In that the hardware, in and of itself, is essentially harmless, yes.
The wholesale subsidization of said hardware (and thus rapid proliferation) has been propelled by software so psychologically addictive that it would make Edward Bernays blush.
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Agreed that some of the software experience is as addictive on pocket computers as it is on desktops. The reason I originally pushed back was that it wasn’t clear if the OP was wanting to throw the baby out with the bath water. It sounds like you are able to easily see the difference between a social media app and a video editor. I am often suspicious of someone who promotes a wholesale negative view of a mobile phone (pocket computer) because it really does scream lack of personal responsibility.
On a slightly different note, I guess these types of conversations will escalate as the phone is challenged by smart glasses. Just imagine how much attention they will consume when the tech matures! Cheers 😃
Agreed. Nuance is often lost.
Also agree that something like smart glasses (or other AR devices) are going to accelerate this.