Overview

• Many cafés are banning laptops to address economic challenges as remote workers often occupy tables for hours while ordering minimally.
• The bans aim to restore a lively and social café atmosphere, encouraging conversations and reducing the 'workplace' vibe.
• Some cafés now offer separate co-working spaces with fees, providing amenities like internet access and water to accommodate workers.
• The restrictions have polarized customers, with some praising the digital detox and others criticizing the loss of flexibility.
• Café owners face enforcement challenges, and while some consider extending bans to smartphones, they acknowledge practical limitations.