When style trumps substance and size trumps user interest.| Kōdō Simone
Single-task devices create meaningful friction, pockets of intentionality, and contemplation.| Kōdō Simone
What if we banned all advertising? Not regulate it—abolish it. This proposal would transform manipulation machines, and maybe save democracy itself. A thought experiment worth considering.| Kōdō Simone
Why tracking screen time doesn't matter and improving the relationship with your phone requires conscious decisions.| Kōdō Simone
Why ten years ago I quit my passion as a job to follow my passions as just passions.| Kōdō Simone
When you replace a vacuum robot's proprietary brain with open-source firmware, you are not just modifying a device—you are making a statement about ownership and control. Sometimes the smartest choice is to make devices dumber.| Kōdō Simone
In a world of endless pings, every creative act becomes rebellion. This isn't about time management—it's about protecting your spark in a system designed to extinguish it.| Kōdō Simone
Single-task tools complement modern devices by combining technological capability with intentional constraints. From offline cameras to e-ink readers, these tools preserve human agency while embracing progress. How thoughtful friction and focused design create more meaningful engagement.| Kōdō Simone
In a world obsessed with optimization, what if the most productive strategy is to stop maximizing productivity? Discover how strategic inefficiency might be the key to reclaiming your work, your time, and your sanity.| Kōdō Simone
In a world engineered to be frictionless, adding a bit of resistance can be revolutionary.| Kōdō Simone
Ever wondered why you type “Google” without thinking? It's not just a habit—it's a mental monopoly. See how defaults hijack your brain and explore simple steps to reclaim your mental freedom.| Simone