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Parent’s guide to VR headsets and VR games for kids

Learn how to choose the best VR headsets for kids and teens, the benefits and risks of VR gaming, and virtual reality safety tips for keeping kids safe online and in their play spaces.
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08/01/2025
How smart tech helps me raise confident, safe kids

Expert tips for keeping kids safe online at every stage, using tools like Gizmo Watch Adventure and Verizon Family App for building trust and open communication.

07/29/2025
3 ways to use the Gizmo Watch 3 that might surprise you

The Gizmo Watch 3’s medical ID, emergency calling and location tracking features take the stress out of giving your child more independence.

07/22/2025
How to pick family movies: reset the algorithm, vote, rotate

Movie night shouldn’t start with 20 minutes of scrolling. Make choosing family movies easier with these expert tips from Magid, Verizon’s media research partner.

07/16/2025
Good game: The old-school rules of sportsmanship for gamers

Sportsmanship matters, even in online games. Use this guide to help kids develop respectful habits, play fair and keep gaming fun for everyone.

Parent-proven tip

When you begin a conversation, make sure that everyone is fed, rested and in a relatively good mood.

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Dr. Elizabeth Milovidov, JD

Milovidov is a global speaker on Internet safety, leads parenting workshops and coaches parents on best practices in the digital age.

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