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parental controls
Technology Apple’s iOS 27 Child Safety Features: A Response to Advocacy and Lawsuits
At WWDC 2026, Apple dedicated 10 minutes to new child safety features in iOS 27, including expanded Communication Safety and improved reporting tools. The move follows years of pressure from advocates like Heat Initiative and a West Virginia lawsuit over CSAM. Critics, however, highlight ongoing issues such as nudify apps on the App Store.
Technology Apple's Assistive Access Feature Turns iPhone into a Kid-Friendly Dumb Phone
Apple's Assistive Access, introduced in iOS 17, allows parents to create a simplified, browser-free iPhone for children. Unlike standard Screen Time restrictions, it prevents web access via links, making it an ideal free alternative to paid dumb-phone apps. WIRED's Jeremy White details the setup process and benefits.
Technology iOS 27 Screen Time vs Android 17 Pause Point: Why Google's Mindfulness Approach Wins
At WWDC 2026, Apple announced new Screen Time features for children, but a TechRadar columnist argues Android 17's Pause Point is more effective for adults. Pause Point interrupts app access with a 10-second breathing exercise and suggests alternative apps like Play Books and Mellow Mindspace.
Technology Apple Expands Parental Controls with Automatic Image Filtering for Child Safety
At WWDC 26, Apple announced new parental controls including automatic filtering of inappropriate images on devices and FaceTime, an expanded Ask feature for website and contact approvals, and a more granular Screen Time redesign with per-category time limits and day-specific schedules.
Technology Cosmeticorexia: The Skincare Obsession Impacting Young Consumers
The skincare industry is witnessing a surge in young consumers driven by social media influencers. This trend, termed 'Cosmeticorexia,' is reshaping market dynamics as companies target younger demographics with sophisticated products.