The Infantilization of society continues...

Is it just me or is everyone getting stupider, unable to complete the simplest of tasks without someone helping them or consulting a "smart"phone application?

While browsing Lifehacker, a site I quite like, I came across this reader's question:

Any[one] have suggestions on tools to open those clamshell plastic packages? I usually try a combination of scissors and a knife but would definitely appreciate something easier.

Easier?! Tools don't get much simpler than a knife or scissors!

Cue the Dunce Apocalypse.