By the way, have you ever thought about how many things quietly vanished from our lives not because something better came along, but simply because the hype died down or just mysteriously?
Remember those sneakers with wheels or light-up sneakers? When was the last time you heard the word “ringtone”? How many of you are still charging AA batteries? When did you last download an mp3? When was the last time you bought a watch — any kind except smart watches? I’ve also realized that I hardly ever add any contacts to my phonebook anymore, and honestly,
the concept of a “landline” has almost disappeared in the USA — you either call a mobile, use a messenger, or it’s a call center.
For the past 8 years at least, I almost never carry cash. I probably hold a ballpoint pen in my hands slightly more often than cash — probably just a few times a year.
It’s clear that this is very individual and location-dependent.
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