Yeah I think you're right, that was an issue I faced at first. I think it's just important to state why you're doing this (reducing distraction, reclaiming attention etc) and just change their expectation. It was bumpy at first with the people in my life but eventually they got used to it!
@@spencers-adventures just so you know, you completely missed the keys in half the close-up shots, also they're super visibile in the rest of the key discussion segment. you might want to re-censor here
@@gryffinsyme6357 I’ll take a look, thanks! Whenever the keys went profile and you couldn’t see the teeth I left them alone, so the shot wasn’t completely blurred. But I’ll take a look again and make some adjustments. Appreciate the comment!
I noticed you had the watch in one of your videos actually! It’s a great watch. The iPod and dumbphone combo is awesome, but I think if you can manage digital distraction on your own, then the iPad setup is so good. Love the iPad Mini!
Haha! That tiny water bottle on that massive carabina made me laugh 😂 as always Spencer, love to see what you carry around. That sense of humour with that quill reminds me of the British sense of humour. Just pulling that out in a coffee shop and writing wouke be hilarious 😂
Thanks. You have obviously put alot of care and thought towards these items/choices. Something to consider, even with this new trend. Its the never ending search for completion. I've noticed the same with myself. I have lived reasonably minimist for 10 years. Living out of a campervan for 9 years, so minimal space. My latest focus/desire /obsession is having everything i need in a backpack. I mean full nomadic style. So more consumption, research, to get the best gear for this hobby, tents, cook kit, clothes, backpack, whats the lightest, most durable etc etc. The consumption journey to needing nothing... but thats the trip, we are still always in it. Thats this world, this reality. We are just putting on different suits.
After having my old iPod cleaned up new battery,I have had many people say that they have them,but never use them. I have told them use them get new batteries installed and a couple of friends who have and love them.
They are definitely still worth holding onto, that’s for sure! It’s so great how much third party support still exists for them, because they can really be quite functional nowadays, and free of many of the newer “smart” distractions too 👍
My everyday carry is: A Casio Calculator Watch A $40 MP3 player A pair of multi-driver earphones (aka IEMs. The Chinese ones.) A generic 4k camera (I'm looking to upgrade to a Kodak digital camera though. It's $200.) A Steve Madden wallet
You could replace 3 of those things with 1 smartphone. Like my EDC, at least when I’m home, is a phone, wallet, and earphones. That’s what I’d call minimalism.
Just an fyi those quill pens need their own desk setup, you need ink every half sentence or so, you need a titled writing surface, like 30-45° tilt and you also need an ink pad to absorb the leftover ink
Thanks for the info that’s good to know! I have a dip pen that I use sometimes, and I just dip in the ink bottle I refill the fountain pen with. Is more required than the dip pen needs or can I roll in a similar fashion? I watch Townsends a lot and that got me hyped on the quill pen!
I’ve recently started to declutter my iPhone to lower my screen time and be more present. As a type one diabetic with a sensor, I always have to carry my phone to check my blood sugar so a downgrade isn’t exactly an option, my actively working to look and scroll less feels so nice.
I have the reader hardware for Freestyle Libre 1 and 3... Currently just using the 3... Each 14 days I decide if I use the app or go with the reader... 🙌🏽 (With the actual readers I can actually do the blood/finger test if needed)
Hoping you can one day pick up an automatic watch! There are so many affordable options out there now (I have an Orient Kamasu) and it just brings you so much pleasure knowing the thing is winding itself and doesn't need a battery. It's so satisfying.
Throughout my life, I was always materialistic. I have collected & boughten so many products throughout my life, and while I am more than happy with my collection, I am starting to realize that sometimes, the simpler things are worthwhile. Your channel has definitely been an inspiration for me to live more simpler, and also trying to keep myself de-stimulated from social media. (BTW the DIY moisturizers & shampoos are really intriguing to me, and I hope you make tutorials about them someday, as skincare & hygenic products are a money killer for me.
Me too! I am always getting dehydrated because I forget to drink water. Never cared for the taste of it, I guess. I'm also trying to avoid plastic. But the glass ones are SO heavy. And so many of these bottles they sell are huge. I saw one the other day that was I think a whole quart. It was so heavy even empty! Who needs that much water for a regular day? What are you doing, hiking in the desert?! This little thing would be perfect for me!
hey spencer, if you dont already have them, I recommend you to get some IEMs! (In Ear Monitors (really good in-ear headphones)) i usually use my sony ericsson walkman combined with the Truthear Hexa and the quality is insanely high. And whenever the cable breaks apart, you can switch it out. got that hifi audio quality in your pockets that way.
I am planning to pick up some IEMs the next time I see some on sale! The headphones I use with my iPod on the go leave much to be desired. The one's for home usage are over-ear Audio Technicas and they're great!
Just discovered your channel, and I share your initiative about minimal, smart, and reasonable use of technologies. I bought my Cat S22 Flip last week, and I'm excited as you about this dumb-smartphone ! It gives me more free time and I'm not sucked in RUclips shorts, Instagram Reals, and only focus on the true purpose (banking, messages, my work's app to check my shift ...)
Glad to hear you’re also enjoying the Cat! It is such a great device - I’m looking forward to sharing my thoughts more in depth soon. Thanks for the comment buddy!
im surprised that ipods are getting expensive now, because ppl are literally throwing them away. have fished out a bunch of 5th gens from scrap at work and am in the process of refurbing them. its usually the battery that goes first. or the drive if you drop it a lot
The backpack is also a good choice! I have an LL Bean Rucksack that I wear a lot when I’m travelling, it’s my next go-to bag. Glad to hear you’re part of the paper book gang 📖
I stopped carrying regular handbags years ago; now, I carry two reusable bags doubled up together instead. Most people wouldn’t think there was anything valuable in it and, having a double bag comes in handy sometimes when I’m food shopping!
