Fastcompany iconFastcompanyOct 16, 2026 ~1 min source read

Gen Z is bringing back something the digital age was supposed to replace

For the generation that grew up with devices at their fingertips and social media as an extension of their life, a new shift is pushing Gen Z away from the screen and toward the real world. A 2026 report by Quad and The Harris Poll explored how consumer behavior is changing in favor of physical experiences, finding tha

Gen Z is bringing back something the digital age was supposed to replace

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