In this episode of the Scroll Sanity Podcast, hosts Nic and Carmella delve into the balance between technology and daily life with Austin Boer and Brennan Jordan, co-founders of SLEKE. Inspired by their time in Asia, Austin and Brennan discuss the development of SLEKE, a device designed to provide essential smartphone functionalities with minimal distractions, filling the gap between basic phones and traditional smartphones. They also announce the launch of their pre-order campaign on Sleke.io. Nic shares his insights as a beta tester, giving listeners a glimpse into how the device integrates into everyday life. Additionally, Carmella updates listeners on her latest Substack posts and teases an upcoming series about teens and smartphones, promising engaging discussions on how young people manage digital life.
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SLEKE.io Website
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Finding "Phone-Life" Balance with SLEKE. Co-Founders Austin Boer & Brennan Jordan