Why a Smartwatch is the right Choice for Your Child
Choosing the right first device for your child can feel overwhelming. Many parents want to stay connected and know their child is safe, but handing over a smartphone too early can bring risks and distractions kids simply don’t need. That’s why more families are turning to a kids smart watch—a safer, simpler option built just for children.
Recent statistics from The Common show that 42% of kids own a smartphone by age 10, and this figure climbs to 71% by age 12. With school, after-school activities, and social outings becoming more frequent, parents often feel pressured to provide a phone.
But smartphones come with adult-oriented content, fake social media users, and online access that younger kids don’t need—and that’s where a smart watch designed for kids can make all the difference.
That’s why over a million families have chosen a kids watch with GPS tracker like the myFirst Fone R2, widely recognized as one of the best kids smart watches for safe communication and peace of mind.
Communication Empowers Kids to Be Kids!
The myFirst Fone R2 kids smart watch was built with one mission: to enable children to explore the world safely while giving parents confidence and control. Research shows that secure, active children have better opportunities to build independence and navigate life successfully.
With the Fone R2, kids enjoy voice and video calls, GPS tracking, and an SOS button for emergencies. Through the myFirst Circle parental control app, you easily manage and approve contacts, monitor kids location with real-time alerts, and set healthy usage limits—all from your smartphone.
- Video and voice calling
- GPS tracker for kids with real-time location updates
- School Mode to avoid distractions in class
- Camera with safe sharing options
- Pedometer and heart rate tracking
- No social media or unfiltered internet access
- SOS button for emergencies
Why Choose a myFirst Kids Smart Watch?
myFirst offers a complete three-part solution for families:
- Kids smart watch with calling and GPS tracking
- myFirst Circle parental control app
- Built-in eSIM service for full connectivity
With a kids smart watch, children can travel to and from school safely, and parents can call or locate them instantly—without exposing them to smartphone risks. See more kids smart watches here.
Kids Smart Watch with School Mode for Better Focus
Parents can set fixed hours when features are disabled, turning the smartwatch into a simple timepiece during class. This ensures a distraction-free environment while still tracking steps for daily activity goals.
Camera Use and Privacy
Unlike smartphones, the myFirst Fone R2 allows photo sharing only with approved contacts through the family-safe myFirst Circle app. When School Mode is active, the camera is disabled to avoid classroom disruptions.
As mentioned earlier, the myFirst smartwatches don’t provide internet or open social media access. Images stay within your trusted circle, making it one of the safest choices for young children. Shop the myFirst Fone R2 now and give your child a safer way to stay connected.
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Statistic Sources:
Kids Need Something Better Than the Internet | New York Times
