The whole dependency on phone line/number is staggering. You can't do anything nowadays without a number. Can't apply for a visa, buy anything online or do your taxes. All of this while phone calls are anti-feature - they are low quality, abused by scammers and (at least on iOS) - no way to disable entirely.
What's even more weird - if you happen not own a phone - there's no digital service/website where you can call 911 (or local equivalent). You can't even text 911 in most countries.
What's even more weird - if you happen not own a phone - there's no digital service/website where you can call 911 (or local equivalent). You can't even text 911 in most countries.