Pok Pok Playroom iOS app for kids gets in the Halloween spirit
Following the launch of updates like a music Sequencer, Marble Machine, and Space content, Pok Pok Playroom for kids has received another new release. Many of the app’s toys have new Halloween content that offers fun open-ended play while encour.....»»
Japan Mobility Show pitched as ‘Davos of Mobility" in Tokyo
Japan's auto industry wants the rebranded Japan Mobility Show to be a who's who meetup of business leaders from the traditional automotive industry and whiz kids from innovative startups in artificial intelligence, software and renewable energy......»»
This top parental control app has some serious security flaws
Researchers recently discovered five high-severity flaws in the Parental Control - Kids Place app......»»
Amazon releases four new Echo devices & discloses over half-billion sold
On top of trumpeting about a half-billion Alexa devices sold, Amazon has unveiled a fresh collection of Echo devices, including the Echo Pop, Echo Show 5, Echo Show 5 Kids, and Echo Buds for on the go.Amazon releases new Echo devicesThe company is in.....»»
Abuse and neglect put kids on fast track to crime
Researchers examining the effect bad childhoods have on youth criminals say some types of experience have a greater effect on criminality than others......»»
Amazon’s new Echo Pop brings Alexa for $40; Echo Show 5 gets a revamp
Amazon has unveiled a new Echo Pop speaker, and redesigned Echo Show 5 and Echo Show 5 Kids, along with expanding Echo Auto......»»
How kids in some disadvantaged schools improved their results during COVID
Students from schools in low-income communities did not suffer significant "learning loss" during the pandemic years of 2020-2021, but instead improved in certain areas of study......»»
US states’ social media laws to protect kids create challenges for platforms
A patchwork of restrictions poses logistical and technological hurdles. Enlarge (credit: Financial Times/Getty Images) Social media platforms are struggling to navigate a patchwork of US state laws that require them to v.....»»
I miss the golden age of oddball, first-party PlayStation exclusives
Between closing PixelOpus and its refocus on live-service titles, PlayStation is losing the eccentric spirit that helped establish the brand......»»
Best apps for young kids to foster fun and creative learning
Just like adults, it can be easy for kiddos to get sucked into passively watching videos on iPad or TV. But what about more engaging digital experiences that encourage creative and fun learning? Follow along for a look at some of the best apps for y.....»»
Facebook furious at FTC after agency proposes ban on monetizing youth data
Meta has 30 days to respond to allegations about its Messenger Kids product. Enlarge (credit: JOSH EDELSON / Contributor | AFP) Facebook has not been doing enough to comply with a 2020 privacy order, the Federal Trade Co.....»»
Daily deals: $800 off MacBook Pro, Apple Watch from $113, extra 20% off open box Apple devices
Today's best deals include 64% off Skullcandy Riff wireless headphones, Apple Watch Series 4 from $114, 71% off a 14" ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 Intel, and up to 53% off Amazon Fire kids tablets.Save $600 on a M1 MacBook ProThe AppleInsider crew searches th.....»»
Dos And Don"ts For Cleaning Your TV Or Computer Screen
Whether you have a touchscreen laptop or kids who like to touch the TV, you'll eventually need to clean a screen. It's simple, but there are things to avoid......»»
Pok Pok Playroom iOS app for kids gets ‘Radio’ to foster musical development
Following up after an Earth Day update, Pok Pok Playroom for iOS has released its newest addition. Radio comes as the latest toy to help kiddos with musical development and exploration, sharing, storytelling, creative thinking, curiosity, and more......»»
How the ‘New York Times’ wooed a new generation of readers
As it celebrates its fifth anniversary, the ‘New York Times for Kids’ is a reminder that print is not dead. Logically, The New York Times for Kids shouldn’t have worked.Read Full Story.....»»
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor review: An immense sequel that aims high and hits
A confident, deeper sequel that embraces Star Wars’ spirit of adventure. Enlarge / En garde. (credit: Respawn) 2019's Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order was one of the rare Star Wars games to capture the thrills and the spi.....»»
Senators unveil bipartisan legislation to ban kids under 13 from joining social media platforms
A new federal bill unveiled Wednesday would establish a national minimum age for social media use and require tech companies to get parents' consent before creating accounts for teens, reflecting a growing trend at all levels of government to restric.....»»
The best parental control apps for iPhone and Android
Many kids have smartphones these days, and that can make parenting tricky. Check out the best parental control apps to monitor smartphone and app activity......»»
iPhone 14’s Emergency SOS via Satellite saves the day for Utah college kids trapped in 500-foot deep canyon
Since the iPhone 14 Pro was released with its new Emergency SOS via Satellite features last year, we’ve heard a handful of stories about the feature being used to help iPhone users in dire situations. A new story out of Utah this week once again h.....»»
Temperature, drought influencing movement of Plains bison
It epitomizes the Great Plains in spirit and in form: a 2,000-pound tank on hooves, cloaked in shaggy winter-tested coat, capped by horns acting as warning and weapon......»»
Should parents decide what their kids do online? These states think so
In the future, when teenagers want to sign up for an account on Facebook or Instagram, they may first need to ask their parent or guardian to give their consent to the social media companies......»»