A Growing Trend: Ditching Smartphones for 'Dumb Phones'
ByAinvest
Saturday, Jan 3, 2026 12:37 am ET1min read
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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.

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