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Is a basic flip phone better for your mental health? Why some are downgrading their devices to tune out techno stress.

With enough force, almost every phone can fold in half – not even the best smartphones on sale are immune from brute strength. But only a few can do it without suffering terminal damage. From retro ...

Motorola's latest Razr might just be the best option for customers that want a flip phone without caring about the best ...

These phones often feature robust build quality, with hinges designed for durability. Flip smartphones also offer a unique user experience with split-screen capabilities, allowing for more ...

While foldable-style phones like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are my preference, it seems that flip-style phones are likely to be the bigger sellers, largely thanks to ...

One thing we really hope gets fixed for the iPhone Flip is iOS' multitasking ability. It's easy to switch apps in iOS, but you can't run apps side-by-side like you can on an iPad or Android phone ...

And while I still prefer flip phones, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold gave ... but the foldable form factor makes it so easy to set the phone down while still viewing a still-large video on half the display.