US Tariffs Could Make Smartphones Dumber

US Tariffs Could Make Smartphones Dumber

Donald Trump’s tariffs are likely to make tech manufacturers more risk averse—which could stymie innovation in favor of keeping costs down.

Books Exempt from Latest US Tariffs, but Printing Materials May Be Hit: Self-Publishing News with Dan Holloway

You will probably have noticed an absence of reporting on what has been an almost constant in the regular news media: the impact of the various new international trade tariffs. That is because there has been considerable lack of clarity on the impact this would have on the book business and our particular corner of it. This week we learned a lot more. Tl;dr: books are exempt from the latest round of tariffs imposed on trade imports into the US. …

Dumber Phones, Godric, and Hiroshima - Front Porch Republic

“Can Using a Dumber Phone Cure ‘Brain Rot’?” Bryan X. Chen tells readers of the New York Times that there’s nothing we can do in the face of our society’s expectation that everyone has an internet-enabled smartphone: “While I admire the goal of the Light Phone, my experience demonstrates there’s nothing we can realistically do or buy to bring us back to simpler times. So many aspects of our lives, including getting around town, working, paying f…

Survive the Shifting Trade and Tariff Landscape

By Cade ShadowlightThe global trade and tariff environment is evolving rapidly. Navigating this landscape can be daunting amid escalating tensions and economic uncertainty. Here’s what you need to know—and do—to survive and thrive.What to ExpectHarsh Rhetoric: All sides will likely engage in fiery rhetoric and bold statements. However, much of this—around 90%—is posturing for public relations and negotiation leverage. Don’t take these statements…