A Growing Trend: Ditching Smartphones for 'Dumb Phones'

Law student Lucy Long ditched her iPhone for a Barbie flip phone, citing a desire to disconnect from digital and reconnect with others. The popularity of "dumb phones" has grown since 2020, driven by nostalgia and a rebellion against smartphones. Google Trends data shows searches for "dumb phones" have increased significantly, and Nokia has launched new flip phone models. Experts attribute the trend to a desire for digital hygiene and a desire to reconnect with others.