Teens
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Is Massachusetts banning phones in schools? Where the bill stands
Not yet. The Senate and House passed different phone bills, and a deal is stuck in conference. What each passed, the deadline and what parents can…
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Best first phone for kids in 2026: 7 safer picks, compared
Gabb, Pinwheel, Bark, TickTalk or Apple Watch? We compared 7 kid-safe phones and watches on calling, apps, GPS, parental controls and monthly plans.
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What age should a child get a phone? What the experts really say
There’s no magic age, but most parents say 12 for a smartphone. Use our 10-point readiness checklist, safer first phones and a family phone contract.
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