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Apple’s Hidden Assistive Access Turns iPhone Into a Kid-Friendly Six-App Dumb Phone
technology7 days ago

Apple’s Hidden Assistive Access Turns iPhone Into a Kid-Friendly Six-App Dumb Phone

A WIRED piece shows that Apple’s Assistive Access feature in iOS 17 can tailor an iPhone into a six‑app, internet-sheared “dumb phone” for kids. By choosing allowed apps (Calls, Messages, Maps, Camera, Photos, Music) and not granting web browsers, the device can stay safe, trackable with Find My, and easily switched back to normal with a passcode. It’s a no‑subscription solution that critics note runs sluggishly and can override Screen Time limits, and Apple doesn’t widely market it for kids, but it offers a flexible Apple‑ecosystem option using existing hardware.

via WIRED|
#apple#assistive-access#iphone
Is your phone reshaping your body? The hidden health costs of screen time
health10 days ago

Is your phone reshaping your body? The hidden health costs of screen time

New science suggests heavy device use may be subtly changing our bodies: forward head posture stressing the neck, rising myopia with outdoor light offering protective effects, potential skin issues under wearables, and declines in grip strength and motor skills—especially in younger people. Practical fixes include lifting screens to eye level, taking regular breaks, spending more time outdoors with sunscreen, and engaging in hands-on activities to strengthen hands and coordination.

via BBC|
#grip-strength#health#myopia
Early screen time linked to weaker later learning, new research warns
health11 days ago

Early screen time linked to weaker later learning, new research warns

A study from Inserm and the National University of Singapore, backed by the WHO and the American Academy of Pediatrics, reports that high screen time during infancy and school-entry age is associated with poorer later academic performance and weaker working memory, with effects most pronounced around age six; a separate UK study from iADDICT links under-two screen exposure to adverse health outcomes and calls for a baby screen-time risk assessment, underscoring that limiting early screen time and modeling healthy habits is important while acknowledging limited, supervised use in some contexts.

via New York Post|
#academic-performance#child-development#health
Study links early screen time to developmental risks in infants, prompting policy rethink
health13 days ago

Study links early screen time to developmental risks in infants, prompting policy rethink

A UK-led review of global research finds that regular screen time for children under two offers little or no benefit and is linked to a range of developmental harms, including reduced parent-child bonding, slower language development, sleep issues, eye health concerns and obesity risk. While causality isn’t established, researchers urge avoiding intentional under-two screen time, reconsidering official guidance, and implementing baby screen-time risk assessments to better support families and inform policy.

via The Guardian|
#digital-devices#early-childhood-development#health
Early Infancy and School Entry: Screens Linked to Later Learning Gaps
science18 days ago

Early Infancy and School Entry: Screens Linked to Later Learning Gaps

A 502-child longitudinal study finds that screen exposure matters as much by when it happens as how much is viewed. Elevated screen time at age 1 (infancy) and around age 6 (school entry) predicted poorer academic performance at age 9 and weaker working memory at 10.5, while exposure at ages 2–3 showed no lasting effects. The infancy window shows the strongest risk due to displacement of face-to-face interaction; even small population-level shifts toward more screen time could lower overall learning outcomes. Implications point to early-life limits and further research on content, devices, and parental co-viewing.

via Neuroscience News|
#cognitive-development#infancy#longitudinal-study
Layered safeguards defend seniors with dementia from scam texts
technology19 days ago

Layered safeguards defend seniors with dementia from scam texts

A CyberGuy guide outlines a multi-layer approach to protect elderly relatives with dementia from scam texts: tighten iPhone controls with Screen Time (Communication Limits to Contacts, Downtime, Unknown Senders, removing saved cards, disabling message badges), enable Android protections (Google Messages spam protection, Samsung spam blocking, app timers), and involve the carrier for strongest SMS filtering. Strengthen bank protections with real-time alerts, trusted contacts, and spending limits; consider data removal and identity‑theft protection, and consult an elder-law attorney for financial powers of attorney if needed. The goal is to reduce risky choices and stop scam texts from turning into charges, while preserving essential use of the device.

via Fox News|
#cybersecurity#elder-care#iphone
Jessie Leads Toy Story 5 to a Warm, Playful Reminder About Balance
film25 days ago

