S. Korea’s answer to teen digital addiction? A ‘teen-only smartphone’

Inquirer.net - Sep 16, 2026

South Korea’s Education Minister Choi Kyo-jin said Monday he would put a dedicated ministry unit in charge of exploring a government-backed smartphone for teenagers, as concerns grow over digital addiction among children. “If necessary, I will designate a dedicated department within the Education Ministry to actively address the issue,” Choi said during an interpellation session

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