More and more young people are giving up their smartphones or smart phones, opting for simple mobile phones. They do so, above all, as a means of detoxifying social networks, pressure from the online community and the habits of this type of platform.
In particular, it is with Generation Z that mobile phones with a shell shape are the most sought after, for example, to take a break from social networks, or to help break TikTok addiction, for example. In fact, among the most popular models is the mobile phone Nokia 2660 Flip launched last year on the market.
Covered cell phones are growing in popularity again in 2023
The growing popularity of this type of simple cell phones is being felt in the market. At stake are very basic devices that contrast the most advanced Apple iPhone, Samsung Galaxy and Xiaomi smartphones on the market, full of connectivity and large screens.
Indeed, it seems now that cell phones with a cover, in the shape of a shell, are increasingly in fashion among the young public. The study was advanced by the publication CNN, in whose piece we also find the main justifications for it.
Briefly, it will be said that younger people use these mobile phones to distance themselves from social networks. Whether as a form of protest against online pressure, or simply to “clear” your head and get out of the bubble that are the main social platforms.
Get out of the bubble that are the main social networks of today
As the aforementioned piece points out, young people are leaving home more often with their basic cell phones, leaving the Apple iPhone or Samsung Galaxy in the bedroom. The motivation for this is really simple and effective, they want to stay in contact, but only to the essential extent.
In this way, distractions with YouTube, Netflix and other social networks that consume not only our attention, but also and especially our time, are avoided. At the same time, temptations with online shopping at Amazon and other online stores are avoided.
Nokia 2660 Flip phone is one of the favorites to do the “Detox”
Connectivity: 4G LTE
Storage: 32 GB
Screen: 2.6 inches
Connection: Bluetooth
big buttons
Weight: 200 grams
Still according to the aforementioned piece, some of the younger users wanted to force themselves to cut dependence on social networks such as Instagram, Facebook and especially TikTok. Furthermore, mobile phones add a retro and attractive touch.
In this way, they can finally focus 100% on everyday tasks and challenges, or simply focus on the person, friends and / or companions. In other words, they can focus more on interpersonal relationships when leaving their smartphone at home.
The piece goes further, gathering the testimony of several young people who call smartphones needy due to their undivided attention. Something that materializes in constant notifications and content always in chorillas to keep your attention.
The trend already has the support of singer Camila Cabello
The singer of Cuban origin is one of the most recent celebrities to join this trend. In her publication, Camila also takes the opportunity to note that “so maybe I can write new songs”, stressing the smaller impact on the concentration of these simple mobile phones.
Although this reality has existed since the advent of smartphones, we now see more and more people looking for something simpler and less distracting. A way of still being in contact, but allowing us to improve concentration, for example.
Out of curiosity, Camila Cabello presents a TCL mobile phone in the images, also in shell format. Once again, this is the type of mobile phone that is gaining more and more fans looking to “rest” and take a vacation from social networks.
Dove Cameron followed the same example and opted for a simple cell phone
Media exposure has its impact on the well-being and mental health of any user, especially those who live off their images. The Hollywood industry is a perfect example of this and phenomena like TikTok are already starting to sound warning signs.
For HMD Global, responsible for Nokia, this is also a new window of opportunity to put new simple phones on the market that can thus respond to the growing demand.
In short, more people want to be contactable but not always online, and much less dependent on the multiple social networks that compete for our attention.
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