Students at Ecclesfield School in Sheffield, England, participated in a three-week trial where they replaced their smartphones with basic 'brick' phones. Many described the experience as 'refreshing' and 'amazing', reporting benefits such as improved sleep, increased family time, and more outdoor activities. For instance, Maliah, 14, noted her screen time dropped from 13 hours daily, allowing her to focus on other activities. Olivia, 11, found the transition challenging but appreciated the time spent outside and with family. Despite the positive feedback, most students, including Zerdesht and Flynn, expressed concerns about the implications of a government ban on social media for under-16s, arguing that it could disrupt friendships built online. Liz Hunter, the school's curriculum lead, highlighted rising issues with attention and attendance linked to social media, noting that some students were managing only four to six hours of sleep. Kanishka Narayan, the minister for AI and online safety, mentioned that over 10,000 young people contributed to the ongoing consultation regarding social media access, emphasizing the need for safer online environments rather than outright bans.