Last week I happily took quite a few photos on the nocturnal London to Brighton ride. This is something I obviously do all the time. It was only when I was on my way back from the ride that disaster struck - although I didn’t actually realise what had happened until last night!
Today I was due to take part in one of the wonderful rides that Ross puts on. I had been looking forward to it and, late last night, was in full preparation mode when I discovered that my ageing iPhone was in trouble. More specifically, the camera.
Trying to take a photo proved impossible. At first, I had nothing showing on the screen, then everything would look normal before freezing. It then progressed to slow motion and eventually to complete blackness. I consulted the internet and tried everything it suggested. I even tried restoring my iPhone from a previous backup. Nothing worked.
My iPhone almost seemed to cough before finally giving up and entering the territory of the deceased phone. Knowing that I needed a phone for recreation, work and life in general, I had to resort to emailing poor Ross to explain that I would be doing just that, rather than attending his ride.
So, this morning I was up and out with Mrs Orange and found a suitable replacement. I never buy the latest model and always settle for something that is a little older. My new phone fits that description, but the camera setup is better than my old one and it has more storage, so I was pleased.
As I mentioned, the old camera was a few years old. The battery was on its way out and, despite always having a screen cover and using a case, it had suffered some almighty drops over the years.
I suspect I finally pushed it too far while cycling through my beloved Barbican - yes, you guessed it, taking an ill-advised photo while in motion. I dropped the phone and I think the front wheel of the G-Line ran over it, although I cannot be certain.
I suppose I am writing this blog post to remind myself that I do like all things analogue. Fountain pens, notebooks... There is something rather comforting about them.
It is strange how dependent we have become on our phones. For me, the big draw has always been having access to a camera wherever I am, ready to snap anything that catches my interest (and, yes, lots of photos of my Brompton!). Perhaps we shouldn't be quite so dependent on them. Although, having said that, I am rather pleased with the new phone and its camera!
Until next time, stay safe out there people!
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