Title: Society Urged to Stop Assuming Everyone Has Smartphones, Dear Abby Advises
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In a recent Dear Abby column, a frustrated individual vented about the assumption that everyone possesses a smartphone in today’s society. The writer highlighted the financial constraints and personal preferences that lead many to opt for simpler, more affordable cell phone models.
The letter to Dear Abby began with the plea for society to stop assuming that everyone owns a smartphone, noting that not everyone is willing or able to spend over $1,000 on a mobile device. The writer shared their own experience of receiving a frustrating phone call from the secretary at their elderly mother’s doctor’s office, who assumed they possessed a smartphone. The writer exclaimed, “Stop, OK? Look, not everyone has an expensive phone!”
Expressing their annoyance, the writer recalled how the secretary further suggested sending a link to their phone for the video conference, only to be met with the explanation that they did not own an expensive phone either. The letter went on to emphasize the societal pressure to spend large sums on smartphone technology, highlighting instances where businesses and customer service representatives relied solely on mobile phone applications.
The frustrated writer’s sentiments struck a chord with Dear Abby, who acknowledged that similar grievances have been shared by many seniors. The columnist recognized the ever-advancing pace of technology, but emphasized that not everyone is quick to adopt the latest devices. Dear Abby advised the writer, and others facing similar dilemmas, to consider upgrading their devices for their own convenience and the well-being of their elderly loved ones.
Dear Abby, also known as Jeanne Phillips and the daughter of the column’s founder, Pauline Phillips, concluded the response by providing her contact information for further assistance.
While smartphones have become the norm in today’s digitally-driven society, it is important to remember that not everyone has the means or desire to possess such devices. As technology continues to evolve, society must strive for inclusivity and understanding, refraining from assuming that everyone owns a smartphone.
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Dear Abby (Jeanne Phillips)
Website: www.DearAbby.com
Address: P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069