I want to agree with you without exception, but there are too many variables. People who live in large cities vs rural may have different needs. Think public transport, event venues, digital tickets, etc.
Where I live, no, I don’t “need” a smartphone. Unfortunately due to organizational involvements, I still need to use one daily.
No, they actually aren’t essential at all. You can EASILY get by day to day without a phone/touchscreen.
I want to agree with you without exception, but there are too many variables. People who live in large cities vs rural may have different needs. Think public transport, event venues, digital tickets, etc.
Where I live, no, I don’t “need” a smartphone. Unfortunately due to organizational involvements, I still need to use one daily.