I agree with you. Experts have long pointed out that when an all-in-one breaks down or is stolen, you suffer multiple inconveniences.
But, more importantly how are you, as a person, being affected? Will life end without being constantly entertained, tweeted, emailed or texted?
I watch TV and movies on a 60" HDTV, not a 2" phone or 10" Ipad screen, the latter two hardly being immersive. I don't need to watch TV sitcoms on the bus or while waiting for my sandwich to be prepared.
Music: I use my nice stereo system at home. I don't feel the need to have wires hanging from my ears anytime I exit the house or walk anywhere.
If I want to tell someone something or ask a question, I phone them or drop by their house or workstation... communicating via texting shorthand is crude and leads to misunderstandings. When you talk to someone, points can be instantly clarified, if need be because you can see the need to do so in their eyes.
Seeing/hearing the world around you is an amazing experience. People smile and say "Hello." Small-talk naturally flows and it signifies that your recognize this other person as a human being. Earbuds in pubic signify you are in your own little world (emphasis on little).
When not traveling, my desktop gives me cheap access to the net and email. When traveling, my netbook provides inexpensive surfing and access to my email account once I reach my destination.
If I prefer to read, paperback books, mags and newspapers easily fill the hours and then I recycle them. And... no batteries are required to read them.
Life is amazing. Unplug and experience it. Have a conversation with someone.
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