As a kid in the 2010s, I grew up on an iPod touch before getting an actual iPhone for mobile gaming. Although that’s not really so prevalent nowadays, it seems that many businesses would rather you earn points to earn promotions through their app rather than offer out coupon books like back in those old days. Since most those places offer free public Wi-Fi, it’s aplenty considering those apps typically require you to be at the store to redeem any of the promotions anyways.
Not all iPods are super expensive. You can find plenty of used iPods with new battery on eBay for under $100 many under $50. A 16GB iPod touch 1st gen can be had for $23. iPod classic 5th gen 30GB for $60 and I personally bought an iPod nano 2nd gen 8GB for $49 that I use at work. I also have a 5th gen iPod nano that stays in my car. One day I will spend a couple hundred and buy a rebuilt 7th gen iPod classic with flash storage and a giant battery but for now the nanos are fine.
I love the 5th & 6th gen iPods. Been using them since they came out. I’ve fixed up several of them. The battery, headphone jack and hard drive are fairly easy to replace. Honestly the hardest part is just removing the back without breaking or bending anything. The clips don’t let go easily. And speaking of making your own stuff, I used a recipe to make an easy screen clean spray liquid and it works so well, I’m using it for everything - just vinegar, distilled water and a little alcohol. Cheap and nontoxic.
Great video! A word of caution: people can fairly easily replicate your keys via 3D printing just from a still image from a video. I would consider reuploading this video with blurred keys or cut the section entirely for your own safety. This might be why other EDC showcases don’t show their keys 😬
My issue with any type of tote bag is it places an uneven load on your body, even a small off-balance creates compound posture issues that turn into severe back pain when we get older. Unless you are doing tons of yoga and Alexander Technique every day, a backpack is the way to go.
This is a good point. Back pain is no joke. I messed up mine years ago by sleeping on a terrible futon. Carrying heavy shoulder bags (filled with books since I'm a geek) did not help. Now I have to be so careful to avoid an "episode."
I feel like even in the current age of smartphones, we are still in a time where its like "yes, your smartphone CAN do everything but not enough to do them professionally or so well that you'd wanna replace everything with it" Cameras, Gaming, Editing photos or video, 3d modeling? pretty much everything on smartphones are limited heavily, and I think we as a human race like working on laptops and actual computers more anyway. If I had to use my smartphone for everything I think I would actually be living in hell. also, I love these videos cuz you see what people value alot. I value gaming when im bored so I bring around a DS Lite with me, you value music and books so you bring a dedicated mp3 player and a book, I think the things people carry other than the basic keys wallet and phone really show one's personality and interests, maybe even more then people could say about themselves.
Spencer, I have that same iPod too (120GB). I need to buy a pair of wired headphones now. I have no way to listen to it. LOL Thanks for the reminder. Cheers, Ian.
If it's worth it (though it would be an additional purchase/gadget, there are bluetooth dongles you can plug into the iPod and then use wireless headphones with.
Your thoughts on the Cat S22 flip are the same as mine. I remember commenting about it on a video of yours a few months ago. Glad you like the phone as I do as well, I think its a great solution for people who want a dumb phone but need smart features.
@@spencers-adventures I have to look into it. Never heard of this before! I am so sick of my phone I can't even tell you. If I could drop it in the ocean, I would. But ongoing family health situations make it a necessity. That's just life.
My next "dumb" phone will likely be the Jelly 2, I love how tiny it is and I can't imagine getting sucked into youtube shorts that way. I don't agree with the pricing, but the time it could save me will be will worth it.
Loved this one Spencer, always fascinating to hear about what folk own. It was the water bottle that piqued my interest here; an awesome curiosity. Our workplace doesn’t have any cups / mugs so a water bottle is imperative. I’m considering getting a dumb phone just for work calls; otherwise I can easily get sucked into work emails and it’s not always great for one’s mental health. By keeping emails confined to my laptop and calls on a dumb phone I’m hoping it will keep things in order. Have a fantastic weekend!
I’m happy to see people are loving the water bottle! I haven’t seen many little bottles like this and I love mine. I have the bottle hooked to my belt as I type! The dumbphone is really helpful for avoiding that “suck in” effect that smart tech has for sure - there are ways to do that without a dumbphone but it’s certainly easier with it 👍thanks buddy talk soon!
Great video. I also Cary my iPod classic that is loaded with music and also radio plays like Suspense, Mystery Theatre, and many more. I love the water bottle and typically do not drink enough, so if I can find one of those, I’m going to get it. Thank you ☺️
Keep your eyes peeled at the thrift stores, that water bottle is fairly common. And I love the radio plays! I have a few episodes of Dragnet saved and really enjoy listening to 👍
Man this is so fun. I switched from an iPhone max to a flip phone recently I LOVE the tiny bottle I’ll definitely be on the lookout I don’t like my heavy canteen it’s a pain to carry
The little flower wallet is really interesting, but seems a bit bulky. I experimented with a small wallet to store some cards and bills, but ofcourse you end up with change when you pay with bills. So I just ended up with ye olde normal wallet with a fold in the middle.
I paid cash for a purchase l made today at my local supermarket. I got 76 cents back…But, I also got an additional 91 cents on top of that because someone before me didn’t want to take their change with them!
You could have the iPod modded with an SD card in it to make it lighter and more resistant to drop damage, and a new battery in there too while you're at it.
Hey Spencer! First of all, I love your content. However, sometimes I think that for some people, going to this extreme could be a way to try to fill a void by buying new things. In this video, you mentioned a dumb phone (an expensive one-why buy a Punkt when you can get a cheaper alternative with a 4G connection?), a pocket notebook and pen, an iPod (or music player), and physical books. All these tasks can be accomplished with a smartphone, and if you enjoy high-resolution music, a Tidal subscription works just fine. For reading, if you don't wanna use your phone, a Kindle is far more convenient. I'm not saying that this applies to you, but for many, it might. Instead of addressing their problems, they purchase items hoping they will provide solutions. It's similar to productivity apps: watching countless videos and trying different apps to "feel productive" instead of actually working. Just my thoughts, what do you think?
