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Smartphones are so distracting that people want their flip phones back
Back when the first cell phones with touchscreens came out, people couldn’t ditch their outdated flip phones fast enough. But now, when the average American spends nearly five-and-a-half hours a day on their phone, the trend is reversing. People are looking for ways to break their smartphone addiction while still staying connected to friends and family, and many have found that going back to flip phones is a pretty good solution. And so, in the year 2024, flip phones are kind of having a moment.
For two years in a row, sales of flip phones have been increasing. Yes, they’re still available from brands like Nokia and Lively — usually marketed toward seniors since they’re easier to use than the latest, feature-packed smartphones. But users of all ages are embracing flip phones — according to USA Today, searches for flip phones have increased “15,369% over the past year among Gen Z and younger Millennials.”
In this article: Nokia – 2780 Flip Phone (Unlocked), Lively – Jitterbug Flip2 Cell Phone for Seniors and Easyfone Prime-A1 Pro 4G Easy-to-Use Flip Cell Phone
If you’re ready to make a digital downgrade and eliminate mindless scrolling, binge watching and other bad habits that smartphones tend to reinforce, this article is a good place to start — we’ve rounded up some of the most popular models of flip phones you can buy right now. Whether you’re just curious about this trend or ready to commit to a simpler cell phone lifestyle, check them out below.
Shop some of the most popular flip phones on the market right now
Nokia – 2780 Flip Phone (Unlocked)
If you grew up when cell phones were first coming onto the scene, you’ve probably already owned a Nokia. Did you know you can still buy them? And for less than a tenth of the cost of the latest iPhone.
Lively – Jitterbug Flip2 Cell Phone for Seniors
Jitterbug phones are marketed for seniors, but their pared-down features appeal to users of all ages who are looking for straightforward phones.
Easyfone Prime-A1 Pro 4G Easy-to-Use Flip Cell Phone
This flip phone is affordable, simple and ready to use with T-Mobile, MetroPCS, SpeedTalk and Tello Mobile.
Simbros AT&T Cingular Flip 4 Smartflip
This flip phone has a long-lasting battery and comes with a SIM card that’s ready to use on AT&T networks.
The RAZR was the must-have phone in the 2000s. You can still use it today. This one is unlocked so you can use it on any network.
Cat S22 Flip (16GB) 2.8″ Touchscreen, Android 11
This upgraded flip phone has a touchscreen inside, combining the best of both worlds of smart- and flip-phone features.
Alcatel GO FLIP V 4051S Verizon 4G LTE
Verizon users can set up this flip phone right away, since it’s ready to use on that network.
Kyocera AT&T Flip Phone GSM 4G LTE
Flip phones are already known for their durability, but this one is extra tough, with a waterproof, dustproof and shock-resistant casing.
Razr 5G | Unlocked| Made for US by Motorola
Get the RAZR in another color — blush gold — also unlocked and ready to use on any cellular network.
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