Remember when we’d teach the kids how to call 911? Listen to this one-minute podcast to find out how one emergency feature on your smartphone could save your life.
Get parental control on the go with these three smartwatches for kids
Establishing healthy tech habits with your kids early on can do you a world of good in the long run. Instead of handing your toddlers advanced iPhones, gradually introduce them to more advanced gadgets. Kid-friendly smartwatches and phones teach kids digital independence while giving you the freedom to make sure they’re safe.
Another way to protect your kids is by using Kim’s secrets to success. Tap or click here for five ways to protect your child online. These general guidelines can help you weather any storm your kid’s internet surfing may cause — and they’re sure to stumble across some issues, given the nature of the internet.
Luckily, smartwatches for kids are designed to combat any digital disasters lying in wait for your children. If you’re not sure which gadgets to pick, we’ve got you covered. Here are a few devices to check out — as well as how one parent in this position found a solution.
It’s not easy
Imagine buying a smartwatch for each of your seven children. One of our listeners called in with this conundrum. Joshua Nath from Sioux Falls, Minnesota has seven kids ranging in age from six to fourteen — and they’re starting to want their own devices.
“My wife and I were looking at getting them some smartwatches with GPS location and wanted to find out what types would be the best one,” he wrote in a letter to Kim. If you ever want to ask Kim your digital questions, use this form. That’s how Joshua reached out to the Kim Komando Show.
When he rang Kim’s phone and spoke on the show, he explained his specific plan. He wants to find a smartwatch his kids can use to call three to four people. He also wants to control when they’re able to call and which apps they can use.
If you’re a longtime fan of the Kim Komando Show, you know Kim loves to do random acts of kindness. After hearing about how Joshua adopted some children, her heart went out to him. Since each one of his kids had unique needs, she sent him $350 — or $50 for each kid — so he could find the ideal gadget for their unique needs.
Check out these smartwatches for kids
Joshua found a company called Angel Watch. Its products have geofencing features as well as a schedule that parents can set for the watches. These gadgets limit inbound calls except for numbers in their phone lists, so you don’t have to worry about creepy randos harassing your kids.
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Another smartwatch that lets you set schedules and activities is the range is the 4G Kids Smart Watch. It even sends you alarm prompts when your kids leave an area you set in your GPS.
The fun gift that will make you the holiday hero with the kids in your family
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If you have any little warriors in the family, they’ll love this. Most kids love jungle gyms, but sometimes they just want to embrace their inner ninja. The Ninja Warrior obstacle course brings adventure straight to your family’s backyard.
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15 gifts for every kid on your list, from the bookworms to the outdoor adventurers
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Every kid would be happy to receive a new toy this holiday season, but which toys are the most popular? What deals can you get that will make both the child in your life and your wallet happy?
We’ve got a few great gift ideas for kids of all ages. Some can be synced to smart devices, while others allow your child to engage their imaginations.
Amazon unveils robot on wheels, a $60 smart thermostat and more
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Big Tech is rarely content with simple announcements when it comes to unveiling new hardware. It has to be an event, and this continues even as audiences can only attend virtually.
Apple recently unveiled its flagship product, the iPhone 13, which comes in four flavors. Along with this came details on the new Apple Watch as well as some new entries in the iPad family. Tap or click here for our Apple rundown.
Big Tech did not fail our kids
We all know that Big Tech targets our children … but what can parents do? Listen to this one-minute podcast for some good news, straight from the U.S. Senate.
Should kids say please and thank you to Alexa?
Should you teach your kids to be polite when dealing with virtual assistants? Listen now for my take.
Tech news roundup, paid Twitter, speed up your computer
Get the tech news of the day in just a few minutes with Kim, Allie and Ben. Would you pay for Twitter? The social media site sure hopes so and we’ve got the details on what you get. Plus, how to speed up your computer in just a few clicks. And Matt has the slang Gen Z kids are using to help you decode your upcoming Thanksgiving conversations.
Google now lets you remove images from search results
Have any photos of you or your kids that show up in a Google Search that you’d like removed? Listen now for a way to make them disappear forever.
We finally have a way to stop kids online
How do you protect kids from dangerous content on the internet? Listen now to learn about a few laws that could save our kids.
Parents are giving kids a loaded gun
Would you let your child ride a bike without a helmet? Listen now to find out how many parents aren’t protecting their kids from the digital equivalent.
Tech Refresh: Facebook whistleblower, Windows 11 is here, dangerous TikTok trend
Who is the Facebook whistleblower? Kim has a deep dive on Frances Haugen and what might be in her future. Plus, Windows 11 is rolling out and we’ve got a shortcut to help you get it faster. And kids are taking a stupid TikTok trend to dangerous levels.
Need a nice portable battery? This colorful one from Anker is on our wishlist
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When you’re on the go, there’s no time to stand next to an outlet while your smartphone recharges. You need something that can be just as mobile as you are.
A portable battery is the best solution for those of us who use our smartphones for everything from sending and receiving business emails to turning off our smart appliances at home and messaging the kids about their after-school schedules.
It's back to school time! Save on tech for you, the kids or the grandkids
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It doesn’t matter if you’re preparing your child for distance learning or if you’re taking college courses — it’s just fun to go back-to-school shopping.
What makes school shopping exceptionally fun is perusing technology that can be used for scholastic, business or entertainment purposes. No one gets excited about purchasing erasers and glue sticks, but everyone pays attention when buying a new laptop or choosing the right wireless keyboard and mouse combo.
Tech Refresh: Facebook caps $1 trillion, Peloton for kids and Starlink
Facebook is now worth $1 trillion. Kim dives in what you could get for all that cash. Plus, Starlink’s progress in bringing high-speed internet to the masses and the inside scoop on Windows 11. In the tech tip, how to see what’s eating up all the space on your phone — and what to delete.
Protect your router with this simple step now
The police arrested a couple in the U.K. for distributing images of child porn online. The mom lost her teaching job, the father couldn’t work and they couldn’t see their kids. But the couple didn’t do it.
Sign this petition to stop Instagram for Kids
No one can logically defend Facebook’s overall impact on humanity. Overwhelmingly negative is an understatement. It’s no wonder that Facebook is being deluged with angry demands to scrap its plans to develop Instagram For Kids.
Save a life: Talk about TikTok with your kids
TikTok challenges have been around since the site was created in 2016. These viral stunts are shared and copied by millions of people to gain social media clout. If you have kids in your family, it’s time you have the viral challenge chat. You just might save their life.
Instagram is coming for your kids
Facebook, the owner of Instagram, is ready to roll out its new social media website, Instagram Kids. At first glance, it sounds promising. Take a deeper look, though, and you’ll realize this is terrible news for parents.
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The COVID-19 pandemic is still at our doorstep, and it looks like we’ll be dealing with it for the near future. Numbers are still increasing, and without a vaccine, it’s unclear when life will go back to normal.
We’ve all had to make sacrifices to help stop the spread of the virus. Some of us are homeschooling our kids, others are working from home, and most of us are still wearing masks to protect ourselves and others from the deadly virus. Tap or click here to see which mask is right for your needs.