I think it's time for this kid to have his own gadget

@ZedSmart (19839)
Philippines
August 23, 2020 2:13am CST
Ever since I got this phone of mine, I did not enable the password or lock feature in it so that no need for me to enter anything when I use it. I worried nothing since the content of my phone have nothing too personal that I should keep it away from anyone else. Though, it would be nice to put a little of security when any body try to intrude or by any chance it will fall to the wrong hands... I would think about it later... This kid at home didn't care to use my phone not until I have downloaded this shopping app in my phone. The app featured several games which allow the users to earn points that can be use for shopping when accumulated. By then, he will participate the games aside from me which I also allowed. But, the kid seems very hooked to the games now that he will take it over once I arrived home or when I stay home. The kid, who is just 7 years old requested for tablet but I thought, it's not right time yet to let the kid own a gadget so that was not push thru. Now, I'm not sure if it's appropriate to give the kid his own gadget so that he will no longer compete with us. What do you think?
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@Janet357 (75638)
23 Aug 20
he will get addicted to the gamed and that means he will have no time for his studies once you buy him a tablet.
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@ZedSmart (19839)
• Philippines
24 Aug 20
Yes, that's part of our worries. Kids nowadays tend to defy.
• India
23 Aug 20
Yes you're right 7 is too young
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@ZedSmart (19839)
• Philippines
23 Aug 20
I feel like giving in to the request so that he has his own gadget too.
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@DianneN (254926)
• United States
23 Aug 20
My grandkids received iPads when they were 2 years old for educational games only. It helped them learn to read, do math, and build vocabulary. It's up to you to decide what, when, and where your child uses your phone and for what purposes.
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@DianneN (254926)
• United States
24 Aug 20
@ZedSmart Yes! My grandkids have their own phones now, and they have strict restrictions on when, where, and what they can do from them and how long!
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@ZedSmart (19839)
• Philippines
24 Aug 20
That's right. There should be guidance from the adult and limit their independence of using the gadget Ms.D.
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@sophie09 (34230)
• Indonesia
23 Aug 20
It is alright as long as you can control him
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@ZedSmart (19839)
• Philippines
24 Aug 20
Yes, and this may cause headache if the kid will not follow.
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@sophie09 (34230)
• Indonesia
24 Aug 20
@ZedSmart yes be prepared
@happylife1 (13403)
• Karachi, Pakistan
23 Aug 20
But keep eyes on them
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@ZedSmart (19839)
• Philippines
24 Aug 20
That's true but I can't do that all the time.
@Lavanya15 (12888)
• Chennai, India
23 Aug 20
At the age of 7 giving new gadgets ?? is not a good thing. Give your mobile for playing little time
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@ZedSmart (19839)
• Philippines
24 Aug 20
That is also a nice suggestion. For temporary use only.
@Shavkat (141905)
• Philippines
23 Aug 20
If you set the limitations for its usage, then it is fine.
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@Shavkat (141905)
• Philippines
30 Aug 20
@ZedSmart I do think it is their naughty sometimes.
@ZedSmart (19839)
• Philippines
24 Aug 20
I agree but kids do stubborn and violate orders sometimes.
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@LadyDuck (502722)
• Italy
23 Aug 20
You are right, 7 years old is too young, better to wait a couple of years.
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@LadyDuck (502722)
• Italy
26 Aug 20
@ZedSmart You are right being reluctant.
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@ZedSmart (19839)
• Philippines
23 Aug 20
That's why I was reluctant to buy him the gadget.
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@just4him (323168)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
24 Aug 20
Kids are smart. If he's using your phone, he can use a tablet and free you to use your phone.
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@JudyEv (382408)
• Rockingham, Australia
24 Aug 20
This is quite a problem. I don't really know what to advise. I'm glad I'm not bringing up children nowadays.
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• Philippines
23 Aug 20
Having a gadget at such an age isn't appropriate.
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@ZedSmart (19839)
• Philippines
24 Aug 20
Maybe, I will allow a little time and will never give the kid the autonomy to use it all the time.
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