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    Hi there!
    I just want to ask what do you think is the earliest age for a child to be using an iPhone or iPad?
    Is iPad used as an aid for school research way better than a desktop? Or nothing beats the desktop one for academic purposes?


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    Re: Minimum age for iPhone/iPad?

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    Re: Minimum age for iPhone/iPad?

    I don't think there is a minimum age, as long as there is supervision.

    I think a desktop or laptop would be best since it has a physical keyboard and is compatible with most websites. You don't want to rely on an iPhone or iPad, and then find out an educational website you need isn't compatible.



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    Re: Minimum age for iPhone/iPad?

    I don't think there is a minimum age, as long as there is supervision.
    100% agree. But I think iPad is not as good as desktop for essay unless you use an plug-in keyboard. And, the screen is not big enough for you to view clearly. Is Microsoft Office is available for iPad? If no, it would be great pain for essay writing.

    Most iPad for kids are used to play games or watch videos. Also, checking Facebook and chating online is welcome with iPad. So a supervision is necessary. If it is a jailbroken one, you can use iKeyMonitor to supervise your kids' iPad usage. Search "iKeyMonitor iPhone/iPad Keylogger", and you can download and start free trial.



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    Re: Minimum age for iPhone/iPad?

    I would think that there is a minimum age. Maybe 6 or 5. Just about the age when they know enough not to suddenly throw the iPad at something.



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    Re: Minimum age for iPhone/iPad?

    Thanks for the response guys! I do realize that it is inconvenient for a child to be using an iPad for schoolwork and even games. A desktop is quite ideal too as the screen size is visual friendly and the set up is posture friendlier, haha! Though it may be great if the child knows how to use the iPad.



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    Re: Minimum age for iPhone/iPad?

    Quote Originally Posted by mirumoD4 View Post
    I would think that there is a minimum age. Maybe 6 or 5. Just about the age when they know enough not to suddenly throw the iPad at something.
    You are right! A child should be on the right age to know the importance of this pricy device. Ok for them to use it as long as there’s supervision.



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    Re: Minimum age for iPhone/iPad?

    Quote Originally Posted by quietlychaotic View Post
    Thanks for the response guys! I do realize that it is inconvenient for a child to be using an iPad for schoolwork and even games. A desktop is quite ideal too as the screen size is visual friendly and the set up is posture friendlier, haha! Though it may be great if the child knows how to use the iPad.
    Exactly, I think there are benefits to both the desktop and the iPad. The iPad can also educate children when away from a desktop. I'm sure there are a lot of educational applications. So, both can be used to help children.



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    Re: Minimum age for iPhone/iPad?

    Someone told me a while back that kids these days are born wired. like they have internal programming so they understand tech better than we did back when we were kids. lol. from the things i see in malls, I believe that to be true now.



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    Re: Minimum age for iPhone/iPad?

    Quote Originally Posted by mirumoD4 View Post
    Someone told me a while back that kids these days are born wired. like they have internal programming so they understand tech better than we did back when we were kids. lol. from the things i see in malls, I believe that to be true now.
    It's weird to see some kids with expensive electronics. I'd worry they'd lose them or break them somehow. That's why I still think it's best for children to be supervised when using expensive electronics. If they want their own phone they can have a basic flip phone. They don't need a $200+ smartphone to bring to school.



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    Re: Minimum age for iPhone/iPad?

    It depends on the kid, but I agree that most kids are generally forgetful. Taking my sister for example who lost a Timex and a blackberry.
    Rather than a flip phone though, Samsung has a Galaxy young. It is roughly around $170 cash (unlocked). I can afford that and tell her its really expensive, then warn her she's not getting another when she loses it. constant reminders and some trust can help build responsibility in a child. ^_^



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    Re: Minimum age for iPhone/iPad?

    Quote Originally Posted by mirumoD4 View Post
    It depends on the kid, but I agree that most kids are generally forgetful. Taking my sister for example who lost a Timex and a blackberry.
    Rather than a flip phone though, Samsung has a Galaxy young. It is roughly around $170 cash (unlocked). I can afford that and tell her its really expensive, then warn her she's not getting another when she loses it. constant reminders and some trust can help build responsibility in a child. ^_^
    Another idea would be to get insurance that will cover losing a phone. The deductible should be cheaper than purchasing another phone outright.



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