Excellent video assessment. Thank you.

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Julie. Appreciate you stopping by!

I really enjoyed this video. The pace, the concision, the illustrations/handwritten layers, and the funny examples (like when you played the fire animation on the iPhone) were great. I've recently been frustrated with my iPhone and social media/text/internet use (I have an iPhone SE 2020). The light phone is a bit out of my budget so I looked for dumb phone alternatives on PCMag and settled on the Nokia 6300-I use Maps a lot, which is a weakness of the Light Phone, but apparently a strength of the Nokia 6300 even though the OS is slow at everything else. I like taking pictures but I find that it can distract me from the moment sometimes so I'm thinking about buying a pocket digital camera as well-like you said, I am learning to appreciate devices that do just one thing. My Nokia 6300 is arriving this Sunday. I'm excited and will post an update of what I think in a month or so!

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

That's great, Montana! There are lots of perfectly fine minimal phones, I just chose the Light Phone because I work so much with screens and need every break from blue light I can get. As pocket cameras go, I absolutely loved the Osmo Pocket. GoPro's and the ZV-1 are probably fun too. Either way, glad you're enjoying the zen of "one." (:

@marithevanderaa5377

2 жыл бұрын

@@AndrewFolts I hear the Osmo pocket needs a smartphone or smart device to be activated; is that just a one off thing? Or do you need to activate it more regularly? Thanks!

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

@@marithevanderaa5377 It's a one-time thing. There are some advanced features you can use with a phone connected, but I never bothered.

Love the video and your soothing voice!

@AndrewFolts

Жыл бұрын

Ha, thanks, Laura! It's the LP chilling me out. (:

What I love about concepts like the Lightphone, is that it’s not about going off grid, as you still have access to the world on a laptop….. but it gives your brain a rest when you’re not sat at your desk. I’m old enough to remember the days before mobile phones and the internet. When I went into town with just some cash for a payphone to phone home to get a lift back. When you’re out…you’re OUT! 😊

@AndrewFolts

Жыл бұрын

Yea, so true. Feels like these days even when you're "out" you're still "in" somehow. The LP is a nice break from that. (:

Bruhhhh I watch your channel for barefoot shoes and get a minimalist phone video too! Cool! I saw this and was shocked because not only did I go barefoot largely thanks to you, but I also looked into the light phone extensively, so seeing you talk about many of my diverse interests is amazing! Coincidence? Probably common personalities. Crazy :)

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Ha, yea! Occasionally the KZread algorithm actually does some good. Also, minimalism tends to bring people together around the same stuff.

@maike2356

3 жыл бұрын

@@AndrewFolts Yes, that's true. I'm going from barefoot shoes to Japanese futon to buckwheat pillow to travelers notebook to.. maybe a light phone too? :) it all makes the same sort of sense.

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

@@maike2356 "The same sort of sense." Dropping poetry in the comments! I also have a 3" wool futon and a hemp hull pillow, so minimalist minds think alike, ha.

@maike2356

3 жыл бұрын

@@AndrewFolts Tonight when I'm punching my pillow into shape I'll be thinking of you :')

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

​@@maike2356 Ha! I'm picturing the Rocky theme song, but in the style of Hush a Bye Baby.

Great quality video, I felt engaged with the video the whole time. 😊

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Adrian. As always, I wasn't sure it was any good when I posted it, but then I sat there and accidentally watched the whole thing, so I had the same experience as you, ha!

Great video Andrew!

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, Rigo! (:

Great video Andrew!!!! I am happy to hear you found things to work for you with the Light Phone. I know its probably hard to switch full time to it especially as a video creator/creative. I am happy to hear another creator who has given this a try and decided to publish a review :). Btw if you want to come on the podcast (The Dumbphone show) and talk about your experience about it :) Let me know :D

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jose! Turned out to be pretty easy, but to be fair, my iPad covers most of the same features. Happy to come on the pod. Actually, your videos were what originally convinced me to get the Light Phone. Feel free to reach out thru the contact form on my site: fthelines.com.

@JoseBriones

3 жыл бұрын

@@AndrewFolts Will do. I’ll be sending an email soon :) Also, glad I was able to help :D

Great video! Been looking into the dumb phone space (aka light phone market) been trying to work on discipline. Sooo I've been using focus mode with just essential settings (phone, text, music, Bluetooth). It's been going well. Trying to extend the hours I leave it on everyday!

@AndrewFolts

Жыл бұрын

Yea, there's lots of little tricks that can help. For a while I was putting my phone in a combo lock box. It was like phone jail, ha!

