Smartphones, already an expected possession for most adults, are becoming common in the hands of kids.
According to a recent poll by Common Sense Media, around 45 percent of American kids aged 10 to 12 have a smartphone and a service plan.
But if you’re not ready to go down that tech rabbit hole just yet, we’ve got a look at four of the best basic phones for kids—all recommendations from .
The first option, the dokiWatch, makes two way video calls, provides GPS tracking and alerts, and lets you decide the contact list.
It also lets you send reminders to your child about chores or pick-up times.
The watch runs about $200.
And there is always a more old-school option.
The Nokia 3310 3-G.
It makes calls, sends texts, has an FM radio and digital music player.
Plus, while it has a back-facing camera, there’s no front lens.
That means no selfies.
It will cost you about $60.
Or, check out the Jitterbug Flip.
It’s designed for seniors, but is also great for children.
It’s easy to navigate and has a few basic bells and whistles and costs $50.
Finally, the KiGo Watch.
It’s designed for younger kids with non-voice communication.
Parents use their phone’s app to create emoji-like images to talk to their kids.
It’s waterproof and almost unbreakable.
Again, this one doesn’t have a voice option.
It costs around $179.
The American Academy of Pediatrics says there is no “right age” to hand your kids a cell phone.
They do recommend closely monitoring what children are doing as far as screen time, avoiding phones and tablets an hour before bed and keeping meal-time media free.
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