Apple is always working on new tools to keep us safe online. As we mark Safer Internet Day worldwide, let's have a closer look at eight important features on iPhones that help make the internet a safer place for all of us.
New Delhi,UPDATED: Feb 7, 2024 14:25 IST
In today's world, being safe online is super important. With all the stuff on the internet, you have to be extremely careful. And one big way to stay safe is by using a device that's designed to protect you. When it comes to safe devices, Apple is leading the pack. They are always working on new tools to keep us safe online. As we mark Safer Internet Day worldwide, let's have a closer look at eight important features on iPhones that help make the internet a safer place for all of us.
--Screen Time: This feature allows users to monitor and manage their screen time, as well as that of their children. By setting limits on app and website usage and receiving reports on device usage, users can promote healthier digital habits.
--Downtime: With Downtime, users can schedule periods when apps and notifications are silenced. This encourages users to take breaks from their devices, fostering balance and quality time away from screens.
--App Limits: App Limits enable users to set restrictions on specific apps or categories, helping to manage time spent on digital activities and prevent excessive usage.
--Communication Limits: Parents can utilize Communication Limits to control who their children can communicate with, ensuring their safety and accessibility while online.
--Communication Safety: This feature detects and warns children about sensitive content in messages and other communication platforms, providing options to stay safe and navigate potential risks.
--Restrictions: With Restrictions, parents have the ability to control app installations, in-app purchases, and access to adult content, empowering them to manage their children's device usage responsibly.
--Screen Distance: Screen Distance reminds users to maintain a safe viewing distance from their devices, promoting healthy habits and reducing the risk of eye strain associated with prolonged screen time.
--iCloud Private Relay: Enhances privacy protection while browsing the web in Safari, iCloud Private Relay ensures that users' online activities remain anonymous and secure, safeguarding their personal information from prying eyes.
Other than the features listed above, there is Siri, Spotlight, and Safari Search, which now gives more help to kids and parents to stay safe online. For instance, if you ask Siri about reporting child exploitation, it can show you where and how to report it.
Family Setup lets people in a family who don't have their own iPhone use an Apple Watch. This way, they can still enjoy the cool features of the watch.Apple Arcade is a gaming service with no ads or in-app purchases, making it safe and fun for everyone to play games.
Family Sharing lets you and up to five other family members share access to awesome Apple services like Apple Music, Apple TV+, Apple News+, Apple Arcade, and Apple Card. Everyone gets their own stuff, so it's private. Plus, you can share one iCloud storage plan for all your photos, videos, and files.
With purchase sharing, any new Apple Books or App Store purchases will be billed to the organizer's account. If Ask to Buy is on for kids, the organizer gets an alert when a child wants to buy something. They can approve or decline it right from their device.
Published By:
Ankita Chakravarti
Published On:
Feb 7, 2024
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