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App reviews for social networking, communication

9 results
  • Review
    Facebook Home

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

    Slick app for blogging on the go; teens and older only.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Everloop: Goobit

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

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

    Video creation app fun to use but has real privacy concerns.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    WhatsApp Messenger

    No text overage worries, but teens are constantly connected.
    AGE
    16
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: Android, iPhone
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Find My Friends

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

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

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