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Apple just announced 5 big upgrades to protect your kids online — here's what's coming

By Philip Michaels published

Apple will bring extended controls to Child Accounts through all its software updates this fall, with an eye toward fine-tuning controls over age-appropriate apps.

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How to set up parental controls on Nintendo Switch 2

By Kaycee Hill published

Set up Nintendo Switch 2 parental controls with smartphone app. Control screen time, game ratings, and online features for safer gaming.

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The best parental control apps for Android and iPhone 2025

By Anthony Spadafora last updated

These are the best parental control apps for managing apps, filtering websites and logging activities on mobile devices.

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Get the most out of your new Xbox with a gaming VPN

By Olivia Powell last updated

Enhance your gaming experience on the Xbox you got in the Black Friday sales with a VPN

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Google's School Time feature expanding to more devices — parents need to know about this

By Josh Render published

Google has announced that it is expanding its School Time features to more devices.

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Android phones are getting a powerful parental control upgrade

By Alan Martin published

Google appears to be planning on introducing a way of requiring parental consent before a child can message someone.

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How to set up Google Family Link on iPhone

By Tom Pritchard published

Google Family Link can keep tabs on your kid's Android phone from the comfort of your iPhone. Here's how to set it up.

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How to set up parental controls on a Windows 11 PC

By Alex Wawro published

Here's how to access Windows 11's built-in parental controls

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How to set up parental controls on Android with Google Family Link

By Tom Pritchard published

Here's how you can set up parental controls on Android with Google Family Link, and keep tabs on your kid's screen time activity.

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Three awesome Asian games you need a VPN to play

By Olivia Powell published

Some games are only available in certain countries, and the only way to access them is with a VPN. Here's our rundown of the best titles not to miss.

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