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iClever BTH24 Auraa ANC Headphones for Kids Review

The iClever BTH24 Auraa ANC Headphones for Kids are their latest new ones on offer and these have a nice trick up their sleeve which is you can pair two sets together.

You may ask why is this a trick well say if you have two kids the same age or thereabouts they can both listen to the same thing on the go or at home and this means it can free up both kids should you be busy and if they are watching a film for instance at home or even in the car it is happy days keeping them both occupied.

The headphones are robust and come in nice colours for boys and girls and they are simple to use they also have a light on both sides which could be handy in dark rooms for kids who are not so fond on the dark.

There is an array of buttons on one side and they control the lights power ANC on and off skip and reverse tracks play and pause music and also allow access to your voice assistant on device and also call management which we go through in the full hands on video review below.

These are also very comfortable to wear for a long time come with great battery life too and have quick charge which is 10 minutes charging giving you 8 hours of play and up to 75 hours in total depending on your settings.

These come with bluetooth 6.0 class 2 wireless tech and also have wired connection with 3.5mm cable all which comes in the box with a USB-C charging cable they also have sound protection to protect your kids ears and have ANC on board which is pretty good for a kids pair of headphones.

Overall from a kids point of view these are really good and I would have no problem using them myself the sound is good no tinny sound lag latecny or any features you can find in general headphones they are built well look really nice and a perfect fit for kids and a great idea for a present coming up to Christmas.

 

 

Features

  • [Supreme Noise Reduction Tech]: With up to 35 dB of noise reduction (ANC + PNC), these kids headphones wireless cut flight noise down to a safe level. A unique acoustic chamber and noise reduction circuit work together to protect young ears and create a calm listening space. Even in wired mode, noise cancellation stays active for a truly peaceful journey.
  • [Stable Connection]: Powered by Bluetooth 6.0 and Class 2 wireless tech, these noise cancelling headphones for kids deliver a longer, more stable connection with lower power use and latency. They can link to more devices over greater distances, expanding coverage, reducing signal loss and enjoying uninterrupted audio freedom.
  • [No More Battery Anxiety]: With ANC on, these kids wireless headphones offer up to 47 hours of playback with lights off (28.3 with lights on)—perfect for long trips or daily use. A quick 10-minute charge gives 8 hours of play (ANC, lights off), and the included 3.5 mm cable keeps music going even when the battery runs out.
  • [Safeguard Children’s Hearing]: Designed to meet WHO safety standards, these noise cancelling toddler headphones cap volume at 80 dBA and employ iClever’s Sound Refiner to reduce harmful 2–4 kHz peaks, doubling ear protection. With LHDC audio coding, they deliver over twice the data rate for richer, clearer sound.
  • [Exclusive Design for Kids]: Specially designed for children, these kids noise cancelling headphones feature 304 stainless steel arms for exceptional bend resistance and a thickened ABS headband built to withstand daily bumps and wear. Oversized, cushioned earcups paired with a widened headband offer greater contact and support, ensuring all-day comfort.

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Peace of mind for UK parents: Anxious Mums and Dads support smartphone ownership for kids’ location safety

Smartphones play a vital role when it comes to safety, independence and convenience for pre and early teens according to UK parents, reveals new data today. According to the research, the majority of parents feel kids should have a phone by age 13, and 67% rank safety and security as the number one reason for providing their child with a mobile phone, far outpacing other factors such as educational needs, convenience, and social lives.

The new insights from family locator app and safety membership platform Life360 reveal that despite many spending their youth ‘playing out’ and pulling ‘all-nighters’ with pals, times are a-changing, and the same can’t be said for how they parent their own offspring. Two-thirds of UK parents with kids aged 13 and under describe themselves as more anxious than their parents were and often take more precautions than their parents did.

These UK parents with children aged 13 and under, commonly referred to as ‘Gen Alpha’, say their parents left them home alone (67%), let them travel to school without adult supervision (81%), and go out with friends unsupervised (67%) when they were children.

But now they are parents themselves, most are less likely to allow their own children to do unsupervised life activities before their teenage years (60%, 73%, and 59% for the situations outlined, respectively).

In the age of digitally native families, many are embracing technology as a means to provide peace of mind when it comes to modern-day parenting and feel reassured that it is easier to keep track of kids than it was when they were younger.

Of parents whose children have smartphones, an overwhelming majority seek reassurance by actively using location-sharing technology, and many agree it makes them significantly more likely to allow their children to do major activities like travel to and from school (86%) and go into town or to shopping centres with friends (86%) unsupervised. In terms of other areas of smartphone usage, just 30% were opposed to their child using social media.

