Smartphones in Schools and Concerts: The Rise of Phone-Free Spaces
Friday, 2026/01/30111 words2 minutes165 reads
Some schools and music shows are saying no to phones. They use special bags to lock phones away. This helps students focus on learning. At shows, it lets people enjoy the music more.
Paul McCartney had a show where no one could use their phone. He said it was better this way. Many singers like this idea. It helps them perform better.
Some students like not having phones at school. They say it's nice to talk to friends without distractions. Parents think kids are safer with phones for travel, though.
More places might start using these phone bags. It could be good for people's minds to have a break from phones.
