Make a Smartphone Kid-Friendly With This Simple Apple Feature

Texas’ app-store law is giving parents more control of kids’ phones

I recently had to explain Apple Pay to my parents. They love it now, but getting there required patience, repetition and a fair amount of starting over. We ended the way those sessions usually end, with them saying: “That’s so easy, I had no idea it was so simple.” The thing is, it was not... The post Texas’ app-store law is giving parents more control of kids’ phones first appeared on Texas Public Policy Foundation.

Buying the Yoto Player was the simple switch that helped my son forget about his tablet

The Yoto Player has become one of my favourite parenting essentials for encouraging screen free fun.

This Buried Apple Feature Turns an iPhone Into the Perfect Kids’ Dumb Phone

Apple built a tool for people with cognitive disabilities, but I accidentally discovered it’s also the best kids’ phone setup no one is talking about—not even Apple.

A Mom Told Her Daughter to Get a Summer Job to Help Pay for a New iPhone — Her Daughter Says That’s Forcing Her to Work Against Her Will

This is what good parenting looks like — it's not always pretty, but it gets results. The post A Mom Told Her Daughter to Get a Summer Job to Help Pay for a New iPhone — Her Daughter Says That’s Forcing Her to Work Against Her Will appeared first on TwistedSifter.

98% of parents support restricting minors' smartphone use, survey finds

98% of parents support restricting minors' smartphone use, survey finds

Revisiting my teenage hangout spots with the vivo X300 FE

With this new content-ready phone, I’m not healing my inner child – I’m celebrating my inner teen!

Screens before age two may come with serious developmental risks, study warns

Researchers say babies and toddlers under two should avoid regular screen time, warning that phones and tablets can displace play, sleep, language exposure, and caregiver interaction.

These 7 wellness gadgets helped me become more mindful (and they're on sale)

Summer is the perfect time to focus on your overall wellness, and these devices can help. Plus, they are all discounted during Amazon Prime Day.

US Supreme Court clears path for Texas to enforce app age verification law

Parents must approve app downloads for minors as legal fight over Texas age verification law continues.

The Supreme Court lets Texas turn Apple and Google into the internet’s age gate

Texas can now make Apple and Google check how old you are before you download an app. The Supreme Court just let the rule stand. The US Supreme Court has refused to block a Texas law aimed at app stores, the Associated Press reports. The rule forces Apple and Google to verify users’ ages and [] This story continues at The Next Web

Smartphones Didn’t Ruin Fertility, The Left Did

A new study claims smartphones are the main driver of the collapsing U.S. birth rate, which has fallen by one-quarter since 2007. So did the iPhone eat the kids, or is there another reason Americans aren’t having kids anymore? To answer that, let’s look at the study in question. It basically argues that technology has had a ...

Apple Brings 5 New Games to Apple Arcade, Led by Family Feud Pocket

Apple has officially launched Family Feud Pocket on its Apple Arcade subscription service. The newly added mobile title brings the long-running television game show to the gaming service, complete with authentic trivia mechanics and virtual hosting by Steve Harvey. The launch kicks off a busy week for the platform, which will expand its catalogue further [] The post Apple Brings 5 New Games to Apple Arcade, Led by Family Feud Pocket first appeared on iPhone in Canada.

Hailey Bieber Shares Lookalike Pic of Justin Bieber and Jack on Father’s Day

Justin and Hailey Bieber have given fans several glimpses into their life as parents via social media since welcoming son Jack in August 2024. “WELCOME HOME JACK BLUES BIEBER ,” Justin wrote alongside a sweet Instagram snap of the newborn’s foot in 2024, confirming his birth. While the pair have yet to show their son’s []

The best tablet deals for Prime Day: Save on iPads and Galaxy Tabs

During Prime Day, we're tracking deals on tablets. Right now, save big on OnePlus, Samsung, and Apple tablets.

"Toy Story 5" Scores Year’s Biggest Debut with $160 Million, Shattering Franchise Opening Weekend Record

Kids these days might prefer tech to toys, but Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and Jessie still got it.

