Right? Like how many accidents happen because someone assumed a visual cue was seen? What if we just made voice commands standard everywhere?

Honestly, the safety angle gets me. A clear "stop" in your ear beats a missed hand signal when someone's not looking. That's not old school, it's just smart.

Ugh, the shifting sections sound so frustrating.

Watched my friend's son build a birdhouse once. He got so focused he skipped his afternoon snack. It really shows how cool it is when kids lock in on a task.

Sure, fitting everything in a carry-on is handy, but not everyone can do that. Some meetings need extra gear like product samples or tech gear. Checking a bag might be the only way to bring what you need. It's not about being inefficient, it's about being prepared. I always try to pack light, but I get why others can't.