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Some in Gen Z ditching smartphones

Gen Z grew up glued to smartphones, but a growing number are choosing to disconnect. They're ditching social media and, in some cases, their smartphones altogether. CBS News' Maya Blackstone reports.

Published August 3, 2026, 1:05 AM

Updated August 3, 2026, 1:55 AM2.1K

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Gen Z grew up glued to smartphones, but a growing number are choosing to disconnect. They're ditching social media and, in some cases, their smartphones altogether. CBS News' Maya Blackstone reports.

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Some in Gen Z ditching smartphones

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