The best Chromebooks for kids
The best Chromebooks for kids are durable, easy to use, and affordable. All of these fit the bill. Let’s dive right in......»»
Charity scams get active over the holidays: Expert tips to avoid them
Abandoned animals, kids with cancer, disabled veterans: These and other pitches for charity can move your emotions and have you reaching for your credit card......»»
280 million e-bikes are slashing oil demand far more than electric vehicles
E-bikes and scooters displace 4x as much demand for oil as all of the EVs in the world. Enlarge (credit: RyanLJane via Getty) We hop in the car to get groceries or drop kids at school. But while the car is convenient, th.....»»
Pok Pok Montessori-inspired iOS app gets Dinosaur toy following App of the Year nomination
A brand new Dinosaur toy has arrived today as a major update for the wonderful Montessori-inspired iOS app Pok Pok. The new hands-on prehistoric experience encourages kids’ growth with role play, cause and effect, collecting, problem-solving, patie.....»»
Judge tosses social platforms’ Section 230 blanket defense in child safety case
Judge: Section 230 doesn’t cover platform design defects allegedly harming kids. Enlarge (credit: ljubaphoto | E+) This week, some of the biggest tech companies found out that Section 230 immunity doesn't shield them f.....»»
Best Lenovo laptop Black Friday deals: Chromebooks, gaming laptops, and more
All kinds of Lenovo laptops are on sale for Black Friday, so whether you're a student, a work-from-home employee, or a gamer, there's an offer waiting for you......»»
14,000 Walmart shoppers love this kids tablet, and its $49 today
If you want a kids tablet and don't want to spend a ton of money on an Fire HD 10 tablet, this Contixio has a 4.4 rating with over 17,000 reviews......»»
Pok Pok iOS app for kids gets Diwali update
Ahead of Diwali on November 12, the popular Pok Pok Montessori-inspired iOS app has received its latest update. Arriving in the Busy Book toy, the new Diwali content will help expand your kids’ “world-knowledge by exploring the foods, festivities.....»»
New spotlight highlights how Google’s Chromebook Plus could be great for gamers
Recently, Google launched a new standard of Chromebooks called Chromebook Plus, which might be an ideal laptop if you’re into gaming. The post New spotlight highlights how Google’s Chromebook Plus could be great for gamers appeared first on Phand.....»»
The kids are alright: Aspiring political staffers are altruistically motivated, finds Canadian research
Young people who work as political staffers in Canada have long been derogatorily labeled by politicians and pundits as "the kids in short pants," a comment about their age and perceived inexperience coined by an adviser to former prime minister Step.....»»
When do kids learn to read? How do you know if your child is falling behind?
Learning to read is one of the most important parts of early schooling. But there is ongoing and arguably increasing concern too many Australian children are falling behind in reading......»»
Connecting with kids who don"t want to engage
Angry Birds, Mario Kart and Animal Crossing are popular digital games that have captured the attention of children the world over. But in a preschool environment, games like these could distract your kids from engaging in the curriculum, unless you h.....»»
The Best Tech for Kids – 2023 Holiday Gift Guide
We've put together a list of tech which we think might not only be great for fun and making young ones smile, but are useful as well. The post The Best Tech for Kids – 2023 Holiday Gift Guide appeared first on Phandroid. With the hol.....»»
This tantrum-proof kids tablet is down to just $75 today
The Amazon Fire 7 Kids is a table so indestructible that the company is willing to replace it if you do......»»
How to turn off the Apple TV app’s auto-play previews on an Apple TV
Apple TV app's auto-play video previews can be annoying and potentially show kids something you don't want them to see. Here's how to turn them off......»»
The UK’s problematic Online Safety Act is now law
The government says it will protect kids online; critics say it's a threat to privacy. Enlarge (credit: panorios/Getty Images) Jeremy Wright was the first of five UK ministers charged with pushing through the British gov.....»»
Paedophiles using AI to turn singers and film stars into kids
Charity finds dark web forums sharing thousands of new abuse images made with bespoke AI software......»»
41 states sue Meta for allegedly addicting kids to Facebook and Instagram
Meta repeatedly chose not to design platforms safe for kids, states allege. Enlarge (credit: CMB | Moment) State attorneys general in 41 states and the District of Columbia sued Meta today. The move comes after the concl.....»»
Search engine that scans billions of faces tries blocking kids from results
PimEyes is "still perfecting" its AI age-detection system. Enlarge (credit: Wirestock | iStock / Getty Images Plus) A search engine that uses facial recognition to help people scan billions of images to find their photos.....»»
Some kids with reading difficulties can also have reading anxiety—what can parents do?
Australian children are facing some big challenges. NAPLAN data shows about one in three students in years 3 to 9 are behind in reading-related skills. It is also estimated about one in seven children have poor mental health......»»
Google might breathe new life into old Chromebooks with ChromeOS Flex
Evidence reveals Google may be expanding ChromeOS Flex support as it continues to improve device longevity......»»