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Are Dumb Phones the New Thing?

Are Dumb Phones the New Thing?

Update: 2025-07-01

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In this cultural update for Christian parents, Kelly examines the trend of Gen Z opting for dumb phones and embracing Blackberry phones. News outlets are reporting this but are teens and young adults actually getting tired of their iPhones and boldly embracing dumb phones? This sounds amazing….and totally too good to be true.

Articles referenced:

Gen Z is swapping their smartphones for this retro alternative: ‘Need a social media detox’

Who Wants a Blackberry? Apparently, Gen Z.

Scripture referenced:

Proverbs 14:12

Matthew 11:28

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Are Dumb Phones the New Thing?

Are Dumb Phones the New Thing?

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