Kids

Interactive toys that take iPad learning to the next level! 🚂🤓

Submitted by Cella Lao Rousseau on Thu, 02/02/2017 - 11:00

Luckily for parents, teachers, and babysitters everywhere, there are quite a few iPad accessories available for kids that aren’t only a stupid amount of fun, but also aim to build practical skills, language development, and so much more!

Best iPhone cases for people with kids

Submitted by Luke Filipowicz on Sat, 12/31/2016 - 10:00

Your iPhone was expensive. Protect it from drops, bumps, and your kids.

Best iPhoneography gear for kids

Submitted by Cella Lao Rousseau on Fri, 07/15/2016 - 12:08

Get creative with your kids by introducing phone photography!

Bitsbox teaches young kids to code

Submitted by Anthony Casella on Sun, 09/27/2015 - 11:12

Bitsbox teaches children the basics of JavaScript and HTML coding in a fun and interactive way. With a monthly subscription, you receive a box filled with various coding projects and sometimes interesting toys that are part of that months theme. Kids look through the material and can decide to work on any app they like ranging from simple to more advanced codes.

How to set up parental controls on OS X Yosemite

Submitted by Peter Cohen on Fri, 03/06/2015 - 15:04

How to keep your kids safe while on the Mac with Parental Controls in OS X Yosemite

Keeping your kids safe while using the computer is paramount in many parents' minds. Fortunately Apple gives you the resources you need to keep your Mac safe for little ones. So today I'm going to give you some tips on the parental control features that are available to you in OS X Yosemite.

If you have questions about how to get Parental Controls working on iOS, make sure to check out our Ultimate Guide.

How to take incredible impromptu photos of your kids with your iPhone

Submitted by Rene Ritchie on Thu, 12/25/2014 - 11:59

The iPhone is the best camera most of us have with us most of the time, and that includes those times when kids do the most amazing, the most outlandish, and the most unexpected things. Making sure you can capture those serendipitous moments as quickly, easily, and beautifully as possible is something Apple has spent a lot of time on. Both the iSight hardware and Camera software are specifically designed to do just that. When it comes to taking great photos of your children, grandchildren, nephews, and nieces, and family friends, there are several ways to make sure the best camera captures the best photo possible!

Hands-on with the Osmo game system for iPad

Submitted by Mark Guim on Wed, 10/01/2014 - 19:27

Osmo (playosmo.com) is a hardware gaming device for kids that connects to any iPad. They have just started shipping after getting more than $2 million in pre-orders from over 2,000 schools. How does it work? It turns physical objects and interactions into digital game elements. You need to see it to believe, so go watch the demo on video.

How to create a new child ID for Family Sharing

Submitted by Allyson Kazmucha on Sat, 09/27/2014 - 17:29

One of the best parts of Family Sharing in iOS 8 is that you can closely monitor your children's purchases, even when they're not with you. Even better yet, you can create an Apple ID just for them that once they're old enough, they can take with them. But until that time, it can help you keep a watchful eye on content and purchases on any iPhone or iPad they're using.

Mac games roundup for kids!

Submitted by Peter Cohen on Tue, 09/23/2014 - 12:52

Kids love to play games, so let's let 'em! The Mac is a great play toy for kids who want to have fun with their computer. Here's a roundup of some great games you can download for the Mac right now. All of them are available from the Mac App Store. We've included age ratings to help you decide if they're right for your family.

Kids projects: Make rookie cards for your team on your iPhone or iPad

Submitted by Rene Ritchie on Fri, 08/01/2014 - 13:52

While school might take a break for the summer, sports do anything but. From little league to soccer practice, gymnastics to judo, tennis to skating — we have indoor rinks! — there are all sorts of sports, team and solo, for kids to have fun with, get healthy doing, and learn valuable skills from. And what better way to keep hold of those memories and share them with teammates and classmates alike than with rookie cards of their very own? If you're looking for a great summer project for the kids — or the kids of all ages, adult-leaguers — then get your iPhone and iPad ready. Here come the cards!

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