In light of growing parental concerns, parenting expert Kirsty Ketley has been commissioned by Life360 to develop tips for parents on how to encourage children’s independence in the safest way.

She says: “Today, our parenting styles are shaped by the complexities of the modern world. While our parents had their own challenges to navigate, we now face additional considerations such as social media, knife crime, and county/local lines. These factors add to the complexity of fostering independence in our children when they are away from home.

“Apps are a very normal part of the modern world, and using a location-sharing app is a great way for children to allow their parents to know their whereabouts without having to ring or send messages, while also giving parents peace of mind. Of course, children need to know that they are being tracked, but rules can be put in place – jointly made by kids and parents. This way, children can still have their privacy and independence while knowing their parents are there should they need them.”

Even among the 40% of respondents whose children do not have a mobile phone, most say they will require active location sharing when the time comes (87%) and more than half of those will require it always (57%). The majority of parents rate location-sharing technology as necessary in two main cases; for contacting emergency services and when their child is travelling without a parent or guardian.

David Rice, International GM and CSO for Life360, said: “We commissioned this research to understand real-life concerns of UK parents and the steps they take to feel reassured about their children’s safety. The findings reinforce the fact that using location-sharing apps can provide families with a sense of security about each other’s safety and whereabouts whilst opening lines of communication, improving trust and allowing kids more freedom.

“It’s beneficial for tweens and teens to have access to smartphones as this technology often becomes an integral part of day-to-day family life across multiple generations and, in some cases, vital in emergency situations.”

Tech Review – StoryPhones & StoryShield – Headphones for Kids – Disney Edition

The StoryPhones & StoryShield Storytelling Headphones for Kids is a great idea and simple product for you child to listen to audio without a phone or tablet in their hand keeping them free from harms way which these days has become an issue and this will be a great idea for Christmas or a gift.

The presentation is also excellent giving you plenty of details on the box itself and there is an app to go with it which we delve into in the video review below, it is simple to get going you can connect via cable or bluetooth and you can sign into your Wi-Fi and a one time process, the store has lots of other offers there to so check it out.

The controls are simple to use for any child with volume controls on the app to pick from, there is no real control on the app as to what you can do but these are on the headphones and simple to use, the disc that sits on one of the cups also acts as a control to skip and reverse and taking it off pauses which is neat, these can also be customised and you can upload your own audio which is really neat. I did find the magnet a little week but when your child is sitting down they should be fine.

These are comfortable to wear too and light and seem robust enough for kids and should last though the maintaining them might be an issue as time goes on keeping them clean with the Blue and Pink colours available but hey kids will be kids.

Overall these are a great product with crisp clean audio for any child to listen too and better again it keeps them off mobile devices which is not good for their health.

The APP

 

 

StoryPhones & StoryShield

StoryPhones are the first smart, portable wireless audio entertainment device for children combining high-performance headphones with an internet-connected content player. Access stories by simply popping a StoryShield disc into the StoryPhones. It will then automatically download the story into the headphone’s memory and start playing. After the initial download, it will play the content independent of any network or other device.

Curated Content

Discover the StoryPhones library full of carefully curated content, suitable for children aged 3 and up, that entertains and educates with audio stories, music and more. This careful selection allows parents to relax, knowing it’s not necessary to monitor what children are listening to. Over the coming years, ONANOFF will continue this ongoing collaboration with Disney to build an enchanting collection of magical stories for kids to enjoy. In addition to Disney, other exciting licensing collaborations will be added to bring even more characters to the range of StoryShields.

Record a Personalized Story with PlayShield

StoryPhones also offer the option of recording personalized stories, in a loved one’s voice, through the mobile app, creating a customized StoryShield called PlayShield. This way, users can record family stories and share the ones that shaped an individual’s life with generations to come. It’s also a brilliant way to stay connected with loved ones far away. Even though grandparents live in another country, a child can hear a bedtime story read by grandma and when away, or at work, parents can soothe children with a pre-recorded lullaby.

Relax with ZenShield

A StoryShield, aptly named ZenShield, contains relaxing audio profiles to help overstimulated kids calm down, relax and even sleep. The shield includes a collection of pink noises, from piano to ocean waves, from rain drops to the original and exclusive RoRo Sound.

Audio Promotes Literacy and Improves Comprehension

By listening to stories, children are encouraged to increase learning capabilities. 85% of what is learnt, is learnt by listening and listening to audio increases reading accuracy by 52%. It also improves comprehension by 76%, providing context and helping children decode words and understand the text better. Listening to audio also increases motivation by 67%. Taking children away from the screens of smart devices can help children sleep better and focus better at school.

