Flexible electronics are a new type of electronics that are flexible like human skin, unlike traditional rigid circuits. They are made by mounting electronic devices on flexible plastic substrates using techniques like transfer bonding or direct fabrication. Flexible electronics have applications in smart cards, electronic paper, displays, and wearable devices. They offer advantages like thinner profiles, lighter weight, and better energy efficiency compared to rigid circuits. However, flexible electronics also face challenges like higher costs and the need for precision manufacturing methods. With continued advances, flexible electronics are expected to greatly impact the electronics industry and enable new applications.