Fair perspective i feel. Thanks. Its the never ending search for completion. I've noticed the same with myself. I have lived reasonably minimist for 10 years. Living out of a campervan so minimal space. My latest focus/desire /obsession is having everything i need in a backpack. So more consumption, research, to get the best gear for this hobby, tents, cook kit, clothes, backpack etc etc. The consumption journey to needing nothing... but thats the trip, we are still always in it. Thats this world, this reality.
a note for keys, if you have a car and have a heavy key chain ,in time the weight will wear out the ignition, and thats expensive to replace, a mechanic told me
@@spencers-adventures I loved that you said that. I thought I was the only one on the planet who loves that. The more keys, the more important you are! That's how I always thought of it. Though I'm sure if I actually HAD to carry a giant thing like that I would hate it in about 5 minutes, LOL!
Thanks! I don’t find that I have need for one, so I don’t carry a knife daily. I have a similar thing to a Leatherman for my job that I carry when I’m working, and I also have an Opinel No. 8 that I take when I road trip 👍
I actually really like what you did with the bottle. Smart! I used to have this big 768ml bottle I carried every day for school. It did the job, but God forbid it falls... Everything just leaks out. Definitely gonna copy that idea even if I don't go to school anymore. I also started carrying an iPod nano 7th gen and IEMs. So much better than using my phone and wireless earbuds.
Love the video! I have some logistics questions With having 3 phones including a dumb phone how do you manage telling people which phone to contact you on? (ie if your partner needs to reach you do they have to call each phone) How long do you spend each week updating the music/podcasts on the ipod? Thanks 😁
Great questions! with the multiple phones I usually am just running 2 (iPhone for work and dumbphone or smarter dumbphone for when off work). I switch the SIM cards between devices as I need. I just need to make sure to turn off iMessage when I switch to my dumbphone to be sure that all texts come through. I also can use the iPhone as a smart tablet for certain apps I may use when I'm not working, tethering to my dumbphone or using Wifi. With the iPod, it's not too much! I only have a few podcasts I listen to, and oftentimes that's while cleaning at home, so I mainly use my laptop. Some favourite pods I download and put on my iPod whenever I plug it in to add music. I usually do this as a batch whenever I have enough new stuff to add. My music catalogue is mainly what I use the iPod for, and I'm only buying an album or two each month max, so it doesn't require much updating! I'm on Mac for my computer and adding music and podcasts to the iPod is really easy to do. I'll make a video in the near future going a bit more into detail about all of this - stay tuned and thanks for the comment :)
@@spencers-adventures I just got myself a flip phone. switching off iMessage has been surprisingly tricky. iPad, phone, and MacBook. Finding interesting stuff and sharing it with people is also tricky now. Hopefully I’ll get used to it and figure out ways to navigate this tech filled world.
@@willhelliwell it is a tough transition for sure! Good on you for making a change though 👍 I have to flip back and forth between smart/dumbphone for work and iMessage always trips me up. What model flip phone did you get?
@@spencers-adventures I went for the pretty, green, Nokia 2660. Having a kid makes the transition a bit difficult too. She's so used to being able to play what ever music we want in the car 😅
I missed the entire iPod era. Never could afford one. When I learned the Classic was no longer being made I nearly cried. I knew however many there were still floating out there would now cost way more than I would ever be able to afford. So I will never have one. I can't stand music on my phone. And I hate those other music players that don't have any kind of screen. I'll have to look into those others you mentioned, thank you. In many ways, I have "lost" music for years because I don't really have a convenient way to play it. And that makes me sad.
I love this. The idea of having all those things with you all time kinda of creates some sort of discipline if you ask me. I should buy a tote bag as well lmao
I watched the video hoping to get some ideas for my daily carry only to see that we carry almost the same stuff already! The pocket notebook and the water bottle are true must haves. Having paper ready for notes and sketching is really handy. How is your experience with the Cat S22 Flip? I carry it as well, I love it, but some ewallet and banking applications run bad on it. I guess that helps mitigate my spending a bit.
That's funny that we have many similar items in common! I love the water bottle - I don't use a glass for water at home even, just the bottle. With the Cat, I am a fan of it because it has many of the "must have" features that people miss in certain dumbphone models, but it's too clunky to use any super distracting apps for long. I don't have any e-wallet type things on it, just use the GPS function, browser, email, and duolingo!
I still have an iPhone becuase I need it for my job, but I also got the Cat s22 and I love it! once I can get a new job that i dont need to use GPS constantly and other things, I will love to switch from an iphone to cat s22 I got an ipod classic and I do not have a CD collection, but I checked out a BUNCH of CD's from the library and copied them to my pc, so that was a great way to start my music collection Love this video!!
To be honest if you have any self control, you don’t need a dumb phone and an iPod classic. My iPhone 13 mini had 6 apps, mainly notes and banking and I’m fine
Hey this is completely unrelated, but how do you style your hair? I've been going for a similar look but haven't been able to find a way to style it in the morning.
I have pretty thick hair so it does a lot of this on its own as long as I point it in the right direction lol. I slick it back while showering and run my towel through it front to back afterwards, keeping it slicked but getting some of the water out. I also wear a trucker hat during part of the day so that contributes to the shape, because I put it on once it’s dried about half an hour. But that’s all - basically it just dries that way!
I wish I did because I'd love to recommend them. I can ask my grandfather but he bought these years and years ago so I doubt he'll remember. It's pretty unique for sure!
I just hope the SIM cards back and forth normally. I’ve considered getting a pay as you go annual plan for like $25 on the dumbphone as an alternative to make switching more seamless, but I haven’t done so as of yet. Thanks for the comment!
Man I wish I could do this. But as a student at uni we use a lot of group chats and apps every day, I can't just switch to a flip phone likwI always wanted. Everyone expects me to answer immediately and if I don't I'm called a weirdo
I love the dice bag. That's actually so sick! I can't find a similar one to mine but I've also seen these rounded rubber ones which look really good too. They would be helpful for smaller amounts of change
I have thought about this idea before, and I would also say that I am trying to live a simple life, and that’s a work in progress. It may seem simple to carry and all-in-one smart-device, but these devices make our lives anything but simple. These simple items allow me to use them for their intended purpose and nothing but. Would you say our lives are more simple than someone decades ago when these smart devices didn’t exist?
