Giving a young kid a smartphone may be a big mistake. New research conducted by scientists from UC Berkeley and Columbia University found that children 12 years old and younger who received one of ...

Having a smartphone may be harmful for children younger than 12, according to a new study. The study published Monday in the peer-reviewed journal Pediatrics found that owning a smartphone during ...

Kara Alaimo is a professor of communication at Fairleigh Dickinson University and teaches parents, students and teachers how to manage screen time. Her book “Over the Influence: Why Social Media Is ...

Top compact phones 2025 lineup: Galaxy S25, iPhone 16 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro—small smartphones delivering massive power in pocket-sized perfection. Pixabay, JESHOOTS-com In 2025, compact phones have made a ...

Oct 13 - Global smartphone shipments grew 2.6% in the third quarter this year, fueled by strong consumer demand for premium and AI-enabled devices, according to preliminary data from the International ...

Stephen Monteiro does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond ...

I’ve been on a yearslong journey to reduce my screen time. I’ve tried charging my phone in another room overnight, keeping my phone out of my office while I work, and apps that block out all ...

While that message has been spread on social media, researchers are just beginning to understand how the devices affect the mind Amber X. Chen - AAAS Mass Media Fellow Research on how smartphone use ...

Getting a smartphone before the age of 13 may have lasting consequences for mental health, according to a new study that analyzed data from more than 100,000 young people worldwide. The research, ...

Dashia is the consumer insights editor for CNET. She specializes in data-driven analysis and news at the intersection of tech, personal finance and consumer sentiment. Dashia investigates economic ...

Unlimited data on America’s most reliable 5G network, with built-in spam and fraud protection – all for $45/month with Auto-pay NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tracfone Wireless, a leading prepaid, no ...

Tracfone has added a new service plan to its offerings: Tracfone Freedom. This is Tracfone's first plan to include unlimited data (a standard offering from most other carriers). Tracfone's existing ...