# Kid-Friendly Smartwatches The Kidizoom Smartwatch DX Helps Kids Become Amateur Photographers By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2016-06-27 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kidizoom-smartwatch-dx References: [swervepr](http://www.swervepr.com/latest-news-2/) & [vtechkids](https://www.vtechkids.com/brands/brand_view/smartwatch) [VTech](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dj-beat-boxer) is helping children enjoy the benefits of smartwatch technology with its new Kidizoom Smartwatch DX. With more memory, activities and tools than the original, this colorful smartwatch is meant to be both fun and educational. The new Kidizoom Smartwatch DX is a form of [wearable technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garmin-bounce-2) that is specially designed for children. Like the original VTech smartwatch, the device features a touch screen, a [built-in camera](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photo-creator-mini-cam), a rechargeable battery and access to digital games via the Learning Lodge. However, the newest version of the device also comes with clever tools such as a calendar feature that helps children learn the days and months of the year, as well as fun clock faces that help children learn to tell time. The new smartwatch even comes with fun photo frames, filters and effects so that amateur photographers can customize their favorite photos. With so many fun and interactive features, the kid-friendly smartwatch is a great way for parents to introduce young children to digital technology. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Wearable Technology for Kids:** The rise of kid-friendly smartwatches presents an opportunity for companies to create innovative wearable devices specifically designed for children. - **Educational Gaming for Children:** The integration of digital games and educational tools in smartwatches opens up possibilities for companies to develop interactive and educational gaming experiences for kids. - **Personalized Photography for Kids:** The inclusion of camera features, photo frames, filters, and effects in smartwatches allows companies to create personalized photography experiences for young children. ### Who This Affects Most - **Technology:** The tech industry can capitalize on the trend of kid-friendly smartwatches by designing and manufacturing innovative wearable devices for children. - **Toy and Entertainment:** The toy and entertainment industries can tap into the trend of educational gaming in smartwatches to create engaging and educational toys for kids. - **Photography and Imaging:** The photography and imaging industry can explore opportunities to develop age-appropriate photography tools and accessories targeted at young children using smartwatches. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Customizable Child Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/x6play-smartwatch.md) - [Child-Friendly Safety Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gizmo-watch-3-adventure.md) - [Kid-Friendly Sport Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weariq-kids-smartwatch.md) - [Detachable Display Kids Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/huawei-kids-watch-5x.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 Child-Targeted Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xplora-xgo3.md) - [Educational Finance Child Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mellow-watch.md) - [Kid-Inspired Safety Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartwatch-phone-for-kids.md)