@stroll-to-nowhereit's essentially just compartmentalization for your focus. You wouldn't want to be studying or working on the same computer you have all your games, movies, and social media linked on. Distractions are always present when you have access to everything. I enjoy the multipurpose aspect of smartphones but a dedicated device keeps you engaged with just that single function.
Can you make a review of your phone? I read some reviews but mist of them are talking bad about the phone but you don't seem to be that so I would like to see you talk about the phone
lol that’s funny. I thought about it and I definitely flip back and forth - perhaps it has to do with my speaking pace or audience. I feel like my default is Toronno but who’s to say!
Today a worldwide Global IT outage grounds planes and sends broadcasters off air occured, my brother Spencer! Thats why it is important to own everything! Cash, not digital! Please read about it on CNBC. Soon, this will happen to the internet! Thats why we are king with our gadgets!
Buddy you’re the man! I love with I see that Vince picture pop up! I will be doing a video on the outage for sure, as well as a giant flood that happened in Toronto a few days ago. Hope you’re well!
@@spencers-adventures Brother Spencer. Of course Mister McMahon is here to give a clothesline or two ;) But you are right, brother. Too many people are fully depedent on digital and laugh about us, when we collet DVDs and BluRays still. Think about it, The internet we know of today where everything is 24/7 available wont be anymore soon! Many influencers will be crying without their audience seeing it. Thats why your videos are very important! Would love to see your take on that! Thank you and have a great day.
Oh man I’m on the wrong side of RUclips. My edc is more tech filled than 99% of the population. But I am a cyber security engineer and I do wifi mapping when I’m out so that’s probably why 😂
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I think the problem with going low-tech is that everyone else still expects you to be able to answer immediately since they are not low-tech carrying
I don't see how that is your problem though.
Yeah I think you're right, that was an issue I faced at first. I think it's just important to state why you're doing this (reducing distraction, reclaiming attention etc) and just change their expectation. It was bumpy at first with the people in my life but eventually they got used to it!
that's so clever and acceptable that you censored your car keys.. Most people don't know or don't pay attention to it. You've earned my respect.
It was a suggestion from another commenter, but I definitely will keep it in mind in the future! Thanks for the comment :)
@@spencers-adventures just so you know, you completely missed the keys in half the close-up shots, also they're super visibile in the rest of the key discussion segment. you might want to re-censor here
@@gryffinsyme6357 I’ll take a look, thanks! Whenever the keys went profile and you couldn’t see the teeth I left them alone, so the shot wasn’t completely blurred. But I’ll take a look again and make some adjustments. Appreciate the comment!
We use the same model watch! And love the iPod and phone dude. Sometimes I think about making that switch
Both of you are currently my go to channels whenever I open RUclips!
@LongplayLegacy same! I love these guys' messages
I noticed you had the watch in one of your videos actually! It’s a great watch. The iPod and dumbphone combo is awesome, but I think if you can manage digital distraction on your own, then the iPad setup is so good. Love the iPad Mini!
Big bet on that
Haha! That tiny water bottle on that massive carabina made me laugh 😂 as always Spencer, love to see what you carry around.
That sense of humour with that quill reminds me of the British sense of humour. Just pulling that out in a coffee shop and writing wouke be hilarious 😂
Thanks. You have obviously put alot of care and thought towards these items/choices. Something to consider, even with this new trend. Its the never ending search for completion. I've noticed the same with myself. I have lived reasonably minimist for 10 years. Living out of a campervan for 9 years, so minimal space. My latest focus/desire /obsession is having everything i need in a backpack. I mean full nomadic style. So more consumption, research, to get the best gear for this hobby, tents, cook kit, clothes, backpack, whats the lightest, most durable etc etc. The consumption journey to needing nothing... but thats the trip, we are still always in it. Thats this world, this reality. We are just putting on different suits.
very well said
After having my old iPod cleaned up new battery,I have had many people say that they have them,but never use them.
I have told them use them get new batteries installed and a couple of friends who have and love them.
They are definitely still worth holding onto, that’s for sure! It’s so great how much third party support still exists for them, because they can really be quite functional nowadays, and free of many of the newer “smart” distractions too 👍
My everyday carry is:
A Casio Calculator Watch
A $40 MP3 player
A pair of multi-driver earphones (aka IEMs. The Chinese ones.)
A generic 4k camera (I'm looking to upgrade to a Kodak digital camera though. It's $200.)
A Steve Madden wallet
That’s a great EDC!
@@spencers-adventures thx!
You could replace 3 of those things with 1 smartphone. Like my EDC, at least when I’m home, is a phone, wallet, and earphones. That’s what I’d call minimalism.
what pair of iem do you own? i'm just curious :)
I love how down to earth and it actually specific to you many EDC I see try to be general this feels very personalized.
Just an fyi those quill pens need their own desk setup, you need ink every half sentence or so, you need a titled writing surface, like 30-45° tilt and you also need an ink pad to absorb the leftover ink
Thanks for the info that’s good to know! I have a dip pen that I use sometimes, and I just dip in the ink bottle I refill the fountain pen with. Is more required than the dip pen needs or can I roll in a similar fashion? I watch Townsends a lot and that got me hyped on the quill pen!
@@spencers-adventures it's a bit more involved
@@zzzetsulive I’ll read up on it a bit more, thanks for sharing the info!
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I’ve recently started to declutter my iPhone to lower my screen time and be more present. As a type one diabetic with a sensor, I always have to carry my phone to check my blood sugar so a downgrade isn’t exactly an option, my actively working to look and scroll less feels so nice.
As a fellow diabetic I feel this struggle.
I have the reader hardware for Freestyle Libre 1 and 3... Currently just using the 3... Each 14 days I decide if I use the app or go with the reader... 🙌🏽 (With the actual readers I can actually do the blood/finger test if needed)
You can’t get a glucose monitor?
