What The World Looked Like Without Cellphones

The video captures a bustling New York City in March 2000, where the streets are alive with the rhythm of urban life. Pedestrians, dressed in a mix of casual and business attire, navigate the sidewalks with purpose, while classic yellow cabs weave through traffic. Iconic storefronts and billboards line the avenues, offering a snapshot of pre-digital era advertisements. Snow patches linger from a recent storm, adding a touch of winter's end to the city's vibrant energy. The absence of smartphones and digital distractions highlights a time when interactions and experiences were deeply rooted in the physical world.

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New York City in March of the year 2000, not a phone in sight pic.twitter.com/NUmxgnzTeS

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