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1 month ago

Privacy technologies

Apple's updated parental controls will require kids to get permission to text new numbers

fromBusiness Insider

Mental health

TikTok is trying to be better for children. Parents are skeptical.

Privacy professionals

Parents don't use' parental controls on Facebook and Instagram, says Nick Clegg

1 month ago

Privacy technologies

Apple's updated parental controls will require kids to get permission to text new numbers

Mental health

fromBusiness Insider

TikTok is trying to be better for children. Parents are skeptical.

TikTok has introduced new safety features aimed at protecting children, although advocates believe they may not adequately address deeper issues.

Privacy professionals

Parents don't use' parental controls on Facebook and Instagram, says Nick Clegg

Parenting

How To Set Up Parental Controls On Switch 2

Gadgets

Switch 2 Camera: Nintendo Responds To Safety And Spying Concerns

Nintendo's new GameChat feature emphasizes safety, allowing users to control who can access video chat functions before using the feature.

fromPolygon

Gadgets

Here's what the Switch 2's C button actually does

1 month ago

Parenting

How To Set Up Parental Controls On Switch 2

Gadgets

Switch 2 Camera: Nintendo Responds To Safety And Spying Concerns

Nintendo's new GameChat feature emphasizes safety, allowing users to control who can access video chat functions before using the feature.

fromPolygon

Gadgets

Here's what the Switch 2's C button actually does

more#nintendo-switch-2

TikTok's surprising new feature sets a bedtime for teens (but anyone can turn it on)

TikTok introduces features to help teens reduce late-night scrolling through meditation and enhanced parental controls.

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

TikTok launches brand new feature that's been made just for teenagers

TikTok introduces Wind Down tool to promote mindfulness and support teen wellbeing by restricting app use after 10pm.

Marketing tech

TikTok's surprising new feature sets a bedtime for teens (but anyone can turn it on)

TikTok introduces features to help teens reduce late-night scrolling through meditation and enhanced parental controls.

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

TikTok launches brand new feature that's been made just for teenagers

TikTok introduces Wind Down tool to promote mindfulness and support teen wellbeing by restricting app use after 10pm.

Skip the iPad: This tablet is way better for kids - plus, it's on sale for $140

The Fire HD 10 Kids Pro tablet offers enhanced features for kids, making it a solid choice for parents seeking durability and value.

Despite improvements, it does not outperform an iPad but is significantly more affordable.

#apple

fromGadgets 360

Apple

Apple Rolls Out watchOS 11.5 and macOS 15.5 With These New Features

Apple

iOS 18.5 is out now

fromSocial Media Today

5 months ago

Apple

Apple Implements New Age Rating Categories for Apps

fromGadgets 360

Apple

Apple Rolls Out watchOS 11.5 and macOS 15.5 With These New Features

Apple

iOS 18.5 is out now

The update includes new features like a Pride wallpaper, improved parental notifications, and expanded purchase options.

Notable bug fixes enhance user experience by resolving screen display issues.

Apple

fromSocial Media Today

5 months ago

Apple Implements New Age Rating Categories for Apps

Apple introduces new features for age restrictions on apps but avoids imposing direct limitations itself.

more#apple

fromWIRED

Netgear's Orbi 770 Brought Wi-Fi 7 Harmony to My Family's Home

Netgear Armor provides extensive security features, including malware blocking and VPN but requires subscriptions for full parental control functionality, which is more expensive than competitors.

Gadgets

Artificial intelligence

Google is going to let kids use its Gemini AI

Google is introducing Gemini AI Apps for children, with parental guidance and safety features.

Parents are advised to discuss AI usage with their children to ensure safe interactions.

#google

Artificial intelligence

Google will soon start letting kids under 13 use its Gemini chatbot | TechCrunch

Gadgets

Gemini for kids is rolling out, and it comes with 3 warnings from Google

Artificial intelligence

Google will soon start letting kids under 13 use its Gemini chatbot | TechCrunch

Gadgets

Gemini for kids is rolling out, and it comes with 3 warnings from Google

more#google

fromFast Company

Instagram is testing AI to flag teen users and enforce safety settings

Instagram will proactively identify potentially teenage users and apply "Teen Account" settings, aiming to enhance their online protection amid growing scrutiny over teens' safety.

Social media marketing

Privacy technologies

fromEntrepreneur

Secure Your Family's Digital Life for $16 | Entrepreneur

AdGuard offers a comprehensive solution for digital clutter and online safety at an attractive one-time price.