@ yes but everything has to be uploaded via an app so the hospital can see it
Really calm vibes, just keep inspiring us to live a slow-pace life 🙌
Thanks for the kind words :) glad you enjoyed!
Hoping you can one day pick up an automatic watch! There are so many affordable options out there now (I have an Orient Kamasu) and it just brings you so much pleasure knowing the thing is winding itself and doesn't need a battery. It's so satisfying.
Throughout my life, I was always materialistic. I have collected & boughten so many products throughout my life, and while I am more than happy with my collection, I am starting to realize that sometimes, the simpler things are worthwhile. Your channel has definitely been an inspiration for me to live more simpler, and also trying to keep myself de-stimulated from social media.
(BTW the DIY moisturizers & shampoos are really intriguing to me, and I hope you make tutorials about them someday, as skincare & hygenic products are a money killer for me.
One of the best everyday carry videos I've seen no nonsense items included just to pad out a list. Great vid 👍
The baby Klean Kanteen actually looks so cool, I'm tempted 😆
It’s honestly so key lol got it looped on my pants right now!
Me too! I am always getting dehydrated because I forget to drink water. Never cared for the taste of it, I guess. I'm also trying to avoid plastic. But the glass ones are SO heavy. And so many of these bottles they sell are huge. I saw one the other day that was I think a whole quart. It was so heavy even empty! Who needs that much water for a regular day? What are you doing, hiking in the desert?! This little thing would be perfect for me!
If you want to, flashmoding and upgrading the battery on your iPod is quite easy!
hey spencer, if you dont already have them, I recommend you to get some IEMs! (In Ear Monitors (really good in-ear headphones)) i usually use my sony ericsson walkman combined with the Truthear Hexa and the quality is insanely high. And whenever the cable breaks apart, you can switch it out. got that hifi audio quality in your pockets that way.
I am planning to pick up some IEMs the next time I see some on sale! The headphones I use with my iPod on the go leave much to be desired. The one's for home usage are over-ear Audio Technicas and they're great!
Just discovered your channel, and I share your initiative about minimal, smart, and reasonable use of technologies.
I bought my Cat S22 Flip last week, and I'm excited as you about this dumb-smartphone ! It gives me more free time and I'm not sucked in RUclips shorts, Instagram Reals, and only focus on the true purpose (banking, messages, my work's app to check my shift ...)
Glad to hear you’re also enjoying the Cat! It is such a great device - I’m looking forward to sharing my thoughts more in depth soon. Thanks for the comment buddy!
im surprised that ipods are getting expensive now, because ppl are literally throwing them away. have fished out a bunch of 5th gens from scrap at work and am in the process of refurbing them. its usually the battery that goes first. or the drive if you drop it a lot
Yeah if you have the skill to fix them up then you’ve got a good business on your hands!
as for the iPods getting expensive…point this out to the DankPods guy, it’s his doing…
Great list. I always carry a backpack but the tote bag is a great alternative. I also carry a paper book everywhere.
The backpack is also a good choice! I have an LL Bean Rucksack that I wear a lot when I’m travelling, it’s my next go-to bag. Glad to hear you’re part of the paper book gang 📖
I stopped carrying regular handbags years ago; now, I carry two reusable bags doubled up together instead. Most people wouldn’t think there was anything valuable in it and, having a double bag comes in handy sometimes when I’m food shopping!
@@cherylT321 that’s a very good tip!
As a kid in the 2010s, I grew up on an iPod touch before getting an actual iPhone for mobile gaming. Although that’s not really so prevalent nowadays, it seems that many businesses would rather you earn points to earn promotions through their app rather than offer out coupon books like back in those old days. Since most those places offer free public Wi-Fi, it’s aplenty considering those apps typically require you to be at the store to redeem any of the promotions anyways.
Not all iPods are super expensive. You can find plenty of used iPods with new battery on eBay for under $100 many under $50. A 16GB iPod touch 1st gen can be had for $23. iPod classic 5th gen 30GB for $60 and I personally bought an iPod nano 2nd gen 8GB for $49 that I use at work. I also have a 5th gen iPod nano that stays in my car. One day I will spend a couple hundred and buy a rebuilt 7th gen iPod classic with flash storage and a giant battery but for now the nanos are fine.
You're right, there are certainly several other models besides the classic that are quite affordable!
I love the 5th & 6th gen iPods. Been using them since they came out. I’ve fixed up several of them. The battery, headphone jack and hard drive are fairly easy to replace. Honestly the hardest part is just removing the back without breaking or bending anything. The clips don’t let go easily. And speaking of making your own stuff, I used a recipe to make an easy screen clean spray liquid and it works so well, I’m using it for everything - just vinegar, distilled water and a little alcohol. Cheap and nontoxic.
That little water bottle and giant carabiner are perfect! I've been looking for a smaller, non plastic water bottle forever.
Great video!
A word of caution: people can fairly easily replicate your keys via 3D printing just from a still image from a video. I would consider reuploading this video with blurred keys or cut the section entirely for your own safety.
This might be why other EDC showcases don’t show their keys 😬
I made some adjustments! Thanks :)
My issue with any type of tote bag is it places an uneven load on your body, even a small off-balance creates compound posture issues that turn into severe back pain when we get older. Unless you are doing tons of yoga and Alexander Technique every day, a backpack is the way to go.
You’re not wrong! I just switch sides, and it’s not so loaded usually (or if it is not for a long period of time)
This is a good point. Back pain is no joke. I messed up mine years ago by sleeping on a terrible futon. Carrying heavy shoulder bags (filled with books since I'm a geek) did not help. Now I have to be so careful to avoid an "episode."
I feel like even in the current age of smartphones, we are still in a time where its like "yes, your smartphone CAN do everything but not enough to do them professionally or so well that you'd wanna replace everything with it" Cameras, Gaming, Editing photos or video, 3d modeling? pretty much everything on smartphones are limited heavily, and I think we as a human race like working on laptops and actual computers more anyway. If I had to use my smartphone for everything I think I would actually be living in hell.
also, I love these videos cuz you see what people value alot. I value gaming when im bored so I bring around a DS Lite with me, you value music and books so you bring a dedicated mp3 player and a book, I think the things people carry other than the basic keys wallet and phone really show one's personality and interests, maybe even more then people could say about themselves.
