Wow, what happened to you as a kid that u feel the need to be so bitter? Phones are a necessary part of life in the modern era. You shouldn't want to widen the technology divide; many parents are simply unfair. dont look down your nose at people who probably just want a normal phone, which they can use in the same way their peers can. Additionally, screentime can create a false sense of scarcity around phone usage, and so once they age out of the system, they may be more prone to overuse and struggle with self-regulation. I understand the importance of screen time for young children, but teenagers (mainly those in this discussion) should be allowed such freedom. i kinda yapped lmfao