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Restaurants are banning phones to improve the dining experience. The idea is that without digital distractions, customers will engage more with their companions and the food, leading to a more enjoyable and memorable visit. This push for 'digital detox' aims to foster genuine human connection, which some believe has been lost in the age of constant connectivity.
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