Make a video on how you made the moisturizer. That would be an awesome but distinctive addition to the channel.
I'll for sure make that video!
Spencer, I have that same iPod too (120GB). I need to buy a pair of wired headphones now. I have no way to listen to it. LOL Thanks for the reminder. Cheers, Ian.
@@Barnyard140 charge it up and get some headphones - you’ll love it! Thanks for the comment Ian 👍
If it's worth it (though it would be an additional purchase/gadget, there are bluetooth dongles you can plug into the iPod and then use wireless headphones with.
I have the exact same variant of the Timex Expedition. Beautiful, affordable and easy to read.
It’s a great watch!
I definitely need to see B-Roll of the quill pen being used! Great video
Your thoughts on the Cat S22 flip are the same as mine. I remember commenting about it on a video of yours a few months ago. Glad you like the phone as I do as well, I think its a great solution for people who want a dumb phone but need smart features.
It's a great phone! I'm looking forward to talking about it more - that video will be coming up pretty soon 👍
@@spencers-adventures I have to look into it. Never heard of this before! I am so sick of my phone I can't even tell you. If I could drop it in the ocean, I would. But ongoing family health situations make it a necessity. That's just life.
The small waterbottle is actually great!!!
I just bought a Remarkable 2. Not a good pocket notebook but a perfect replacement for all of my journals.
My next "dumb" phone will likely be the Jelly 2, I love how tiny it is and I can't imagine getting sucked into youtube shorts that way. I don't agree with the pricing, but the time it could save me will be will worth it.
The clipped water bottle makes your janitor keychain dream come true.
Hello, can you make a video about how to make your home made skin care products ?
For sure 👍 I will move it up on my to-do list!
Loved this one Spencer, always fascinating to hear about what folk own. It was the water bottle that piqued my interest here; an awesome curiosity. Our workplace doesn’t have any cups / mugs so a water bottle is imperative.
I’m considering getting a dumb phone just for work calls; otherwise I can easily get sucked into work emails and it’s not always great for one’s mental health. By keeping emails confined to my laptop and calls on a dumb phone I’m hoping it will keep things in order.
Have a fantastic weekend!
I’m happy to see people are loving the water bottle! I haven’t seen many little bottles like this and I love mine. I have the bottle hooked to my belt as I type! The dumbphone is really helpful for avoiding that “suck in” effect that smart tech has for sure - there are ways to do that without a dumbphone but it’s certainly easier with it 👍thanks buddy talk soon!
I burst out laughing at the quill pen. Love it!! yassss
add sunblock to the skincare routine, if you haven't already
Yeah the sunblock is a great idea too! I currently have a zinc one that I don’t wear often because it makes me look like an old timey ghost lol
That watch is the same one l wear; I deliberately bought the guy one which I’m very happy with!
It’s a great watch! I’m very happy with it
please make a video on the moisturizer
Great video. I also Cary my iPod classic that is loaded with music and also radio plays like Suspense, Mystery Theatre, and many more. I love the water bottle and typically do not drink enough, so if I can find one of those, I’m going to get it. Thank you ☺️
Keep your eyes peeled at the thrift stores, that water bottle is fairly common. And I love the radio plays! I have a few episodes of Dragnet saved and really enjoy listening to 👍
Man this is so fun. I switched from an iPhone max to a flip phone recently I LOVE the tiny bottle I’ll definitely be on the lookout I don’t like my heavy canteen it’s a pain to carry
this is one of the best edc's ever. and i love tech.
The little flower wallet is really interesting, but seems a bit bulky. I experimented with a small wallet to store some cards and bills, but ofcourse you end up with change when you pay with bills. So I just ended up with ye olde normal wallet with a fold in the middle.
I paid cash for a purchase l made today at my local supermarket. I got 76 cents back…But, I also got an additional 91 cents on top of that because someone before me didn’t want to take their change with them!
I have the same watch, Timex is an amazing brand. Great quality super low prices.
You’re right, they’re very good quality for their price!
I love this! I just stumbled upon your channel and I love what I'm seeing! You've got yourself a new subscriber, my friend!
Thanks for the comment and sub :) glad to hear you like what I’m doing on the channel!
You could have the iPod modded with an SD card in it to make it lighter and more resistant to drop damage, and a new battery in there too while you're at it.
I am going to do the work myself later this year!
Hey Spencer!
First of all, I love your content. However, sometimes I think that for some people, going to this extreme could be a way to try to fill a void by buying new things. In this video, you mentioned a dumb phone (an expensive one-why buy a Punkt when you can get a cheaper alternative with a 4G connection?), a pocket notebook and pen, an iPod (or music player), and physical books. All these tasks can be accomplished with a smartphone, and if you enjoy high-resolution music, a Tidal subscription works just fine. For reading, if you don't wanna use your phone, a Kindle is far more convenient.
I'm not saying that this applies to you, but for many, it might. Instead of addressing their problems, they purchase items hoping they will provide solutions. It's similar to productivity apps: watching countless videos and trying different apps to "feel productive" instead of actually working. Just my thoughts, what do you think?
Fair perspective i feel. Thanks. Its the never ending search for completion. I've noticed the same with myself. I have lived reasonably minimist for 10 years. Living out of a campervan so minimal space. My latest focus/desire /obsession is having everything i need in a backpack. So more consumption, research, to get the best gear for this hobby, tents, cook kit, clothes, backpack etc etc. The consumption journey to needing nothing... but thats the trip, we are still always in it. Thats this world, this reality.
