Apple's parental controls fail in new test: What parents need to know


Software testers have been scrutinizing Apple’s parental control features, and here’s the verdict: The bad news is that some safeguards are almost child’s play to get around. The good news: There are still effective ways to help keep your kids safe online. — Photo: Annette Riedl/dpa

BERLIN: Parents of children using Apple devices are growing increasingly reliant on the built-in parental controls in iPhones, iPads and Macs to try and keep their kids' online experiences safe – but do they work?

According to recent test findings by Germany's Stiftung Warentest consumer advice magazine, these controls may not be as foolproof as parents might think.

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