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IRE –  https://www.harveynorman.ie/

UK – https://www.selfridges.com/GB/en/cat/storyphones/

 

Features

  • Built-in Internal Memory
  • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.2 Class 2 & BLE
  • Internal microphone
  • Volume limit settings 75/85/94dB
  • 600mAH Lithium battery
  • Multi-Axis MEMS Accelerometer
  • USB-C charging
  • 40mm diameter size driver
  • Audio sharing
  • 3.5mm jack audio in/out

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Enter gamigo’s House of Wonders for magical Christmas surprises

gamigo is happy to ring in the holiday season with the launch of a gift-giving Christmas event for all its players.

Starting December 1 through December 31, gamigo players will be able to get a wonderful gift in gamigo’s Advent calendar or participate in a raffle. Every day, a new surprise will wait for them when they return to the House of Wonders website. gamigo’s Santa will put the presents in the doors of the Advent calendar for players to unwrap every day at 10am CET. From in-game items to hardware raffles, Santa has thought of everything to fulfill everyone’s wishes.

But that’s not the end of gamigo’s Christmas celebrations – players can also open Wonder Boxes! Each of these boxes will contain one of the most desired in-game items for the participating games. Since Santa and his elves can only carry a limited number of boxes each day, players can return the following day for a new sleigh-load full of Wonder Boxes.

Is there more? Of course! If players log in to their favorite gamigo games for at least 30 minutes per day between December 1 and December 31, they will then be able to enter a giveaway to win a comfy and stylish gaming chair from Nitro Concepts.

On December 17 and 30 at 7pm CET, gamigo’s elves have prepared something special for the players – special Santa streams where Santa and his elves will bring cheer, merriment, and tons of gifts.

Come and join gamigo’s gift-giving Christmas season and be magically surprised!

Website: http://houseofwonders.gamigo.com/

Planet Buddies Introduces a Range of Children’s Bluetooth Wireless Headphones

The new wireless headphones join a full line of products which help raise awareness of the endangered animals all over the world

Planet Buddies, an environmentally conscious child friendly accessory brand, today announces the launch of their Bluetooth wireless headphones which help raise awareness and educate children on endangered animals. This new wireless headphone comes in a variety of characters including Pepper the Penguin, Olive the Owl and Pippin the Panda. The headphones allow kids the freedom to move without a wire while also listening safely with an 85db volume limit.

“Planet Buddies was born out of a dedication for raising awareness, specifically for endangered animals. We want to educate children on what they can do to help all these wonderful species,” said Michael Bartlett, Planet Buddies. 

“Our new Bluetooth wireless headphones bring to life great characters while allowing kids to listen to their favorite videos and music safely with a child-safe volume limit. We are excited to share this new product with all animal fans!”

The Planet Buddies product range includes wired headphones, Bluetooth wireless speakers, tablet cushions and more. The products each have a story about its character, why they are endangered and practical tips on what children can do to help protect all life on our planet. A portion of the revenue from each product purchase goes to  World Land Trust and the Marine Conservation Society.

Planet Buddies Bluetooth Headphone Features:

  • Child-safe limited to 85db volume limited audio 
  • Wireless compatible with iOS/Android 
  • Up to 38 hours total playtime (2 hours charging time)
  • Built-in microphone
  • Extra line-out jack for music sharing 
  • Strong, adjustable design for comfort and durability 
  • Foldable, portable design with carry pouch included 
  • 100% recyclable packaging with zero plastic

 

Planet Buddies Product Availability

Priced at £39.99, the Planet Buddies Bluetooth Wireless Headphones will be available from October 2021 through Amazon and planetbuddies.com. For more product information and the entire range, please visit Amazon Planet Buddies Store and planetbuddies.com. 

KidsBeeTV: a new brand on kids’ streaming apps #edtech #streaming

The edtech Magikbee announced that its popular kids’ video app KiddZtube  undertook a rebrand and is now called KidsBeeTV. 

KidsBeeTV borrows the “Bee” from the parent brand Magikbee, and is deeply  committed to being “The kids’ app that cares”. Like bees help plants grow, the new  brand wants to have a positive impact in kids’ development. 

“We needed a brand that clearly expressed our values – family fun, positive education  and diversity. We have more than a safe, fun and educational app for kids. We have an  interactive video experience that sparks imagination and curiosity. And we also care a  lot about parents. They can monitor kids’ activity, questions answered, and, to protect  

their kids from being too much time in front of a screen, daily time limits can be  setup”, explains Hugo Ribeiro, Magikbee’s CEO. 

