LoFone is the antidote to smartphone addiction
LoFone is a new mobile device aimed at reducing smartphone addiction by offering essential functions, a color E Ink display, and practical features while excluding distracting apps like social media.
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LoFone is a new mobile device designed to combat smartphone addiction by focusing on essential functions while eliminating distractions. It offers basic features such as calls, texts, messaging, payments, music, podcasts, and navigation, but intentionally lacks a web browser, news, or social media apps. The device features a unique color E Ink display that is easy on the eyes, promotes better sleep, and boasts impressive battery life. Additionally, LoFone includes a point-and-shoot camera without a live preview, encouraging spontaneous photography. It also has a torch, a headphone socket, and a customizable action button, making it practical for everyday use. The device is designed to be safe for all ages and emphasizes not demanding excessive time from users. Interested individuals can join a waiting list for updates on the launch.
- LoFone focuses on essential mobile functions to reduce smartphone addiction.
- It features a color E Ink display for better eye comfort and battery life.
- The device lacks distracting apps like web browsers and social media.
- It includes practical features such as a camera, torch, and customizable button.
- LoFone is designed to be safe for users of all ages.
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4 commentsBut, one feature I feel would keep me away is support for MFA OTP, like Microsoft authenticator. Any idea on whether that would be available at launch?
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