About DumbPhones4SmartPeople
Let Me Tell You a Story That Might Sound Familiar...
There was once a young man born in the '90s. As a kid, he spent his time outdoors—playing sports, riding bikes with friends, exploring the forest, and letting his imagination run wild with his younger siblings, turning sticks into swords.
Then something changed. Technology evolved. He got a PlayStation, and thanks to his introverted tendencies, he was more than happy spending hours alone, gaming.
As he got older, phones became smart, and social media took over. Before he knew it, he was consumed. As an adult, he’d spend 8 hours a day at work, only to come home and waste his precious free time scrolling through algorithm-driven apps designed to keep him addicted.
That guy is me. Literally. But let’s be honest—that guy might also be you.
When I calculated what my modest 2.5-hour daily screen time would add up to—over 6 years and 3 months spent staring at a phone across the next 60 years—I was terrified.
And for people spending 5, 7, or even 9 hours a day on their phones? I don’t even want to do the math.
The Dumbphone Solution
That guy—the one looking for an answer—is also me. And probably you.
I discovered the r/dumbphones thread on Reddit, and I went deep down the rabbit hole. I spent so much time researching the perfect digital detox device. I needed Google Maps and WhatsApp, because I wanted my dumbphone to be my daily driver—I couldn’t just grab any old Nokia.
That’s when I found the Cat S22 Flip.
With a full Android 11 Go OS, it lets me download all my essential apps—but wow, is it inconvenient. It’s bulky. You can’t see notifications easily. It’s not fun to use.
And that’s exactly the point.
The Result?
Incredible.
I didn’t even bother checking my screen time because I simply didn’t use the phone unless I needed it. I slept better. I had zero urge to reach for my phone at night. I started reading again (imagine that). I became present.
In social gatherings, while everyone else reached for their smartphones, I just sat there. And after the initial discomfort? It felt amazing.
I felt powerful. In control of myself.
Why I Started This Store
I wanted to help others—especially people in England, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and across Europe—get access to this brilliant “smart-ish” dumbphone.
Our phones are “like new”, meaning they’re in excellent condition, returned within 30 days of purchase, and still come in their original packaging.
If you’re serious about reducing screen time, regaining focus, and reclaiming your life…
You should buy one.