AT&T's budget-friendly phone for kids was designed with parental controls in mind

Source: Engadget

Overview

AT&T has introduced the AmiGO Jr. Phone, a budget‑friendly smartphone aimed at kids. It combines Samsung’s Galaxy A16 hardware with AT&T’s AmiGO app to provide built‑in parental controls.

Features

• Hardware: Samsung Galaxy A16 with a 50 MP main camera, 6.7‑inch display, and reliable battery life.
• Parental Controls (via the AmiGO app):
  • Live location tracking
  • Safe‑zone alerts
  • Screen‑time restrictions

These controls let parents monitor and manage their child’s device usage directly from the app. While similar solutions exist from companies like Bark and Pinwheel, this is the first standalone kid‑focused phone offered by a major carrier.

Pricing and Availability

• Cost: $3 per month with a 36‑month contract that includes bill credits.
• Service: Requires an AT&T monthly service plan; the total cost is lower than purchasing a Galaxy A16 outright (~$200).

Related Products

AT&T has also launched the AmiGO Jr. Watch 2, expanding the ecosystem that already includes a kid‑focused tablet.

Original article: Engadget