A reflective essay imagining a future where AI enables a return to physical, paper-based workflows without sacrificing digital convenience. The author envisions using handwritten notes, index cards, and physical spaces as primary interfaces — with AI handling transcription and synchronization behind the scenes. Critiques modern screens for being small, antisocial, and distraction-prone, referencing Bret Victor's Dynamicland project. Argues that operating systems and browsers should offer single-purpose, distraction-free modes. Closes with a pastoral vision: high tech enabling us to spend less time on screens while retaining all the benefits of digital tools.
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