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Trying Family Link - Google For Families Help

Translated title. Original: ファミリー リンクを使ってみる - Google For Families ヘルプ

Parents can use Family Link to create or manage a child’s Google account, set spending approvals for Google Play, adjust daily screen time (including bonus time when devices are locked), and block or unblock apps with a short delay and warnings. Location checks and Family Groups are available across Google products and services.

Parenting: 11 things that used to be normal but would be unthinkable today - gofeminin

Translated title. Original: Erziehung: 11 Dinge, die früher normal und heute undenkbar wären - gofeminin

The article compares past parenting habits with practices that many parents would reject today, including unrestricted TV, less supervision, indoor smoking and casual attitudes toward sugar. It argues that parenting norms reflect their time and may change again.

Children are looking at the screen, companies are winning - TIMUR SIRT

Translated title. Original: Çocuklar ekrana bakıyor şirketler kazanıyor - TİMUR SIRT

The article discusses age limits for children's use of social media, arguing that platform economies monetize attention and personal data. It advocates for privacy-centric safeguards and family-based rules, using age-based milestones and practical steps to reduce risk from data profiling and abuse.

Responsible AI for childhood: IEEE presents a reliable safety formula that helps protect minors online

Translated title. Original: Intelligenza artificiale responsabile per l’infanzia: IEEE presenta una formula affidabile per la sicurezza che aiuta a proteggere i minori online

IEEE Standards Association launches the Responsible AI for Children (RAIC) certification to verify that AI products for kids meet safety and ethics standards through independent testing, with ongoing compliance required for updates.

15 restaurants in Sardinia ban cell phones from the dining table | heise online

Translated title. Original: 15 Gaststätten auf Sardinien verbannen Handys vom Esstisch | heise online

Fifteen Sardinian restaurants run a voluntary one-month trial where families are urged to ban phones at the table; guests can store devices or use a basket, and a provided activity kit promotes talking and drawing. The initiative, led by the hospitality association and the children's commissioner, aims to reduce screen time for children while encouraging conversation, with exceptions allowed for important calls.

tvOS 27.2 and HomePod 27.2 now available: what’s in the update.

Translated title. Original: tvOS 27.2 en HomePod 27.2 nu beschikbaar: dit zit er in de update.

tvOS 27.2 adds screen-saver customization, photo-by-photo screensaver selection, and sign-language support, plus surround sound with selected HomePod models on the 2026 Apple TV 4K. The update also enhances FaceTime connectivity and Find My for the Siri Remote, and includes bug fixes and security improvements.

What makes children successful? A psychologist gives the answer - gofeminin

Translated title. Original: Was macht Kinder erfolgreich? Eine Psychologin gibt die Antwort - gofeminin

The piece argues that success stems from more than income, emphasizing self-satisfaction and grit—perseverance and passion—as core for long-term achievement. It cites Angela Duckworth, outlines how parents can cultivate grit in children through celebrating small wins, modeling perseverance, supportive yet independent environments, and disciplined routines.

U-Nite Radio - Child Evangelism Fellowship

U-Nite Radio offers short, story-based episodes for children, teaching biblical truths and the gospel; episodes are downloadable for anytime listening.

Smartphones disrupt family relationships, says nearly half of Finns – how you can limit phone time - News from home and the world - Maaseudun Tulevaisuus

Translated title. Original: Älypuhelimet haittaavat perhesuhteita, sanoo lähes puolet suomalaisista – näin voit rajoittaa aikaa puhelimella - Uutiset kotimaasta ja maailmalta - Maaseudun Tulevaisuus

A DNA survey of 1,022 Finns shows nearly half feel smartphones harm family relationships, especially among 25–54-year-olds and families with children. The report also notes concentration problems, potential life quality benefits from reduced use, and various self-imposed limits; a national “Smartphone Free Day” promotes device-free time with loved ones.

Pro Juventute: AI in the service of parent counselling – TVS tvsvizzera.it

Translated title. Original: Pro Juventute: IA al servizio della consulenza ai genitori - TVS tvsvizzera.it

Pro Juventute is testing a WhatsApp-based AI service for parents, with a gradual rollout planned from next year. Its answers will draw on verified guidance, undergo expert review, and offer access to human specialists.