KidsBeeTV, a global brand with a global  message 

In the last few years, there was a major growth in the offer of streaming services for  kids. Magikbee needed to stand out showing what makes it different.  

The name change is accompanied by a refresh on the brand’s visual identity, with a  new colorful palette that suggests diversity, in line with its global expansion strategy.  The USA and the Middle East are the two main markets of KidsBeeTV, but the app  has customers worldwide in more than 200 countries. That is why it needed to build  a diversified catalog: to answer to a variety of kids’ interests and to meet the  demands of a growing worldwide community of parents that seek to find content  that respects cultural differences and, at the same time, resonates a universal  language. 

Magikbee has been licensing content for KidsBeeTV from the best studios and  content producers. The most recent agreements were inked with studios like  Millimages (Molang and Mouk), Twist Animation (TuTiTu), Xilam (Where’s Chicky) or  Aurora World (Yoohoo and Friends). Some youtubers, like Caletha Playtime and  Get Matt, are also making their way into the app, but, contrary to what happens on  the social network, there are no videos with unboxings or product placement – only  positive meaningful messages are allowed to pass KidsBeeTV filters conducted by  teachers.  

Videos curated by teachers, quiz questions  on top 

Good-quality, engaging and age-appropriate videos continue to be the core of the  app. The videos are curated by teachers and other specialists, and to make the  experience less passive, the app offers pop-up quiz questions (ABC, Colors,  Counting, Language, Maths, Science, among others) on top of the videos. 

“For more than a decade, YouTube was almost synonymous with video streaming. At  the time we started our platform, it made sense to present it as a safe alternative to  YouTube for young kids. The name “kiddZtube” reflected that mission. But now our  mission is broader”, says Hugo.

Hugo came up with the idea for the app because of a challenge he was facing as a  parent: finding a safe environment for his daughters to watch good-quality videos  without the risk of crossing paths with inappropriate or even disturbing content,  such as the violent parodies of Peppa Pig and other cartoons widely reported a  couple of years ago. 

As he deepened in the searches, he found that there was a need for wider curation.  

Kids learn best when they are having fun 

“We know the importance learning in the early years plays on kids’ development and  we are committed to helping them discover their abilities and reach their full potential.  This is not a curriculum-based app, nevertheless, we do have curriculum-based  entertainment and activities. The main purpose of the app is to be fun. Being  educational is a natural consequence of the kind of content we hand-pick and the way  we choose to present it to the kids. They learn best when they are having fun”, tells  Hugo. 

The platform features now more than 500 hours of video and plans to add more IPs  monthly aimed at kids up to 8 years old. Having no ads and an image-based  interface, it is perfect for young kids, especially toddlers and preschoolers. 

Website – KidsBeeTV
App Stores: iOS | Google Play | Amazon

Tech Review – BuddyPhones School plus wireless headphones for kids. #Tech

The BuddyPhones school plus headphones are ideal for kids who need headphones for either school or just listening to music playing games, these being the cheapest of the two pairs we have in are probably the best option to start them off with and get going and getting use to headphones but these also have a mic that is removable and unlike more expensive headsets out there the mic is detachable which for me is a real win.

This headset is super light and made with mainly plastic all round and is also a robust product which makes it ideal for kids who tend to drop things and throw them around the place, these are also easy to clean and have no parts that could fall off and overall a solid product, the cups are small on these being aimed at kids yet comfortable and do not clamp onto your head either..

There is raised buttons on one side to by way of three circles that controls the music which is very simple and not a complicated setup. You can play and pause, skip and reverse tracks and change the volume which is great, this headset can also be used for gaming too which also works really well and also be used with your tablet and mobile phone and all the controls work just fine all the time.

Buddyphones school plus wireless headphones for kids. Techbuzzireland

The mic also works well not that kids would be taking any calls however for gaming it does a decent job too and the fact it can be removed is a real bonus.

BuddyPhones School+ offers 3 SafeAudio settings to choose from. With the special StudyMode it can be tailored to the child’s educational needs, at home or at school. The new look has super comfortable fabric headband and sports all new style housing with dedicated sticker area. Their patented StudyMode helps isolate voices from other sounds, producing crisper, clearer vocals for studying or watching  lessons. With the dual connection feature, the headphones can be used both wirelessly or wired, meaning there’s no interruption  from your favourite video or music if the battery runs low.

This product was sent to us to review with no input or compensation paid and are seeing the review the same time as you.