Jessie Leads Toy Story 5 to a Warm, Playful Reminder About Balance

THR’s Toy Story 5 review centers Jessie (voiced by Joan Cusack) taking the lead in a heartfelt, screen-time‑aware adventure that argues kids still need real-world play. Joined by Woody, Buzz and a cast of hi‑tech toys, Jessie helps Bonnie reconnect with friends amid a town-rife screen culture, delivering warmth, humor and Pixar’s signature charm while underscoring a message about belonging and balance. Directed by Andrew Stanton, the 1h42m PG film features strong voice work from Tom Hanks, Tim Allen and Cusack, a catchy end‑credit song, and lush animation that reinforces that toys can enlighten, not replace, play.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#film#jessie#joan-cusack
Phones Down, Bonds Up: The Case for a Distraction-Free Family Dinner
health25 days ago

Phones Down, Bonds Up: The Case for a Distraction-Free Family Dinner

A new study in JAMA Pediatrics finds that more than 75% of parents and about 70% of children used media during their last family meal, and experts say the emotional benefits of family dinners come from connection rather than the food. The piece recommends aiming for at least one undistracted meal per week and using technology as a bonding tool—while modeling positive phone habits and creating a simple family media plan to foster well-being and belonging.

via CNN|
#family-meals#health#media-use
Modern life fuels rising brain fog across ages
health26 days ago

Modern life fuels rising brain fog across ages

Brain fog—difficulties with focus, memory, and mental speed—appears to be rising across age groups and is linked to chronic stress, sleep deprivation, excessive screen time, sedentary lifestyles, dehydration, and post-infection effects such as COVID-19; it is not a disease, but addressing sleep, stress management, physical activity, hydration, and deliberate breaks from screens can help, while persistent symptoms should be evaluated by a healthcare professional.

via The Times of India|
#brain-fog#cognition#health
Unplug Before Bed: 30 Minutes to Better Sleep
health29 days ago

Unplug Before Bed: 30 Minutes to Better Sleep

Week 2 of the Touch Grass Challenge recommends turning off your phone 30 minutes before bed to improve sleep, noting that nighttime screen use stimulates the brain and can disrupt rest; if possible put the phone in another room or on do-not-disturb, and use the half-hour for analog activities like reading, journaling, or calming rituals to help you fall asleep faster.

via The New York Times|
#bedtime-routine#digital-detox#health
Apple's Screen Time overhaul feels cosmetic, not transformative
technology1 month ago

Apple's Screen Time overhaul feels cosmetic, not transformative

Apple used its WWDC spotlight to push Screen Time, but the updates largely repackage existing features with a cosmetic redesign, failing to fix long-standing reliability issues or bypass loopholes. The piece argues the changes are not truly new, calls for more granular, standalone controls, and stresses that real protection for kids requires stronger safeguards beyond the current Time Allowances and 'Ask to Browse' capabilities.

via The Verge|
#apple#digital-wellbeing#ios-27
Apple rolls out iPadOS 27 with Siri AI, faster performance, and smarter Safari
technology1 month ago

Apple rolls out iPadOS 27 with Siri AI, faster performance, and smarter Safari

Apple unveiled iPadOS 27 at WWDC, promising faster app launches via smart preloading, up to fivefold USB-C transfers, and smoother multitasking, while introducing Siri AI integrated through Spotlight and a new standalone Siri app. The update also overhauls Screen Time with expanded parental controls and a Declared Age Range API, adds Organize Tabs and Notify Me in Safari, enhances Shortcuts with natural‑language automation, and refines the Liquid Glass UI for readability. Accessibility gains include auto captions and translations, and Photos gains AI-powered editing and better iCloud Shared Albums support. A developer beta is available now, with a public beta next month and a fall release; compatibility covers iPad Pro (M4+), iPad Pro 12.9” (4th+), iPad Pro 11” (2nd+), iPad Air (M2–M4), iPad (A16) and iPad mini (A17 Pro, 6th+).

via The Verge|
#ipados-27#safari#screen-time
Apple overhauls Screen Time with smarter parental controls at WWDC 2026
tech1 month ago

Apple overhauls Screen Time with smarter parental controls at WWDC 2026

Apple unveiled a redesigned Screen Time across iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27 with stronger parental controls: parents can limit who kids can talk to in Messages, restrict apps/content, and use category-based time allowances (Entertainment, Games, Social Media) plus an 'Ask to Browse' option; guided by pediatric recommendations, the updates provide a starting point for time limits that can be adjusted while emphasizing on-device privacy.

via The Verge|
#apple#ios-27#parental-controls