Genius!

Never buy kids a bill phone, the idea of it is just crazy and if they run up a huge bill on these things throw the sim away and get a new one. That Amazon one click thing I’ll assume has to be set up so that could be sorted by just not setting up in the first place.

100% agree Albert but you have to question parents who allow a 6 and 7 year old this unsupervised access to smart phones/tablets

I think you’re a little behind the curve, quizzes and ringtones were more 2004 and an issue on basic non smart phones in this case the article is referring to mobile game apps for Apple and Android and in particular the sinister add ons purchase option so easily abused by unknowing kids

Or when you’re locked. Had some bizarre deliveries after a session!!

Been there Steve! Went to a session once, vaguely remember having a conversation about cool movies I’d never seen. There was dvd’s comin in the front door for the best part of 2 weeks.

Good the 50 shades of epidemic has hit. I can finally bring out some of the more *ahem* unusual purchases.

a lot of the time its not the kids phones that run up these charges, my 3yr loves to play some apps on my phone I haven’t set up a credit card or paypal with my app market or for any app, it is the apps based at young children that have coins/bubbles that cost money the kids click it and the charges are put on your phone/credit card.
parents need to be careful about the kind of apps that you put on your phone and if your iphone or android phone app markets are set up to charge your account, I give my son my phone as it keeps him happy when I am traveling or need to keep him accoupied for a wee bit and I know a lot of other parents that do the same, it is up to the parent to check and to lock or password protect spending

I really don’t believe you two guys should be provided with any legislative support for stupid purchases made while you’re out of control on alcohol. As adults you should be held fully responsible for such moronic behaviour and even more so when your practically boasting about it on a public web site! What’s the difference between what you are describing and placing wagers on line in the privacy of your home.

I really don’t believe you two guys should be provided with any legislative support for stupid purchases made while you’re out of control on alcohol. As adults you should be held fully responsible for such moronic behaviour and even more so when your practically boasting about it on a public web site! What’s the difference between what you are describing and placing wagers on line in the privacy of your home.

You stay logged in automatically for 10mins after putting in your password. After that you need to put it in again

Fully agree Conor

Even with in game purchases you need your iTunes password. Why would you give a 6yr old your password?

Id like to see a good argument to the contrary mick.

I cannot agree more. I have 4 kids under 8. We travel by aeroplane regularly and are always out and about. I bring a few books (remember them?) in my handbag or another separate bag. If really stuck, a few felt tipped pens and toy cars etc. for the toddler. I have a Samsung Galaxy S2 which I adore but it is completely off limits for my kids, as are Nintendos, Wiis etc. No need for them.

aren’t you a fun mother

Gary, they don’t miss what they never had. They love books because that’s what they have grown up with and are very active – they play sports 6 times a week. That takes a lot of effort and commitment from us. It would be easier to let them play games, but I just feel it’s the lazy option. I’m not professing to have all the answers, but kids need to be outside and active, and my opinion is that once they get a taste of electronic games, it’s hard to compete, so wait longer and get them into healthy habits first, that’s all.

Yes Gary she is. it might not be as “fun” as what you imagine childhood to be but her way of entertaining kids is far better than most people’s philosophy of “sure stick the telly on, that’ll shut them up”