The Case for the Precautionary Principle It's a rite of passage for kids: Getting that first cell phone.
The "cool" factor is high. They're excited. They're in constant contact with friends and family. And there's nothing like the thrill of giving out that personal phone number for the first time. Calling, texting, surfing the Web, viewing videos. A world of instant information and communication right at their fingertips — something many Gen Z'ers see as a status symbol.