Beanstalk Mums: How to choose the right phone for your child this Christmas
WhistleOut's Kenny McGilvary provides a guide to help people find the best phone for their child this Christmas.
Australia is a nation addicted to mobile phones, and that includes Aussie children. The Australian Communications and Media Authority’s Kids and mobiles interactive report from November 2019 showed that almost half (48%) of children aged 6-13 now own or use a mobile phone, with 1 in 3 owning the phone they use.
So while thinking about getting a phone for their child this Christmas can feel like a big step for many parents, allowing your child the use of their own phone is pretty normal these days and can also be a great way to foster independence and responsibility in kids.
Of course, it can also be expensive if you choose the wrong device but thankfully not every phone comes with a sky-high price tag, and not every child needs the latest and greatest in smartphone technology to stay connected.
Here are a few suggestions on what to look for in a child-friendly phone and some devices you could consider getting that won’t break the bank.
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