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Pinwheel has launched a kid-friendly smartwatch called the Pinwheel Watch, featuring parental controls, GPS, camera, mini-games, and an AI chatbot named PinwheelGPT designed to answer children's questions safely, with safeguards to prevent inappropriate content. The device aims to provide a safer alternative to smartphones for children aged 7-14 and is available in select markets with plans for expansion.
The Fitbit Ace LTE is a new kids' smartwatch that combines fitness tracking with gaming, featuring a squarish design, durable materials, and a Tamagotchi-like buddy called Eejie. It encourages physical activity by rewarding steps with game time and in-game items. The watch includes LTE for calling, messaging, and location sharing, requiring a $9.99 monthly or $120 annual subscription. Available June 5th for $229.95, it aims to make exercise fun for kids while keeping parents connected and informed.
Google-owned Fitbit has launched the Fitbit Ace LTE, a smartwatch designed for children over 7 years old, featuring robust health tracking, built-in 4G LTE, and engaging 3D games to encourage physical activity. Priced at $230 and requiring a $10/month subscription, it aims to provide a secure, child-friendly alternative to smartphones, with strong privacy protections and no third-party apps or ads. Available from June 5, it offers a balance between safety and independence for kids, though it may raise concerns about screen time and cost.