

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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Intro
00:00 • 4min
The Rise and Fall of Twitter Peak: A Look at Email-Centric Hardware
03:36 • 2min
The Rise and Fall of Handheld Devices
05:48 • 4min
The Shift from Single-Function Devices to Smartphones and the Rise of Dumb Phones
09:56 • 3min
Exploring the Benefits of a Dumb Phone
12:56 • 2min