This $299 Android Phone Says Glowing Screens Are Already Obsolete
For most people, the smartphone screen is where focus goes to die. Even when you pick one up with a purpose, the bright OLED glare,…
Juan Carlos is the Editorial Director for Yanko Design. Holding degrees in both Philosophy and Computer Science, he has been covering tech and digital lifestyle since 2012. As an open source contributor since 2006, he has worked with the Kubuntu and KDE projects as a technical writer and a software developer, helping to make computers more accessible and usable to people. Having honed his skills over the years, he has developed insights into the design trends in tech and UX. He is a digital artist in his spare time and a self-professed otaku.
For most people, the smartphone screen is where focus goes to die. Even when you pick one up with a purpose, the bright OLED glare,…
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