mobile devices/tablets Archive

  • Snapchat is a phone app used to send photos and videos to friends. The unique feature of the app is straight out of “Mission Impossible” - once viewed, the photo self-destructs in a matter of seconds. The app may offer a false sense of security for teens who think they can send an embarrassing picture without consequences.

    What is Snapchat? Is Snapchat okay for kids?

    Posted on January 4, 2013 | 10 Comments
    Snapchat is a phone app used to send photos and videos to friends. The unique feature of the app is straight out of “Mission Impossible” - once viewed, the photo self-destructs in a matter of seconds. The app may offer a false sense of security for teens who think they can send an embarrassing picture without consequences.

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  • Mini iPad? Kindle Fire HD? A tablet from Toys ‘R Us? And Microsoft is in on the action too. Yes, the tablet wars have begun. You can bet there will be plenty of holiday advertising geared towards children for the new crop of tablets. And you can expect to see many a tech toy on the kids’ letters to Santa. So what should parents keep in mind when shopping for tablets?

    Best New Tablets for Kids and Families

    Posted on October 31, 2012 | 2 Comments
    Mini iPad? Kindle Fire HD? A tablet from Toys ‘R Us? And Microsoft is in on the action too. Yes, the tablet wars have begun. You can bet there will be plenty of holiday advertising geared towards children for the new crop of tablets. And you can expect to see many a tech toy on the kids’ letters to Santa. So what should parents keep in mind when shopping for tablets?

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  • Sounds like a commercial for a sugary cereal – Kik for Kids! But are all the kids using Kik really kids? Kik Messenger is a free texting app for iPhones, Android, Windows, and Blackberry phones. When I visited the App store, it didn’t take me long to see what the problem is with Kik.

    What is Kik? And is Kik okay for Kids?

    Posted on August 29, 2012 | 55 Comments
    Sounds like a commercial for a sugary cereal – Kik for Kids! But are all the kids using Kik really kids? Kik Messenger is a free texting app for iPhones, Android, Windows, and Blackberry phones. When I visited the App store, it didn’t take me long to see what the problem is with Kik.

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  • I came across this article on CNET yesterday: How young is too young for a cellphone or smartphone? The author answers a question from a reader asking her opinion on what age is appropriate for a first cellphone and also what age is appropriate for a smart phone. The article is worth...

    At what age should kids get cell phones?

    Posted on December 2, 2011 | 3 Comments
    I came across this article on CNET yesterday: How young is too young for a cellphone or smartphone? The author answers a question from a reader asking her opinion on what age is appropriate for a first cellphone and also what age is appropriate for a smart phone. The article is worth...

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