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Tech Tuesday: New flip phone could help consumers embrace 'digital minimalism'

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Some people are turning to flip phones in an effort to embrace “digital minimalism.”

People want to be more present, and smart phones are largely responsible for taking us out of the moment.

Consumer Reports home and technology reporter Courtney Lindwall recently bought the Nokia 2780 Flip in an effort to embrace “digital minimalism,” a movement that largely began to reclaim mental calmness from the chaotic digital realm.

With new technologies like artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency becoming more widespread, so is their use in scams. We will talk about how you can stay vigilant against scammers.

Soon, it’s possible that the next Lyft you call won’t have a driver. Google’s self-driving car, Waymo, is expanding into new cities.

With the right hardware, you might soon be able to order your next take-out delivery meal with your Alexa.

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