Engadget’s Guide to Parenting in the Digital Age

Younger children would face even stricter terms.

It's working on updates to 'improve the situtation'

It lets parents see who their kids are friends with and who they've messaged or called.

The company said in 2022 its stance had ‘relaxed a little,’ but a PS5 version hasn’t yet materialized.

Meta, TikTok and others say the state is violating free speech rights.

New Family Pairing features allow content filtering by words or hashtags.

BabySat is a medical-grade wearable pulse-ox monitor that requires a prescription.

A report identified 35 cases that led to physical offenses following communication on the site.

The move raises safety and health concerns.

The audio player for kids has received several other upgrades.

You'll get new warnings about sensitive content.

The voice assistant allegedly held children's voice data for longer than allowed.

On the other hand, research has shown that teens find community and support on social media.

It's the third revived online child safety bill in weeks.

But advocacy groups say it still leaves the door open for draconian content bans used for political gain.

From tablets to coffee subscriptions, these are gifts mom will keep loving even after the holiday is over.

It's the second state to pass a law restricting how companies handle teens' accounts.

Privacy experts say the rules would violate everyone's privacy, not just teens'.

Two new laws will impose strict rules on how teens can use social media apps.

They cited the 'company’s record of failure to protect children and teens.'

The app is also beefing up parental control features.

There's also a dedicated section for Spanish-language shows.

The main YouTube app will offer the child-friendly experience.

Teachers can use Teams to ensure students aren't relying on misinformation.

The AI isn't about to get a scholarship.

It's the first discount for the all new Kindle Kids that was released in September.

Gender is also off-limits.

You won't find that on the Apple Watch or Pixel Watch.

The app previously added age restrictions to some types of "mature" content.

Facebook is also changing the default privacy settings for younger teens.

You can limit what your kids play and ensure answers are age-appropriate.

The info included students' religions and sexual orientations.

You also have to be at least 18 to host any stream.

The social media site may have handled kids' data without permission.

The technology could also help anyone with mobility issues.

The pilot would keep kids online during lengthy rides home.

They're also faster and more durable.

The Los Angeles Unified School District was targeted over Labor Day weekend.

Existing users under the age of 16 years old will be asked to switch to the most restrictive content setting.

The Office Depot team-up will help you get binders and pens on time.