Updated
Updated · Notebookcheck.net · Jul 19
myFirst Debuts $199 Fone S4 Kids Smartwatch With 4G eSIM and 1.65-Inch OLED
Updated
Updated · Notebookcheck.net · Jul 19

myFirst Debuts $199 Fone S4 Kids Smartwatch With 4G eSIM and 1.65-Inch OLED

1 articles · Updated · Notebookcheck.net · Jul 19

Summary

  • $199 Fone S4 targets children with a 1.65-inch always-on OLED display, 4G eSIM, 5 MP camera and group video calling with approved contacts.
  • Parents manage the watch remotely, limiting contacts and usage time, sending vibration-based magiCode alerts, and blocking third-party apps, browsers and social media.
  • Real-time location tracking, geofence alerts and an SOS alarm anchor the safety pitch, while activity and heart-rate tracking add gamified fitness features.
  • The watch runs a Spreadtrum W377E chip with 1 GB RAM, 8 GB storage and a 605 mAh battery, plus Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2 and IPX8 water resistance.
  • myFirst said the device is available on its website now, with service priced at $12 a month or $118.80 a year and Amazon availability coming soon.

Insights

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