Opinion
Banning smartphones in schools ‘a bold and overdue move’ (Guest Opinion by Matthew Mulvaney)
This may be one of the most critical policy moves we can make to support all schoolchildren, especially the most vulnerable, writes Syracuse University parenting expert.
Vermont Schools Are Banning Smartphones to Limit Distractions
Phones and social media are affecting young peoples' ability to focus and hurting their mental health, so middle and high schools are rolling out new restrictions on personal electronic devices.
London school to swap smartphones for 'bricks'
A west London school has banned smartphones for younger pupils and will only allow basic “brick” phones from the start of term this week. The Fulham Boys School’s head teacher David Smith said giving smartphones to young children was akin to “choosing to take away their childhood”.
Top Church of England school first in UK to ban smartphones but allow ‘brick’ devices
A leading Church of England school has become the first in Britain to ban smartphones but permit “brick” devices, in an effort to protect pupils from social media.
First school to ban smartphones adds to pressure on Starmer to protect children
A high performing boys school in London has become the first state school to ban smartphones amid concerns over access to harmful content such as pornography and influencers like Andrew Tate
Full list of schools set to implement a 'brick only' smartphone policy
The Fulham Boys School’s head teacher David Smith said giving smartphones to young children was akin to 'choosing to take away their childhood'.
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Cherry Hill school district begins ban on student cellphone use
Sept. 3, 2024, the Cherry Hill School District has enacted its first ever ban on cellphones in classrooms. The plan is intended to mitigate negative impacts of cellphones on student learning.
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Why Smartphones Stimulate Anxiety
Why is instant communication with virtually anyone on the planet so anxiety-provoking? Electronic communication fails our ...
Your children’s smartphones aren’t making them smarter
Research suggests it’s not just a good idea for kids to put their phones away while in class — they shouldn’t bring them to ...
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ON RELIGION: Professor says time to care about smartphones has passed
As long as children have a phone-based childhood, there is very little hope for their spiritual education,” said Jonathan ...
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Google Smartphones Now Measure Fever: Thermometer App Gets an Upgrade
Google's latest smartphones—the Pixel 8 Pro, 9 Pro, and 9 Pro XL—are not just packed with advanced cameras and fast ...
Smartphones in schools: Your views
Students have a right to organize amongst themselves to stand up for what they believe in, and to protest and record evidence ...
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New AI Cameras to Catch Drivers using Smartphones at the Wheel
New AI cameras are being rolled out to catch drivers who break the law by using a smartphone at the wheel. Here's how they ...
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Telefónica, Ericsson, and MATSUKO Bring Holographic Calls to Smartphones with Revolutionary IMS Integration
Telefónica, Ericsson, and MATSUKO have successfully demonstrated the integration of holographic calls directly into ...
Education leaders weigh in as New York State considers banning smartphones in schools
Teachers are almost entirely in agreement that smartphones are causing major issues for students' ability to focus and their mental health. While there is a pat ...
Smartphones do not cause brain tumors, says WHO study
A study by the World Health Organization sees no connection between the increasing use of smartphones and the occurrence of ...