Screen time can damage under-twos’ development, landmark study suggests

Exclusive: Researchers call for urgent investigation of risks to babies of tablets, smartphones and other digital devicesScreen time for babies and toddlers under the age of two has been linked with long-term negative effects on health and quality of life and should be avoided, according to a landmark study.It warns that using screens during that period may lead to wide-ranging developmental concerns and calls for further urgent investigation of the risks smartphones, tablets and other digital devices pose to infants. Continue reading...

Want to Raise Successful Kids in the Age of Screens? Science Says Good Luck With That

Is totally unrealistic advice ever any good?

Five Hidden Android Settings That Can Dramatically Improve Battery Life

Simple changes to a few overlooked Android settings can noticeably increase your smartphone's battery life, helping you spend more time between charges while reducing long-term battery wear. Disable Power-Hungry Features Writing for MakeUseOf, technology journalist Jorge Aguilar highlighted several hidden Android settings that can improve battery performance. One of his top recommendations is scheduling dark mode to activate automatically. Devices equipped with OLED displays consume less power when dark mode is enabled because black pixels require little or no energy.

Study: Most Parents, Children Use Screens During Dinner; Experts Warn of Lost Connection

(NaturalNews) A new study published Monday in JAMA Pediatrics found that the majority of parents and their young children use electronic devices during dinner, a ha...

Vice and Virtue in the American Republic

Recently I watched my two-and-a-half-year-old granddaughter at play. She toddled up and down the side porch, stopping to eat a bite of the apple slice her mother had given her, fingering some Play-Mobile figurines, pausing to gaze out across the small side yard. She’s a bright kid with a large vocabulary, compliments of her seven

I taught my Samsung phone a hidden back-tap shortcut, and now I can't stop

You can tap the back of your phone to open apps, run commands, and make your Galaxy easier to use with one hand.

The Kids’ Birthday Gifts Scary Mommy Editors Swear By

They're affordable, won't get donated within the year, and always well-received. Yep, these are parenting editors' best kids' birthday gift ideas.

Iowa Families Can Once Again Access Summer EBT Benefits

Iowa Families Can Once Again Access Summer EBT Benefits

Foldable iPhone Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold 8, Pixel 11 and Other Phones Launching in 2026

While we've already seen multiple phone launches so far, Samsung, Apple and Google are gearing up for some exciting announcements (including an all-new wide-screen Galaxy Fold) this year.

Date night, anyone? NYC launching free babysitting program for parents

Date night, anyone? NYC launching free babysitting program for parents

New mobile app introduced for prisoners' families

New mobile app introduced for prisoners' families

65 Bougie Things Under $20 That Are So Cool

It’s all about being in the know. Here are all the bougie things under 20 that are so cool.

Best Smartphones Under Rs. 15,000 in India

Budget smartphones today may not entice any first time smartphone users, but they do handle the basics well. From running apps smoothly to offering big displays and delivering good battery life. This...

Cool Gifts for 9-Year-Old Boys: Ideas That Go Beyond the Obvious

Home Business Magazine Online Learn about the cool gifts for 9-year-old boys that go beyond the usual toys, with creative, educational, and exciting ideas they'll love. The post Cool Gifts for 9-Year-Old Boys: Ideas That Go Beyond the Obvious appeared first on Home Business Magazine.

We found one lifetime license that can replace 27 subscriptions, and it's only $30

TL;DR: Get the enSili Mac Bundle and grab 27 native Mac apps for 30. Mac users tend to collect weird little utilities like trading cards. A clipboard manager that actually remembers things. A font wrangler that doesn't make you cry. Some doohickey that frees up the RAM macOS hoards like a dragon. — Read the rest The post We found one lifetime license that can replace 27 subscriptions, and it's only 30 appeared first on Boing Boing.

Family Feud Pocket is bite-sized fun for the whole family

As someone who’s occasionally watched Family Feud with his mum, I’ve been pleasantly surprised by Gameloft’s Family Feud Pocket. On the whole, it’s a smartly streamlined version of the best parts of the iconic game show, making it satisfying to pick up and play every day through Apple Arcade. First off, it’s got a charming cartoon art []