I guess it's a cool life hack to combat phone addiction 😅 But at the same time, I'm so dependent on my phone that the only way I'll use an old flip phone is alongside my smartphone. Maybe, just maybe, if Apple gets into the game, I'll consider it, but for now, I'll just enjoy watching Gen Z bring stuff back from history books.
I tried a flip phone for a week and honestly… I kinda miss the stupid little click when it shuts
karrinaaaa
Mar 19
hi folks, I’ve been feeling a bit overwhelmed by constant pings and endless scrolling lately, so I decided to try a little experiment.
Okay so I picked up a dumb little flip phone for a week just to disconnect a bit—no notifications, no doomscrolling, just vibes. And yeah, it was inconvenient as hell for maps, group chats, and anything email-related. But there’s something wildly satisfying about physically ending a call with a snap. It’s like slamming a door but polite.
Also noticed people actually looked at me when I used it in public—some with nostalgia, some with confusion. And the battery? It laughed in the face of my usual daily charging routine. But then I missed being able to instantly Google “why does my cat stare at walls.” Tradeoffs.
Now that companies like Samsung and Motorola are making foldables sexy again (and charging $$$ for them), I wonder if we’re heading toward a legit flip phone revival—or just some nostalgia-baiting gimmick phase.
Anyone else tempted to downgrade for sanity, or do you think this whole flip phone comeback is just hipster cosplay with worse UX?
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@jiro I don’t think I could fully commit without having my smartphone nearby as a safety net as well😀 😀 😀
@karrinaaaa because how are you gonna post on Instagram that you use flip phone now? haha
There’s something deeply satisfying about snapping a flip phone shut. It’s like a built-in mic drop for your daily conversations.
I reckon the flip phone revival is a bit of both—part nostalgia, part practical reaction to the always-on digital overload. The old-school versions definitely force a slower, more intentional way of using a phone. No endless feeds, no notifications—just actual presence. But then, yeah, you trade off modern conveniences like Google Maps and instant access to info.
The new foldables bring back that tactile nostalgia but still have smart features. The problem is, they’re priced like premium flagships, so they’re more of a luxury statement than a real “disconnect” tool. Makes me wonder—do we actually miss the flip phone experience, or just the simplicity it represents?
If you’re tempted to downgrade, maybe there's a middle ground? You could try getting a basic phone for weekends or a digital detox, but keep a smart one for everything else.
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