SlashGear journalists listed technologies and devices that have become obsolete with the advent of smartphones. The list is published on the media website.

According to the authors, modern phones have affected people’s lives, replacing many familiar gadgets. “The beauty and genius of a smartphone is in its versatility”– experts clarified, noting that smartphones, landline phones, walkie-talkies and FM radio are almost out of use.

Journalists, among others, listed pocket computers (PPC) needed before the advent of smartphones in the early 2000s. “The pen, the most iconic feature of the PDA, has been replaced by the oldest device in history: the human finger.”, – stressed experts. Also, people stopped using MP3 players, GPS navigators, and bought CDs and portable cameras.

Experts also noted that many users are abandoning traditional alarm clocks and calculators. “Even if you have a calculator somewhere in your desk drawer, why would you take it out when everyone has a pocket calculator in the form of a smartphone?” – says material.