Comments on: The Advantages Of Traveling Without An iPhone

By: Anil Polat

Anil Polat — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:15:38 +0000

In reply to BackpackingGuide. I don't use cell phones too often but I'm online *a lot* no matter where I am. Skype, an iPod touch, and an old Nokia meet my needs. Occasionally I might buy a SIM card somewhere to use temporarily, but rarely. Now if I didn't have those things I wonder if I could make it without a phone at all...

By: BackpackingGuide

BackpackingGuide — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 16:00:22 +0000

I personally think carrying any cell phone with you while traveling is unnecessary and a pain in the ass…De-tech yourself! Friends, family and co-workers will understand that you can’t be on your cell phone while traveling, it’s a luxury for you! Plus, getting in an international call overseas when really necessary is always an interesting experience 🙂

By: Anil Polat

Anil Polat — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:44:24 +0000

In reply to Jason. Jason, I worry what I'd become with an iPhone or any smart phone from that matter. I'm probably online for a solid 8-12 hours on most days and it's nice not to be 'connected' every now and then. I've got to enjoy traveling somehow!

By: Anil Polat

Anil Polat — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:42:37 +0000

In reply to Sherry Ott. It's funny, in some places I've traveled one of the first things people ask me is what kind of phone I have (seriously). When I pull out my ancient Nokia they always look disappointed. A good and bad thing I suppose. The iPhone apps are very cool and useful though. I keep discovering new ones all the time.

By: Jason

Jason — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 21:41:10 +0000

I still haven’t switched to an iPhone or blackberry in the U.S. because I know i’ll be checking email way to often. This article at least helps justify me not having one abroad!