Telecom giant EE advises parents to limit smartphone use for children under 11 and enable parental controls for those aged 16 or under.

Telecom giant EE recommends against giving smartphones to children under 11, advising parents to provide limited-capability devices for primary school children, allowing only texting and calling. For children aged 16 or under with smartphones, EE advises enabling parental control features, restricting social media access for those under 13, and introducing updated in-app controls. The move aims to protect children from online harm and excessive smartphone use, linked to mental health issues among teenagers.

August 24, 2024
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