7:21 Bass Drum of Death is 2024? Awesome!
a note for keys, if you have a car and have a heavy key chain ,in time the weight will wear out the ignition, and thats expensive to replace, a mechanic told me
Interesting point! Thankfully I don’t have the real deal janitor key setup then lol
@@spencers-adventures I loved that you said that. I thought I was the only one on the planet who loves that. The more keys, the more important you are! That's how I always thought of it. Though I'm sure if I actually HAD to carry a giant thing like that I would hate it in about 5 minutes, LOL!
The Philips GoGear Vibe is a great little mp3 player
You know like a key word for searching to buy that type of change wallet?
Yeah I will probably make a dedicated video about it honestly! Search leather squeeze coin change pouch and something similar should come up 👍
Cool set, man! But..no pocket knife or a small multitool?)
Thanks! I don’t find that I have need for one, so I don’t carry a knife daily. I have a similar thing to a Leatherman for my job that I carry when I’m working, and I also have an Opinel No. 8 that I take when I road trip 👍
Guy looks like a super expensive and mediocre coffee shop, but also has nice vibes. Loved the video.
I actually really like what you did with the bottle. Smart! I used to have this big 768ml bottle I carried every day for school. It did the job, but God forbid it falls... Everything just leaks out. Definitely gonna copy that idea even if I don't go to school anymore.
I also started carrying an iPod nano 7th gen and IEMs. So much better than using my phone and wireless earbuds.
Don't be a clown and invest in "Stanley"-brand! They have the best lifetime bottles.
I really enjoy the baby bottle lol! The IEMs is such a great move. I am planning to finally get some for my iPod too!
Love the video!
I have some logistics questions
With having 3 phones including a dumb phone how do you manage telling people which phone to contact you on? (ie if your partner needs to reach you do they have to call each phone)
How long do you spend each week updating the music/podcasts on the ipod? Thanks 😁
Great questions! with the multiple phones I usually am just running 2 (iPhone for work and dumbphone or smarter dumbphone for when off work). I switch the SIM cards between devices as I need. I just need to make sure to turn off iMessage when I switch to my dumbphone to be sure that all texts come through. I also can use the iPhone as a smart tablet for certain apps I may use when I'm not working, tethering to my dumbphone or using Wifi.
With the iPod, it's not too much! I only have a few podcasts I listen to, and oftentimes that's while cleaning at home, so I mainly use my laptop. Some favourite pods I download and put on my iPod whenever I plug it in to add music. I usually do this as a batch whenever I have enough new stuff to add. My music catalogue is mainly what I use the iPod for, and I'm only buying an album or two each month max, so it doesn't require much updating! I'm on Mac for my computer and adding music and podcasts to the iPod is really easy to do. I'll make a video in the near future going a bit more into detail about all of this - stay tuned and thanks for the comment :)
@@spencers-adventures I just got myself a flip phone. switching off iMessage has been surprisingly tricky. iPad, phone, and MacBook. Finding interesting stuff and sharing it with people is also tricky now. Hopefully I’ll get used to it and figure out ways to navigate this tech filled world.
@@willhelliwell it is a tough transition for sure! Good on you for making a change though 👍 I have to flip back and forth between smart/dumbphone for work and iMessage always trips me up. What model flip phone did you get?
@@spencers-adventures I went for the pretty, green, Nokia 2660.
Having a kid makes the transition a bit difficult too. She's so used to being able to play what ever music we want in the car 😅
I want to carry my iPod classic around, I miss just having a device just for music
same
The water bottle is genius 😮
Yessss, I love Bass Drum of Death
I missed the entire iPod era. Never could afford one. When I learned the Classic was no longer being made I nearly cried. I knew however many there were still floating out there would now cost way more than I would ever be able to afford. So I will never have one. I can't stand music on my phone. And I hate those other music players that don't have any kind of screen. I'll have to look into those others you mentioned, thank you. In many ways, I have "lost" music for years because I don't really have a convenient way to play it. And that makes me sad.
Dig your vibe man. Straight to the point, but you also put your money where you mouth is. Cheers from TX bro!
Good bunch of items!
The Sandisk Clip Go has been discontinued and the cheaper Sony mp3 Walkmans are very hard to find now. Luckily my old ipod touch still works great.
Can you make a video about some books you have read and recommend
For sure! I have one I did a few months ago about 3 simple living books I recommend that you can check out in the meantime if you haven’t 👍
Hell yeah brother, timex expedition FTW
It’s such a great watch 👍
quill pen earnt the like!
I love this. The idea of having all those things with you all time kinda of creates some sort of discipline if you ask me. I should buy a tote bag as well lmao
The heavy-duty tote bag is honestly so awesome! It’s a great buy
I watched the video hoping to get some ideas for my daily carry only to see that we carry almost the same stuff already! The pocket notebook and the water bottle are true must haves. Having paper ready for notes and sketching is really handy. How is your experience with the Cat S22 Flip? I carry it as well, I love it, but some ewallet and banking applications run bad on it. I guess that helps mitigate my spending a bit.
That's funny that we have many similar items in common! I love the water bottle - I don't use a glass for water at home even, just the bottle. With the Cat, I am a fan of it because it has many of the "must have" features that people miss in certain dumbphone models, but it's too clunky to use any super distracting apps for long. I don't have any e-wallet type things on it, just use the GPS function, browser, email, and duolingo!
Just the essentials, sweet!
The boat who wouldn’t float is such a good book!!
I’m really enjoying it so far! I loved his other big one, Never Cry Wolf 👍
@@spencers-adventures I haven’t read that one yet but it’s at my in-laws. Another good NL based book is lure of the Labrador wild!
You need a Victorinox SAK
It’s kinda ironic that this style of minimalism is actually making you carry more products
I still have an iPhone becuase I need it for my job, but I also got the Cat s22 and I love it!
once I can get a new job that i dont need to use GPS constantly and other things, I will love to switch from an iphone to cat s22
I got an ipod classic and I do not have a CD collection, but I checked out a BUNCH of CD's from the library and copied them to my pc, so that was a great way to start my music collection
Love this video!!
nice setup! somewhy im not surprised seeing bass drum of death on the ipod, good taste)
Thanks buddy! I love Bass Drum of Death. All that lo-fi garage stuff I really enjoy
I love the bottle. That's amazing!
