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Regular visitors to Mums Lounge may already know how highly we rate the Spacetalk Smart Watch Phone for children aged 5-12. So, we were very interested to hear about the new features of the Spacetalk Adventurer and knew some of you would be too.

For those of you who are not familiar with Spacetalk smart watches, let me give you a brief run down on why they are a great alternative to giving your pre-teen a smart phone. For a really in-depth look, you can also read our full reviews of the Spacetalk Smartwatch Phone and the Spacetalk Adventurer Smartwatch Phone.

Why We Love Spacetalk Smart Watch Phones

Whilst many of us are keen to be able to contact our child when we are apart if needed, it’s not always wise to expose children to unnecessary risks posed by social media and an open internet connection before they reach a certain age of maturity. So, what’s the solution? Basically, the Spacetalk Adventurer allows kids and their families to stay safely connected without any of the dangers of a regular smartphone. It gives parents a way to stay in contact with their child via 4G calls, SMS, and now, brand new HD Video Calling. Parents can also manage their child’s smart watch from the Spacetalk app on their own phone, which includes customised safety settings like bringing up your child’s location on demand, the ability to set Safe Zones and be alerted if your child leaves this area, as well as SOS Alerts. Parents also have full control of their child’s ‘Safe Contacts List,’ which stops your child from contacting, or being contacted by, anyone that hasn’t been approved. Another feature we particularly love (and so do the teachers at my children’s primary school) is School Mode, which enables parents to block the child from using the smart watch during school hours, so that it doesn’t become a distraction when they are learning.

Having used Spacetalk smartwatches with my own children for a number of years, I can confidently say that the benefits are twofold. They offer parents peace of mind, (which is invaluable) but they also give you confidence to start to allow your child age-appropriate freedom to do new things such as walking to school alone for the first time or going to the shop with friends. You can keep a watchful eye on your child and ensure their safety, whilst also allowing them to develop autonomy and independence. It really is a win-win, with none of the worry about giving them unbridled access to the internet and inappropriate content.

What’s New to Spacetalk Adventurer?

Wellness Features

In addition to the significant safety features, Spacetalk have given their Adventurer an upgrade with added wellness features such as an activity tracker that gives parents an overall view of their child’s daily activity levels, and a Feelings feature, which encourages children to pay attention to and acknowledge their emotions.

HD Video Calling

Taking onboard feedback from parents, the new Spacetalk Adventurer now enables HD Video Calling too, so you can talk to your child face-to-face.

Funny Sounds

Kids can now enjoy the many benefits of laughter by giggling along to funny sound effects.

JumpySIM

The Telstra version of the Spacetalk Adventurer comes with a bonus JumpySIM so that you can start using your smartwatch straight away. JumpySIM uses the best networks in Australia and there’s three affordable plans to choose from. Also, Spacetalk app fees don’t apply when you connect your child’s watch with JumpySIM.

Spacetalk gets a double mums-thumbs-up from the Mums Lounge team! 

For more information, or to purchase one for your child, head to the Spacetalk website here.

The wellness features are currently available on Spacetalk devices purchased through the Spacetalk online store and approved retail partners only. Spacetalk is a consumer grade general wellness device, not a certified medical device. Spacetalk wellness features are not intended for medical diagnostics. The information provided in this website or the Spacetalk mobile application is not a substitute for obtaining proper professional care or services. You should seek independent advice from a medical professional as required.