Hey, great read as always. Your strategy to give them the 'analog' versions first is so smart and definitly something I’d consider if I had kids now. It just makes me think, what if down the line they need a phone for something like school-related group projects or even just to securely login to a homework portal? That feels like the ultimate design challenge, balancing utility with safety, eh?
I love this question! I think the key here is that they can have a phone without having access to social media and chatbots.
On the analog alternatives, I’m starting with cameras. I’m going to try a Polaroid and digital and see how they respond. Video games I am trying to keep out of the house for as long as possible, but once it becomes a real issue, I’ll probably go for one of the older systems and make it a social experience but I will definitely report back!
Hey, great read as always. Your strategy to give them the 'analog' versions first is so smart and definitly something I’d consider if I had kids now. It just makes me think, what if down the line they need a phone for something like school-related group projects or even just to securely login to a homework portal? That feels like the ultimate design challenge, balancing utility with safety, eh?
I love this question! I think the key here is that they can have a phone without having access to social media and chatbots.
On the analog alternatives, I’m starting with cameras. I’m going to try a Polaroid and digital and see how they respond. Video games I am trying to keep out of the house for as long as possible, but once it becomes a real issue, I’ll probably go for one of the older systems and make it a social experience but I will definitely report back!