"Oh, certainly. I feel like there's no getting away with something like this, you know? No matter where in the city you are, as long as you've got this you can talk to anyone, anytime. It sounds very convenient, but at the same time, you're right. Sometimes you don't want to hear about it.

"But -- I hope you keep it on you, at least! You're my roommate; I'd like to be able to make sure you can reach me any time you need me."