I recently got a cellular iPad for my kids, thinking it would serve as our 'home phone' so they can contact us or their friends when they're home alone. However, I've hit a snag: you can't call anyone without iCloud, which I didn't realize before purchasing. We tried using a cellular Apple Watch, but it turned out to be a bit of a hassle. I'm looking for alternative solutions to give the kids some way to make calls without jumping straight to iPhones, which we're not ready for yet.
4 Answers
Consider using Google Voice. It's an easy way to set up a phone number for calling and texting, but it'll let you keep more control over the situation.
If you're set on using the iPad, you could look into getting a VOIP service for it. That way, you can make and receive calls without needing iCloud. It could be a solid workaround!
You can also explore getting old-school flip phones; they're still available. This way, your kids can have a straightforward way to communicate without all the smartphone features.
If you’re open to the idea, how about getting them an iPhone but setting up a Mobile Device Management (MDM) system on it? This allows you to control what they can access and install, which might ease your worries about giving them too much freedom too soon.
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