With smartphones banned and Spotify blocked on school-issued devices, students are forced to adapt. Texas House Bill 1481 stated that if the device has any wireless communication abilities, it cannot be used during school hours. Students are limited to handheld, wired devices. While some music-loving students use small MP3 players, such as the Apple iPod, others have taken inspiration from their parents by bringing CD players or even the iconic Walkman to school.