@gabe_irl

Жыл бұрын

@@AndrewFolts sometimes just gotta do what works for you 😃

Awesome video! I'm glad you kept on doing videos!! :)

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Me too! (:

Can’t say I’d ever switch, but you make some interesting points.

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Ha, yea. iPhones are convenient, for sure. It just depends on how big of a problem you have and what your priorities are in life.

I’m doing it. Your video was the tipping point. I’m jumping all in & selling my apple watch to buy this light phone. Let’s goooooo:)

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Yaaaas!! Enjoy all that distraction-free space. (:

Before cell phones people did just fine. Smart phones are convent. The only mod you have to make is you have to go to a computer periodically to do some of the same things and get a GPS map device of some kind. VERY good review of the light phone you talked about more than most reviews.

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

"Before cell phones" Yea, that's true for a lot of technology. Also, they were supposed to come out with a GPS feature this month, but I guess they're having some problems.

Fantastic review! Thorough, informative, and well edited. I’m super close to ordering this thing but I have a question: can I use AirPods with it? Not a deal breaker but definitely something I want to know going in. Perhaps I’ll join the ranks soon, God bless!

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Yea, I'd assume so, since I can use it with my Bluetooth speaker. Six months later and still enjoying it, so definitely a good purchase. Enjoy! (:

Omg this channel is so good. Nice work man.

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Sonia. Appreciate you stopping by!

And now this video makes up until 73k views. Congratz on many levels 😁

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Totally did not expect it, but it was the most fun to film, so I'm glad everyone's enjoying it too. (:

Thanks for the great video! I feel like the things I would miss the most is the camera. Are you someone who didn’t take a lot of pictures before so you don’t miss it, or do you just bring an actual camera with you when you’re going to an event that you anticipate wanting to preserve?

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Dave. Yea, I just bring DLSR camera with me. The quality is better anyway. Highsense does make some e ink smartphones with cameras, though. Take a look at the A7C. Good E-Reader is a good channel for content on this.

Great video, thanks!

@AndrewFolts

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for dropping by, Kevin. Cheers!

You answered all of my questions… buying now thanks

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Right on! Six months later I'm still enjoying mine, plus it has GPS now. Enjoy!

Thank you! This is great. I am very interested in this phone. I have cancelled my social media for a couple years but am now looking at Pintrest- which essentially sells me products at this point. Sometimes I try to trick the algorithm, hahahahahaha. I'll be looking into this. I also appreciate your barefoot shoe videos- it's been a year now and I can't go back. My hope is to get mountain bike shoes, ski boots, snowboard boots etc in a foot friendly shape but....I haven't seen it yet. Cheers Andrew!

@AndrewFolts

8 ай бұрын

The algorithm is very devious, indeed. Good on you to try and foil it's evil plans, ha. And props to diving into barefoot shoes!

Andrew Dude you're the best, Thanks for the Video

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Rohith! (:

Awesome video. Thanks a lot for the content!!

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it. Thanks for stopping by, Matthew!

Wow! That was a well thought out and engaging video with great visual content! You’ve really upped your game on this one. Kind of curious what your next video will be about and how you’l present it. :)

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jim! Really appreciate that. Next video topic is top secret, so you'll have to wait and see, but that's part of the fun! (:

Great video man, I've watched it a couple times now and am definitely considering the swap. Keep up the sick work 👍 Top wishes from Tasmania.

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jack! Have fun with the LP if you end up getting one! (:

this is such a well made video it deserves so many more views!

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Ava! "If you build it, they will view." (:

I’ve dumbed down my iPhone once before and used screen time with a random passcode to make it harder to want to download apps. It worked pretty good and my screen time reduced dramatically. I felt more clarity of mind and happier

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Sweet! Yea, there are lots of little hacks that can make a big difference. How's the random passcode work? Do you just set a random number, then unlock it with a computer or something?

@Boobtubeus

2 жыл бұрын

@Andrew Folts I actually had my wife set a random passcode but that can always be overridden with iCloud password if you really wanted to. Just added one more step to encourage me not to download apps

As I watched the video shoespiracy I realized that our cultural errors go far beyond wrapping our feet in constricting shoes. In our culture WE WRAP UP OUR BRAINS WITH SMART DEVICES Ok this was not a new revelation for me, but the parallel between the two is so nearly perfect that it felt like a revelation. One of my all time favorite You-tubers is Bjørn Andreas Bull-Hansen. He puts out videos day after day after day. Most of them are out un the Norwegian woods. HE DOES NOT OWN A SMARTPHONE. Not many years ago, he did. So what he did regarding his smart device...converting to a flip phone just for calls, was pretty much like switching to minimal shoes, but it was for his brain, his mental health.

