Child-safe smartphone Pinwheel launches in the UK with parental controls

A new child-safe smartphone, Pinwheel, has launched in the UK. It features a unique operating system with parental controls and safety settings, allowing parents to monitor their child's messages and calls remotely. Pinwheel offers a curated app library without social media or web browsers. Parents can approve contacts and set app time limits, providing a safer alternative to basic or high-end smartphones. The launch responds to growing concerns about children's screen time and social media. Pinwheel aims to help families manage digital device usage while promoting healthy habits.