#roblox

fromMashable India

Privacy technologies

Roblox Launches New Parental Controls, Including Friend Blocking And Game Insights

Privacy technologies

Roblox enables parents to block experiences and friends | TechCrunch

Parenting

Roblox parental controls now include a block button

fromwww.bbc.com

Privacy technologies

Parents allowed to block children's games and friends on Roblox

Parenting

Roblox will let parents block people on their child's friends list

Privacy technologies

Parents: tell us about your child's experience of playing Roblox

fromMashable India

Privacy technologies

Roblox Launches New Parental Controls, Including Friend Blocking And Game Insights

Privacy technologies

Roblox enables parents to block experiences and friends | TechCrunch

Parenting

Roblox parental controls now include a block button

fromwww.bbc.com

Privacy technologies

Parents allowed to block children's games and friends on Roblox

Roblox will let parents block people on their child's friends list

Roblox enhances parental controls, allowing greater oversight of children's interactions and experiences on the platform.

Privacy technologies

Parents: tell us about your child's experience of playing Roblox

more#roblox

New PS5 Update Brings Big Changes To Activity Settings

The PS5's latest update enhances user experience with full activity displays, new emoji support, and revised parental controls.

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

Setting Parental Controls Is Not As Complicated As You Think

Parental controls are essential for managing children's screen time and providing an age-appropriate viewing experience.

fromScary Mommy

Got A Kid Who Wants To Play Fortnite? Here Are Five Important Questions To Ask Them

Involving your child in setting up their Fortnite account aids in understanding safety features and fostering gaming-related conversations.

fromBusiness Insider

My tweens found a way around the parental controls on their devices. Google paid them thousands to explain how.

Last year, I noticed that my older daughter, Camille, was spending a lot of time on her tablet. I would adjust the time limits and settings, only to have them default to a more lax setting.

Women in technology

Kids can bypass anything if they're clever enough!' How tech experts keep their children safe online

Digital parents need to embrace a balanced mindset rather than solely focusing on strict digital controls.

Social media marketing

fromThe Drum

Why TikTok wants to limit how often teens use its app

TikTok enhances teen safety features and partners with educational organizations to promote balanced digital habits.

Privacy technologies

Utah becomes the first state to pass an app store age verification bill

Utah's legislation mandates age verification for app downloads, a first for the U.S. aimed at enhancing online safety for minors.

Marketing tech

fromMacworld

5 months ago

This $16 trick makes ads disappear on the web and YouTube

AdGuard offers a lifetime subscription for ad blocking across multiple devices, enhancing user experience by eliminating intrusive ads.

6 months ago

Samsung's Galaxy Watch for Kids software makes Wear OS a family affair

Samsung and Google unveil 'Galaxy Watch for Kids', a safe and engaging smartwatch experience for children with parental controls and fun features.

6 months ago

Skip the iPad: This Amazon Fire tablet redfines what a kids tablet can do (and it's on sale)

The Fire HD 10 Kids Pro tablet is designed for children aged six to 12, featuring a slimmer design, better performance, strong parental controls, and a two-year screen repair guarantee.

Parenting

7 months ago

Character.AI has retrained its chatbots to stop chatting up teens

Character.AI has announced the launch of parental controls for teenage users, implementing a separate language model tailored to provide safer interaction for minors.

Miscellaneous

Skip the iPad: This tablet is redefining what a kids tablet can do, and it's 42% off for Black Friday

The Fire HD 10 Kids Pro tablet is a well-rounded option for children ages 6-12, balancing performance, durability, and parental controls at an affordable price.

#snapchat

Miscellaneous

Snapchat will soon be able to alert parents when their teen leaves or arrives at certain locations | TechCrunch

Digital life

Snapchat will let parents track their kids through Family Center

Miscellaneous

Snapchat will soon be able to alert parents when their teen leaves or arrives at certain locations | TechCrunch

Digital life

Snapchat will let parents track their kids through Family Center

Privacy professionals

Instagram Adds Privacy Restrictions for Teen Accounts to Give Parents 'Peace of Mind'

Privacy professionals

Instagram is putting every teen into a more private and restrictive new account

fromTheWrap

Privacy professionals

Instagram Adds Privacy Restrictions for Teen Accounts to Give Parents 'Peace of Mind'