Disadvantages of the smartphone in a child's hands

  • Cells phones offer Internet access. This gives your child the independence and opportunity to communicate with people from all walks of life, including sexual predators.

  • Your child may be more prone to bullying.

  • Children get addicted to videos, games and internet browsing,  thus pay less attention to their studies.

  • Cell phones can also be used by students for illegal activities like threatening other students

  • Children may not take good care of the phone, making it a waste of money when lost, damaged or stolen