I have my "dumb" phone still and have no issues using it. I only have to charge it once a week. It does what I want, text and talk. It does handle photos that other people send me but it can't take a picture. I have a camera for that purpose. However, when it dies I will be FORCED to get a smart phone with all it gadgets and time consuming apps. and at this point don't have a clue which one to go for because of all the confusion out there on which mobile is better? On saying this, I do like technology but used correctly.
I have a 'regular' Nokia that takes photos, has internet access so I don't see the need to get a smartphone right now.
Plus while I'm on a limited budget, I can't find a smartphone on a prepaid plan, they're all contracts of $200+ over two years or so.
I do miss out on apps like public transport times, though.