Apple’s efforts to expand parental controls are a good start, and legally required soon. Like all safety systems, it’s only as strong as its weakest link.
All the tools in the world can’t keep kids safe online if they’re only used sometimes and by some users.
All the tools in the world can’t keep kids safe online if they’re only used sometimes and by some users.
On Monday, Apple spent 30 minutes of the WWDC 2026 discussing its latest updates to Child Accounts. These updates are designed to make using iPhone, iPad, and Mac safer for users under 18.
But how good are these features, really? Let’s break down what each one is, how it works, and why a lot of it ultimately doesn’t matter.