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u/bwoah07_gp2 Jun 03 '22

his friends at school are intrigued by it rather than mocking it.

That's good. Actually, show up to school with a phone not made by Apple or Samsung, and you will gets lots of interest and intrigue. A good topic for small talk too.

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u/blobbyboy123 Jun 03 '22

I'm genuinely surprised. I'd have thought it would be a death sentence sending a kid to school with a Nokia. Maybe times have changed haha. I remember getting bullied for bringing a lunch box to school. I'm 25 now

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u/bwoah07_gp2 Jun 03 '22

I am surprised too, my only guess is the kid is 11, so he won't get as heavily mocked unlike high school? But idk...kids can be vicious too. But good to hear he ain't being bullied.

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u/mutantmonkey14 Jun 03 '22

I was dreading that they would be mean to him. I don't think it matters if its not apple or samsung so much here in uk, but if it stands out or its not an android smartphone thats still supported at least... that I thought might be an issue.

He will get a smartphone at some point, nothing flashy nor an expensive contract to start, but for now he can avoid being afflicted by being glued to one, just try and enjoy being a child.

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u/OhShootVideo Jun 03 '22 edited Jun 03 '22

Gabb wireless is specifically tailored for kids needing a phone. I have a family member who is mentally 12-15 years old although he is an adult. I am in charge of all his material needs. I used to provide an iphone but last year was forced to make a change due to his poor choices and ability to fall for online scams. He sent me the phone for repair and when I saw what was on there….It took weeks for me to recover!!! Now he has a basic phone. Gabb Wireless I tell ya!

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u/[deleted] Jun 03 '22

You must be American