XPLORA XGO 2 - Watch Phone for children 4G - Calls, Messages, Kids School Mode, SOS function, GPS Location, Camera, Torch and Pedometer - Includes 2 Year Warranty (BLACK)

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The XGO3 camera is now a 2-megapixel affair, where the XGO2's was only 0.3 megapixel. Given the size and resolution of the watch screen, this wasn't necessarily a dealbreaker for any budding David Bailey's, but the higher quality of the XGO3 camera definitely translates. Your little ones can send messages via Bluetooth to other Kurio watches or via the Kurio Android app (not available on iOS) plus a front-facing camera lets them take selfies and videos, and add fun filters before sharing.

Press and hold for approx. 20 seconds to switch the device off. The SOS alarm will be triggered when switching off the device this way. Alternatively you can switch off the device through the app or through the device's settings menu without triggering the SOS alarm. If you’re not sure where to start when buying the best kids’ smartwatch or you want to know more about which features to look out for, we’ve outlined the most important criteria to consider. Durability and design The best smartwatch for kids should be one that fits comfortably on smaller wrists and looks good enough to wear with pride. Many models in our list of best kids’ smartwatches offer a range of colours and patterns to help your child express their personality. Beyond the aesthetic, look for lightweight, durable designs, preferably with elastomer bands that are easy to clean, allowing your children to play with abandon. Features Make sure your watch is fully charged. If the watch previously ran out of power, it might take up to 15 minutes of charging before the watch can be switched on. The XGO3 also brings a better camera, greater water resistance (IP68) and a longer-lasting battery, all of which are big pluses for a child's watch. The XGO3 means more fun, in more situations, for longer.

For further motivation, the Ace 3 gives your child stats and achievement badges and allows them to take part in challenges against family and friends. All of this information is served via Fitbit’s notoriously excellent smartphone app. Parents and kids can pair the Ace 3 with their Fitbit app, but while adults get the full-fat version, children see a “Kid View” with pared-down stat displays and an emphasis on customising the watch face. Like the Ace 2, the Ace 3 is waterproof to 50m, so you don’t have to keep reminding your child to take it off before washing or swimming. Unlike the Ace 2, however, the Ace 3 now has a brighter POLED display and an eight-day battery life, up from five days on the previous model. If you’re a keen Fitbit fan, and you need a device to help your child stay active, this is the one for you. The core features and funtionality of the XGO3 have been carried over from the XGO2 – phone, messages, voice messages, GPS, SOS and safety zone, school mode, step counter, stopwatch, alarm, camera, photo gallery, emojis etc – but there are also obvious, headline improvements. All of these things are essential for paranoid parents looking for a way to keep tabs on younger kids who may be taking their first steps in walking to school on their own.

If you’re getting fed up with nagging your children to be more active and healthy— don’t worry, the Ace 3 does it for you. It does this by setting your child the target to sleep nine hours a night and reach 10,000 steps a day, although you can alter these numbers if you so wish. It even gives them the goal to do 250 steps in an hour nine times per day— this is great as it breaks up the target of 10,000 steps and keeps your child engaged throughout the day. The person can scan the QR code from the watch. The QR code is to be found in the Settings menu of the watch. Scan the QR code shown on the watch and enter your watch's phone number. Make sure that you enter the number of the SIM-card that is inside the watch. If you don’t remember the number, go to the My Planssection on Xplora Connect platform. There’s not so much here for children to enjoy but the basics are covered. The watch is chunky but comfortable on the wrist and the 240 x 240 pixel 1.4in touchscreen is both bright and responsive. There’s a choice of watch faces and the ubiquitous step counter, which award kids with coins for activity.

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The XGO2 allows up to two guardians. Both have almost the same rights, with the only difference being that only the primary administrator can factory reset the watch from his/her app.

The Xplora proprietary charger, which connects magnetically to the watch, is still a bit of a drag, as it's not like any other charger you'll have available at home, so you'll have to keep a close eye on this accessory. At least with the improved battery life (850mAh, up from the XGO2's 700mAh) the watch will stay active with the wearer for longer. A full charge should get them through a couple of days, if not more. The XGO3 still has the rugged, sporty construction of the XGO2 – with the same sensible engineering approach and build quality, accounting for the rough and tumble of a child's daily life – only again, with a more refined all-round look and feel. Insert the micro-USB cable to charge the watch. When charging, a battery symbol will appear on the screen.

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The XGO2 combines the fitness features of the Garmin and Fitbit watches above (with the Xplora Goplay Platform, your child can earn virtual coins with their steps) alongside the fun messaging and selfie elements of the Kurio. Improving on its predecessor the XGO, the XGO2 is waterproof and comes with a 700mAH battery. It has cellular connectivity and there is a slot for a SIM card, but you’ll have to buy your SIM separately. Primarily, the screen is now larger with thinner bezels for the watch face and a less obvious camera 'eye' at the top. These improvements all help make the XGO3 look more high-end – more like Mum or Dad's adult smartwatch, for example. This should help pique and keep a child's interest, as it means they won't get tired of the style or feel embarrassed wearing a "kid's watch" as they get older.

Despite being a guardian, I see this message: Your request has been sent to the guardian. It's waiting for consentThere’s no GPS and it hasn’t got a touchscreen, but if you’re looking to get your child up and active with a fun smartwatch, the Vivofit Jr 3 is a great option. Once you have created a user account, the app will prompt you to add a watch. Press "Add device", then "Scan code". Give the app permission to access your camera.