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imoo Launches New Smartwatch for Child Safety – imoo Watch Phone Z1

imoo, the world leading brand in the kids smartwatch market, has just announced the global launch of their new device. The new device is called imoo Watch Phone Z1 and is made for children ages 5-12. With an emphasis on safety and security, the IoT wearable technology promotes freedom and independence of children while allowing parents to keep track of their children. Through a suite of fun and innovative built-in features parents and children can enjoy features like video calling, audio messaging, location tracking, photo sharing and much more. The imoo Watch Phone Z1 will be available for open sales starting from July 26th. Special offer starts from July 26th to August 11th with discounted price starting at $99 /￡99 /A＄139 /€99.

Smart 4G Watch Phone with Powerful Video Call

An important goal of the imoo Watch Phone Z1 is its ability to provide easy and accessible communication for children. This is achieved with a mature high-speed 4G network that includes 4 modes and 13 frequency bands to ensure every ongoing communication is quick and stable. Not only can parents have a real time HD video call with their child, knowing where they are, but also can recognize clearly the surrounding environment with only a few simple touches to start calling. The imoo app’s chat features include privacy and security to make communication safe and more engaging for children when connected to the network at any time.

Safe And Secure Always Come First

With a safety tested and quality assured build,  the imoo Watch Phone Z1 adopts skin-care and anti radiation materials to avoid any health concerns. After many rounds of rigorous testing, the imoo Watch Phone Z1 also meets product safety and data security standards with the German TüV SüD WT-Mark safety certification. 

AI Precise Positioning

Thanks to the advanced GPS and its best-in-class GDPR compliant location-based services with a reliable 4G LTE data connection, Z1 always keeps parents up to date with GPS locating to let them know the whereabouts of their children through the precise tracking functionality on their own Android or iOS devices even without the need of a video call.

Wide Angle Camera For Video Calls And Photo Adventure

The front camera setup offers high quality HD video calls either by WiFi or 4G at any time. The 2MP 79° wide angle, f/2.4 camera supports fast auto focus, producing high quality video and images with 2 modes, Ultra HD and HD. It is a great opportunity to capture your relationship while taking a selfie to get into an adventure with sharing the photos between friends.

HD Retina Eye-Friendly Screen

Considering the eye safety, Z1 utilizes TFT and Super Retina Display, offering more refined resolution with richer and more accurate colors that is more friendly to children’s eyes.

IPX8 Water Damage Protection

Its water resistant outer shell fully protects the inside of the device with an impressive IPX8 water resistance rating along with an anti-fall protection.

Class Mode 0% Distraction, 100% Concentration

Parents can have children focused on study time by simply setting a designated schedule through the imoo app to restrict a child’s use during designated times, making sure their children won’t be distracted in the class.

Battery Power And Stand-By

With a capacity of 740 mAH on a single charge it can last up to 2-3 days and also triangulates location using GPS, cellular networks and Wi-Fi hotspots for the most accurate positioning.

 

Pricing and Availability

As announced initially, imoo global’s open sales at the price of GBP 99/EUR 99/AUD 139 will be officially available starting from July 26th, and end on August 11, 2021. Enjoy our Open Sales offers now and join the imoo Official Website.

 

Shipping countries and regions:

  • Europe: European Union, Australia and the United Kingdom

Children’s Rights Alliance to launch new online safety campaign. #onlinesafety

The Children’s Rights Alliance will launch their new online safety campaign tomorrow, Tuesday 13th July 2021 at 10am with a virtual event.

The campaign calls for Government action to make the online world safer for children and young people by appointing a well-resourced Online Safety Commissioner with an independent, individual complaints mechanism for when online platforms fail to adequately or appropriately deal with an individual’s complaint.

Commenting in advance, Tanya Ward, Chief Executive of the Children’s Rights Alliance, said: “It’s simply not good enough that Government is contemplating putting an Online Safety Commissioner in place with no teeth to help individual children and young people who are up against big tech. These companies are making massive profits and failing to invest in online safety measures. It’s time to stand up for children and young people and actually put an Online Safety Commissioner in place that has the power to take on and resolve individual complaints from children and young people.”

The speakers at the event include:

  • Julie Ahern, Legal and Policy Manager, Children’s Rights Alliance
  • Peter Tyndall, Ombudsman and Information Commissioner for Ireland
  • Karen McAuley, Head of Policy at the Ombudsman for Children’s Office
  • Noeline Blackwell, CEO of Dublin Rape Crisis Centre
  • The event will be chaired by children’s rights campaigner and former Senator Jillian van Turnhout

To register to attend please visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/what-will-the-online-safety-osmr-bill-mean-for-children-and-young-people-tickets-161917247847