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Why, tho? The $200 handheld device that only did one thing

Oct 18, 2024
Discover the story behind Twitter Peek, a $200 device that only accessed Twitter, and why it flopped in a smartphone world. Explore the rise and fall of handheld gadgets, from BlackBerry dominance to niche products. Delve into the transformation from single-purpose devices to smartphones, and examine the unexpected comeback of 'dumb phones' as a way to reclaim focus in a distracting digital age. Plus, find out what toothpaste and a surprising firing have in common with tech trends today.
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