Hey Spencer, have you tried out the Cat S22 with the Cell2Jack? Does it work well?
About to ask to get the watch you showed off for my upcoming b-day 😌
I also just subscribed
It’s a great watch - I hope you get in and enjoy it!
nice video! the water bottle was quite a surprise
Glad you liked the bottle! It was a surprise to me when I first found it at Value Village, but it's been such a good buy
To be honest if you have any self control, you don’t need a dumb phone and an iPod classic. My iPhone 13 mini had 6 apps, mainly notes and banking and I’m fine
Hey this is completely unrelated, but how do you style your hair? I've been going for a similar look but haven't been able to find a way to style it in the morning.
I have pretty thick hair so it does a lot of this on its own as long as I point it in the right direction lol.
I slick it back while showering and run my towel through it front to back afterwards, keeping it slicked but getting some of the water out. I also wear a trucker hat during part of the day so that contributes to the shape, because I put it on once it’s dried about half an hour. But that’s all - basically it just dries that way!
Hah, love the wallet, I made myself a similar one years ago that I use everyday
Love that you made it!
@@spencers-adventures same, I do some leatherwork and would like to do more. that wallets been through moves, breakups and carwreckes with me.
My gf likes the flower coin pouch. Do you happen to know the leather company that made it?
Thank you in advance
I wish I did because I'd love to recommend them. I can ask my grandfather but he bought these years and years ago so I doubt he'll remember. It's pretty unique for sure!
@@spencers-adventures thanks for responding. It is very cool pouch.
How do you manage your phone number (s) between the smart phone and your dumb phones? Are you using different numbers? Call forwarding? Thanks!
I just hope the SIM cards back and forth normally. I’ve considered getting a pay as you go annual plan for like $25 on the dumbphone as an alternative to make switching more seamless, but I haven’t done so as of yet. Thanks for the comment!
Man I wish I could do this. But as a student at uni we use a lot of group chats and apps every day, I can't just switch to a flip phone likwI always wanted. Everyone expects me to answer immediately and if I don't I'm called a weirdo
I do wonder how that wallet is called, I have been searching for something like this for cash. I have been using a dice bag for my cash haha
I love the dice bag. That's actually so sick! I can't find a similar one to mine but I've also seen these rounded rubber ones which look really good too. They would be helpful for smaller amounts of change
this guy lives my dream lifestyle
Great video 📹 👍
You say you live a simple life. But carrying around 10+ objects around with you doesn't sound simple at all.
I have thought about this idea before, and I would also say that I am trying to live a simple life, and that’s a work in progress. It may seem simple to carry and all-in-one smart-device, but these devices make our lives anything but simple. These simple items allow me to use them for their intended purpose and nothing but. Would you say our lives are more simple than someone decades ago when these smart devices didn’t exist?
Hey schizo, he's not carrying everything every moment
@@spencers-adventures depends how you use them. You can do a lot to a smartphone to simplify things.
It might be simpler to have 20 things that do one thing each than 1 thing that does infinite things
@stroll-to-nowhereit's essentially just compartmentalization for your focus. You wouldn't want to be studying or working on the same computer you have all your games, movies, and social media linked on. Distractions are always present when you have access to everything.
I enjoy the multipurpose aspect of smartphones but a dedicated device keeps you engaged with just that single function.
Can you make a review of your phone? I read some reviews but mist of them are talking bad about the phone but you don't seem to be that so I would like to see you talk about the phone
I will! I have been testing it extensively over the past few months and after this weekend I'm ready to do a review. Keep your eyes peeled for that!
@@spencers-adventures for sure I will
where did you buy that shirt😐
It’s Patagonia and I found it at a used clothing store 👍
I am so old, I remember when iPods were high tech. 👴
Combining elegance and luxury kislux
We know his girlfriend's mom is going to sneakily kidnap that bag to wash it for him.
Lol I need to show her this comment
how did you put the moisturizer label on the jar?
I have an old Dymo label maker, so I just punched it and stuck it on
@@spencers-adventures Oh, I haven't seen one of those gadgets in forever! Wow, office nostalgia!
I think you’re the first Canadian I’ve ever heard pronounce the second T in Toronto lol.
lol that’s funny. I thought about it and I definitely flip back and forth - perhaps it has to do with my speaking pace or audience. I feel like my default is Toronno but who’s to say!
Today a worldwide Global IT outage grounds planes and sends broadcasters off air occured, my brother Spencer! Thats why it is important to own everything! Cash, not digital! Please read about it on CNBC. Soon, this will happen to the internet! Thats why we are king with our gadgets!
Buddy you’re the man! I love with I see that Vince picture pop up! I will be doing a video on the outage for sure, as well as a giant flood that happened in Toronto a few days ago. Hope you’re well!
@@spencers-adventures Brother Spencer. Of course Mister McMahon is here to give a clothesline or two ;)
But you are right, brother. Too many people are fully depedent on digital and laugh about us, when we collet DVDs and BluRays still.
Think about it, The internet we know of today where everything is 24/7 available wont be anymore soon! Many influencers will be crying without their audience seeing it. Thats why your videos are very important!
Would love to see your take on that!
Thank you and have a great day.
Oh man I’m on the wrong side of RUclips. My edc is more tech filled than 99% of the population. But I am a cyber security engineer and I do wifi mapping when I’m out so that’s probably why 😂
Watching this on my cat s22 flip xD
You’re a boss!
You got too inspired from Nicholas Grafola ( looks , beard , the way of talking , the pause in speech , long hairs , and your old video intros which is here we talk about simple living 🙃) and your obvio minimalism vibe but we still love it , DESERVE A SUBSCRIBE ❤
I use a rubber band from produce for my wallet.
That’s so badass 🔥
That refillable fountain pen insert is a scam. Just use a syringe to fill up a "single use" insert.
Why is it a scam? I think each has their pros and cons - the syringe method allows for use in smaller pens but that’s the main benefit I can see