# Child-Friendly GPS Smartwatches The TickTalk 4 Comes with Talk, Text, Video, Locating, and More By TickTalk | Published 2021-04-08 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/TickTalk References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/myticktalk/ticktalk-4) & [myticktalk](http://www.myticktalk.com/pages/ticktalk-4) The TickTalk 4 is a new children’s LTE smartwatch that provides families a safe way to stay connected when they are apart. With talk, text, locating, and more, this smartwatch is a great alternative for families who aren’t ready to give their child a cellphone. Parents or guardians can download the free accompanying app to approve watch contacts, track location, set reminders, or set Do Not Disturb class times. The smartwatch aims to give families a safe introduction to technology with secure messaging and no Internet access. The TickTalk 4 is designed by TickTalk and is available in three colorways with a series of additional accessories, including wireless Bluetooth headphones, a charging dock, and watch charms for personalization. The TickTalk 4 is available on Kickstarter starting at $149.99. Image Credit: www.myticktalk.com ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Child-friendly LTE Smartwatches:** There is a growing trend towards developing child-friendly LTE smartwatches as a safe alternative for families who aren't ready to give their child a cellphone. - **Secure Messaging Smartwatches for Kids:** Smartwatches that offer secure messaging and no internet access are becoming more popular due to parents' concerns over their child's safety and privacy. - **Smartwatch Accessories for Kids:** There is an emerging trend towards creating a series of smartwatch accessories for children, such as wireless Bluetooth headphones, charging docks, and watch charms for personalization. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can capitalize on the trend towards developing child-friendly smartwatches as a safer alternative for families who aren't ready to give their child a cellphone. - **Telecommunications:** The telecommunications industry can benefit from the growing popularity of child-friendly LTE smartwatches by offering devices that meet parental concerns over their child's safety and privacy. - **Children's Accessories:** The children's accessories industry can take advantage of the trend towards creating a series of smartwatch accessories for children, such as wireless Bluetooth headphones, charging docks, and watch charms for personalization. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Kid-Inspired Safety Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartwatch-phone-for-kids.md) - [Child-Friendly Fitness Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fitbit-ace-lte.md) - [Kid-Safe AI Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinwheel-watch.md) - [Advanced Kid-Friendly Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garmin-bounce.md) - [Cellular-Connected Kids Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garmin-bounce-2.md) - [Cellular Child-Targeted Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xplora-xgo3.md) - [Child-Friendly Safety Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gizmo-watch-3-adventure.md) - [Two-Way Kids Messaging Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bot-talk.md) - [Kid-Friendly Sport Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weariq-kids-smartwatch.md)