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Yea, I think when you strip various parts of your life down to what actually matters, you do start to see similarities. The common denominator is always YOU. Your body, your mind. Self-reliance. Dude looks interesting. I subscribed and I'll check out some of his videos later.

8:05 this convinced me to buy it, well explained

@AndrewFolts

Жыл бұрын

Ha, yea, "less is more" is a weird selling point, but it's true. (:

I agree with you 100% I finally bit the bullet and ordered a light phone. I was going back and fourth between a flip phone but I really wanted the eink screen, liked that it had a Hotspot and was small, still looked like a smart phone but isn't. Idk. People may think it's crazy spending so much, but getting my life back is priceless. You can't put a cost on that. I'll take my poloroid camera around. Besides, with the way things are going with big tech companies and control, I'll step back 🤣

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Yea, I mean you'll still have a computer, presumedly, which is more than enough distraction for one human being to handle, ha! I love Polaroid's. My dad uses old black and white large format camera, and there's something cool about transforming a negative into a tangible print.

@danteerskine7678

2 жыл бұрын

@@AndrewFolts My 10 fav Android budget phone features on my Oppo a53, Nokia G10, Samsung Galaxy a12, and Redmi 9 prime. 1. No social media either since I still use 2g devices like the Nokia 210 and my old Motorola RAZR v3x ( a Hassle free experience) 2. IPS LCD screen ( no eye strain) 3. USB type C (for OTG purpose) 4. 4g ( for hotspot and fast internet connection) 5.5000 mAh battery 6. Entry level processors like the Helio G80 and Snapdragon 460 which contribute to a long lasting 3full days batteries on moderate use. 7.normal 60 Hz refresh rate (no one really cared about refresh rate when the Galaxy S3 and iPhone were engaged in a fierce battle, I still do not care about refresh rate) 8. Bluetooth 5 for flawless music streaming on my Logitech z337 2.1 subwoofer system.however my Nokia 210 isn't a smartphone, so I use wired earphones with it 9. Micro SD card slot, all my smartphones and feature phones have a dedicated slot for that. 10. 720p display, if I would need a 4k display, I will buy a Tv instead, therefore 720 p displays don't go hard on the battery So you could see by yourself that I don't own any iPhone because I'm not even interested in fancy features like wireless charging. I use the typical wired type C cables and older 5 watts power bricks with my phones. Concerning social media, I didn't use any social media when I bought my Redmi note 3 back in 2016, same for my LG Optimus l5 back in 2012. I still didn't give a rat ass.

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

@@danteerskine7678 Yea, most people have more features than they know what to do with. Simple is all you need.

@danteerskine7678

2 жыл бұрын

@@AndrewFolts both my LG Optimus l5 and Redmi note 3 are old now, when I bought them, they didn't come with face unlock, however the Redmi note 3 had a rear mounted fingerprint and a non removable battery. Face unlock, is more of a miss than a hit, unreliable compared to a flimsy 4 digits Pin code. For the regular user that is not into gaming or social media, a phone with a 5000 even 6000 mAh battery is welcome. After all, a phone wasn't meant to be a gaming device

live in Seattle. On a bike ride through a couple of neighborhoods recently, I took an informal survey. How many people did I notice looking down at a screen? People crossing the street. People walking their dog or child in a stroller... Out of about a dozen people, I saw one who was just..walking! Head up. Looking at the day. I remember wishing I could know what each person was DOING on their phone. And I remember thinking how much of life they were failing to experience: The light sifting through the foliage Peoples' gardens and yard design. Bird song. The fragrance of jasmine and honeysuckle that was perfuming the air ! Soon, the season will have passed by and chances to record it in moments will be have been lost. Wordsworth said, " The world is too much with us...getting and spending, we lay waste our powers" Has there ever been a time when we were so very distracted?

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

The phones...the earbuds...and now everyone's zipping around on motorized bikes. I joked in my barefoot running video that we're becoming like those people in Wall-E who float around in recliner chairs, but it's becoming more and more a reality every day. Some people are still present, thank god. (:

Hello !! I'm looking forward to getting the Light Phone ----- frozen turkey blocker for blocking applications, websites has been perfect for my windows laptop Frozen Turkey Blocker (for laptop) + The Light Phone seem like the perfect combo to get my day to day life back

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Sounds legit. You gotta have a lot of anti-distraction weapons in your arsenal to survive these days. (:

I love the content. Currently I’m in a job that I require the tech. It also demands hours of sitting in a car, or just standing. I’m hitting a point in life where I would love to just cast it all away, but I have a family that I need to support. I don’t seem to be creative enough to find employment that would be equivalent. I guess I could say I feel trapped, and want to be a better husband, father, and healthier person.

