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App reviews for social networking, responsibility & ethics

6 results
  • Review
    Facebook Home

    Slightly clumsy app puts FB front and center, all the time.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Everloop: Goobit

    Mobile version of tween social network; parents can monitor.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Kik Messenger

    Teens using social networking app will need safety guidance.
    AGE
    16
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: iPhone, Android, iPod Touch, iPad
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Find My Friends

    Parental controls help lessen risks of Apple's location app.
    AGE
    16
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Twitter

    Powerful social tool, but use privacy, location settings.
    AGE
    15
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPhone, Android, iPod Touch, iPad, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2010)
  • Review
    Foursquare

    Location-sharing app useful for adults, risky for kids.
    AGE
    17
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: iPhone, Android, iPod Touch, iPad
    (App, 2010)