SEOUL, Jan 26 — South Korean teenagers are increasingly turning to Instagram handles rather than phone numbers to stay connected with new acquaintances, according to a recent...
Instagram emerged as the top choice for initial connections, with 97.5 per cent of teens naming it their preferred platform. — AFP picas a first-time user . Exclusively for Malay Mail readers: Use codeSEOUL, Jan 26 — South Korean teenagers are increasingly turning to Instagram handles rather than phone numbers to stay connected with new acquaintances, according to a recent survey.reported that the survey, conducted by Woori Bank with 3,729 respondents aged 14 to 18, found that 70.
Despite its dominance in daily communication, KakaoTalk was notably less popular for first-time interactions. Instagram’s messaging features and visual tools, such as stories and reels, provide a more comfortable way to interact.While phone numbers are perceived as personal, an Instagram profile allows teens to vet potential connections and present a curated version of their lives.
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