Smartphones as digital teddy bears offer incredible connectivity and access to information but introduce elements that may contribute to a derealization of corporeality by altering how individuals perceive, interact with, and present their physical selves in the digital realm. The challenge is to find a balance that acknowledges the benefits of digital connectivity while preserving the richness of embodied experiences. The use of smartphones for navigation has altered how people perceive and navigate physical spaces. The overreliance on GPS has diminished the need for permaculture- a deep relation and understanding of physical surroundings. (93) [GKK-10]
[Han, 2022]