Addicted to your phone? A realistic guide to digital detoxing
2 August 2023
By Fashion Quarterly
We can’t live without them, so how do we find balance between staying connected and leading a balanced lifestyle?
Relying on our devices to make it through the day is a symptom of the society we currently live in. Capturing our basic needs such as telling the time or using the calculator through to advanced capabilities which can tell us our precise location, how many steps we’ve walked that day, and what the weather forecast is, we depend on our devices more than we care to admit.
We can’t live without them, so how do we find balance between staying connected and leading a balanced lifestyle? Enter the OPPO Find N2 Flip phone, a technological tonic designed to help users strike that elusive equilibrium between digital convenience and mindful living.
Whether your objective is to be more productive in your work, allocate more time to pursue hobbies or be more engaged with friends and family, a digital detox begins with understanding your current behaviours and gaining clarity on where your time (and attention) is going. Below we unpack some healthy ways to digitally detox and why there’s no time like the present.
Why we need to digital detox
Besides the harrowing weekly notification of our screentime, constant exposure to digital devices and online platforms can contribute to feelings of stress, anxiety, and information overload. Taking a break from digital screens can help reduce these negative effects and promote a sense of calm and relaxation. Not to mention it allows you to be more present in daily life, deepens your connections, it can improve your sleep, and steers you away from risks associated with a sedentary lifestyle.
Technology avoidance isn’t the answer
We may not be able to ditch our devices completely but we can control how much control they have over us. The OPPO Find N2 Flip has a feature called ‘Digital Wellbeing and parental controls’ which provides you with a breakdown of how your screentime is split between applications, how many times you’ve unlocked your phone, how many notifications you’ve received and more. This knowledge empowers you to toggle on various ways to disconnect or reduce interruptions including activating Bedtime mode, Focus mode, and setting timers for your apps, giving you something you can tangibly monitor and reduce.
Benefits from reducing our technology use
Unlike smartphones with app stores filled with endless distractions, the Oppo Find N2 Flip Phone offers a curated and minimalistic selection of essential apps. By limiting access to social media and other time-consuming applications, users are encouraged to prioritise meaningful interactions and focus on real-life experiences, fostering a sense of balance between the digital and physical realms.
Minimalist by design
A Carrie Bradshaw-esque flip phone moment has always looked cool but did you know that there’s actually a functional benefit to it too? The tactile feel of flipping the phone open and closed provides a sense of intentionality, creating a clear distinction between digital and offline moments. It’s that simple! And speaking of simple, the OPPO Find N2 Flip Phone’s user interface is designed for simplicity, promoting a distraction-free experience. With the absence of constant pings and buzzes, users can regain control over their time, enabling them to be more present and engaged with the world around them.
Active distraction
Before you launch yourself into a doom scroll on your daily commute or while your waiting anxiously at an appointment, distract yourself with the soothing sounds provided by he OPPO Find N2 Flip Phone O Relax feature. Through audio-visual-haptic feedback, O Relax helps users release stress and regulate their breathing, improving mood and focus. Additionally, the Sounds of the City feature allows users to experience different cityscapes through sound, while the customisation options and deep connection provided by O Relax further enhance the user experience, offering a much-needed moment of calm in our busy lives.
The OPPO Find N2 Flip’s foldable design has 400,000 folds and a hands-free flex form design for camera, video streaming, and video calls. Plus, you can waste less time with fast charging – gain 54% in 30min.
Get creative and never miss a moment
Digital detoxes provide an opportunity for you to disconnect from the constant flow of information and stimuli, allowing your mind to wander and explore new ideas. Without the constant input from digital devices, you may find yourself more in touch with your own thoughts, feelings, and creative impulses. This can lead to enhanced creativity, self-reflection, and mindfulness. And what better way to get creative than immersing yourself in nature and capturing it with some conscious photography?
The Oppo Find N2 Flip’s camera is thoughtfully designed to encourage users to capture moments more mindfully. With a single-lens camera and limited editing options, users are encouraged to focus on taking meaningful photos without getting lost in the world of filters and constant photo retouching. This promotes genuine experiences and connections while being fully present in the moment.
Case closed
One way to see the lighter side of your phone is to embrace a case that expresses your personal style. OPPO and Qeeboo have designed a capsule collection of covers to maximise the distinctive features of the new OPPO Find N2 Flip. Commitment issues? There are OPPO x Qeeboo Exclusive Find N2 Flip wallpapers for your cover screen. Not only are they the biggest cover screen on any flip phone on the market, but it is also vertical in design allowing for a wide range of interactive and dynamic features. The cover screen also provides a new space for creativity and self-expression. Users can now customise their cover screen with unique OPPO x Qeeboo wallpapers that reflect their style and personality.
