Apple Announces 'Ask to Browse' Parental Control Feature for iPhone, iPad, and Mac
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Neil Hemmings
A baker's-dozen of insight crammed into one ring.
Summary
Apple has announced a new "Ask to Browse" feature for iPhone, iPad, and Mac devices as part of an expanded suite of child safety tools. The feature, launching with iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27, allows parents to review and approve websites their children attempt to access. It accompanies other parental control updates including Time Allowances, communication approvals, and a revamped Screen Time dashboard.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledApple has unveiled a novel feature dubbed 'Ask to Browse.'
This addition is part of an extensive array of children's safety tools set to debut later this year for iPhone, iPad, and Mac users.
The announcement coincides with enhancements to various parental control features, including Time Allowances, communication approvals, and an overhauled Screen Time dashboard.
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