When should kids get their first smartphone? Parents are torn between safety, independence, and the fear of tech overload. Some, like Anna Wood, give phones at 11 for safety on public transport, while holding off for younger kids—timing depends on the child’s maturity. Experts say it’s not a handover but a learning curve: start small with essential functions, set clear rules, and gradually unlock features as responsibility grows. Keep phones out of bedrooms for better sleep, and encourage offline hobbies to balance screen time. It’s a big step into independence—and a conversation every family should have.
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