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Jacob! I feel you. I felt trapped while I was working as a copywriter at an agency and even as a freelancer. I'm going to be making videos in the future about creative entrepreneurship, but I will say that if you have any knowledge to share, KZread is an amazing way to cash in on it. If you have half an hour every day, you can produce an educational video once a month, and eventually transition to YouTubing full-time or part-time when you get monetized. Hang in there!

@jgjg3848

2 жыл бұрын

Download podcasts that are actually beneficial for your life while you're sitting or standing around. Then, you can listen to something good for you instead of mindlessly scrolling social media.

best review I have found!

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

It was a fun one. Glad you enjoyed it too!

Looking forward to your review and real measurements of EMF emission by using Safe and Sound Pro II or Gigahertz Solutions meters. Thank you for your reviews. I would be ok compromising voice quality over low EMFs.

@AndrewFolts

Жыл бұрын

Don't own an EMF meter unfortunately. You could contact Light Phone, though. They're super responsive and transparent, in my experience.

great video, thank you!!

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Iyan! (:

Wow thank you

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for dropping by!

Love your videos!

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, Ángel! (:

Great video! Keep doing what your doing!

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Will do. Thanks for watching, Graham! (:

The only thing that is holding me back in Spotify. I'm a musician and I listen to music all day. When they get a Spotify tool, I'm all in. I've actually taken a step in the minimalist direction by replacing the battery in my old iPhone SE (2016) which only has 16GB, so you can't do anything. But spotify works.

@AndrewFolts

7 ай бұрын

Yea, that's my #1 feature request too. But for now you could look at the Boox Palma, which has full Google Play access, including Spotify. Obviously, more apps equals more potential distraction, but it's B&W and e ink, so it's much less so that an LED phone. No cellular tho, FYI. bit.ly/48UsJ12

Great review! Well done!

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Appreciate you dropping by. (:

Thoes smart phones are addictive and we do waste a lot of time using them. I'm watching you now on my smart phone and it's always a pleasure, and never a waste of time getting a new video from Andrew. Good to see you're getting some Earth grounding outside too. ☎️ 👣

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

That's priority #1 for me...don't waste people's time, ha! I've been running full barefoot a lot lately, and it's been great. The reactions you get from people seeing someone cruising along barefoot on pavement and concrete are priceless. Kids especially. "Mom, look at that hippy man!!"

@rubencohen2936

3 жыл бұрын

@@AndrewFolts Going barefoot and wearing barefoot shoes sometimes gets people's attention. I don't know how 6' 2" Caitlyn Jenner wears thoes high-heeled pumps on her feet. They have to hurt ! 👠

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

@@rubencohen2936 Yikes...high heels are literally my worst nightmare.

Thanks Andrew, I think I will make this decision too. I would love to make a video with you one day.

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

I've been having lots of fun without my iPhone. Can't see myself ever going back. I'll look out for your video. (:

Just watched this. U are Awesome !

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Niet. Glad you liked it! (:

"No, I am the one who knocks" 😂 I'm saying that next time I get a spam call!

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Ha! I totally should have done that when I still had the RoboKiller app. You can record messages to fake out telemarketers, and that would have been perfect!

Hey Andrew, love your content.... its making me switch over to as much e-ink as possible (also switched over to barefoot shoes about 3 years ago, so its fun to relate to so much you make) 😂 Lightphone question! I bought one used last year but found the battery to die so fast, like would not even last me through the day like my iphone would. I wondered maybe if it was because I bought used and that the battery had drained. Wondering if I should try again haha, but wanted to ask you how long you get your battery to last? Right now I'm using a nokia 6300 and will last me 2-3 days.

@AndrewFolts

10 ай бұрын

I'd say my LP lasts about 2-3 days, so it could be that the battery was worn down on yours, but in general the battery is def the worst part about it, given that my Kindle lasts two weeks.

iPhone -> MyPhone -> Light Phone -> No Phone! = PEACE! - Great video! You inspire all of us that would LOVE to cut the wireless cord of our toxic devices. Thanks for the encouragement!

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Honestly...the Light Phone is kind of like having no phone, ha! I literally use it about 5 minutes per day, if that.

Sold, I'm definitely switching to a light phone now.

@AndrewFolts

2 жыл бұрын

Has GPS now, which makes it even better. Enjoy your freedom! (:

@DanaKrystle

2 жыл бұрын

@@AndrewFolts perfect 🥲✨

Mine ships in October. So excited. Do you feel like the case is necessary?

@AndrewFolts

3 жыл бұрын

Sweet, excited for you! I've gotten a lot of peace and quiet the past few months thanks to my LP.