Kids Tech

We tested kid-friendly MP3 players for volume limits, simple controls and battery life, and picked one for a first player or a Spotify-loving tween.

We tested standalone and phone-powered kids’ VR headsets to show which need a phone, which run out of battery, and what suits a 6-year-old.

We tested kids cameras for small hands and hard drops. Here’s the one we recommend first, plus the best budget, instant-print, and gift-ready picks.

We tested coding robots for ages 4 to 12 to find the ones that teach real sequencing, from screen-free card readers to Scratch and Arduino builds.

We tested kids phone watches for call quality, GPS tracking and everyday durability, and picked the ones worth the monthly data plan.

Kid-safe volume limits, a fit that survives the school run, and a cable for dead batteries: the pairs worth buying and who each one suits.

We tested kids walkie talkies for battery drain, range, and controls small hands can manage, then picked the sets that hold up to real play.

We tested kids tablets for durability, controls and battery life. The Fire HD 8 Kids is our default; here’s the Android pick for Google Play families.

We tested GPS kids smartwatches for tracking, calling, parental controls, battery life, and durability. Here are the picks worth buying.

We tested kids smartwatches for games, fitness, GPS, calling, and durability to help you choose the right first watch for your child.