Xplora’s X5 Play is the perfect way to introduce kids to the world of smart watches without spending money. Wearable devices cannot directly access the Internet, but they have multiple functions, including critical security components.

It uses a Qualcomm chipset to run the Android operating system, has a waterproof rating of IP68, and is equipped with an 800 mAh rechargeable battery. With two megapixel cameras, X5 Play can take and store up to 1,000 photos. The captured image can be used as a custom background.

These are features that kids will like, but the feature of this watch is safety. Parents can communicate with the watch because it is like a mobile phone, and security settings allow up to 50 approved contacts to make calls and text messages. Answer the call by swiping on the display.

In order to allow the SIM card to access the cellular network, Xplora stated that their watch is not compatible with Verizon, US Cellular or Sprint. Instead, they recommend using a T-Mobile connection/SIM card to achieve the smoothest setup and take full advantage of your new watch features. Xplora X5 Play devices support 4G, 3G and 2G.

The attached SIM card is activated using its barcode and offers a two-year contract option, at $7.99 per month, $9.99 for one year, or $11.99 per month as pay-as-you-go. All plans include unlimited voice and data. Of course there are emojis. Xplora X5 Play can also connect to Wi-Fi networks.

A safe zone can be created through the data plan and the Xplora app to send an alert when a child wearing a watch enters or leaves a specific area. The application is installed on a smartphone, which is connected to the watch via Bluetooth.

I invited my neighbor’s daughter to take a quick test, and two things were immediately successful. When she was riding a bicycle on a street with a safe zone, her mother was alerted. Probably one of the most important issues pointed out by her mother. It is on her wrist. Compared with a smart phone, it is not easy to lose or forget.

The girls did not complain about the comfort and kept it all day long. She even felt that she was cool and showed her selfies to everyone on the display.

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Although USB, AC, and car charging ports all look the same, how your device is charged is critical. Satechi continues to introduce new products to help everyone improve their technological lifestyle at home, work or entertainment. And they are small enough to make great stocking fillers.

Satechi’s magnetic wireless car charger ($44.99) has Qi wireless charging and can be connected to a compatible magnetic mobile phone. The current iPhone 12 and 13 models work perfectly as long as they don’t have a credit card or wallet-style phone case. Magnetic stickers (sold separately) are available for iPhone 11 Pro Max/11 Pro/11 and other Qi wireless charging smartphones.

The USB-C-powered charger has a built-in back clip that can be seamlessly connected to the vent for hands-free charging and gives a clear view of the smartphone’s display. Your phone can be turned on and off without plugging in the charging cable.

The perfect companion for the magnetic wireless car charger is the Satechi 40-watt dual USB-C PD car charger ($29.99). Through a pair of USB-C ports, it can supply power to two devices at the same time, each with a power of up to 20 watts. It is made of modern aluminum finishes and LED power indicator lights.

The Satechi 20-watt USB-C PD wall charger ($17.99) is something everyone can use, especially for new smartphones that no longer include a charger. A pocket-sized USB/AC wall charger can provide fast and efficient charging of the devices you connect, which is much faster than most simple devices that come with old smartphones.

It uses foldable pins in a compact 1.8 x 1.53 x 1.06 inch body, and has ETL and CE certification, which can produce a safe 20-watt charge.

For home use, the Satechi M1 wireless mouse ($29.99) is available in five colors (space gray, silver, gold, rose gold, and blue) and brushed aluminum finish. Compared with having to remove the battery, the built-in USB-C port (including cable) makes charging easier. It has left and right click and scroll wheel, which is my personal requirement.

The optical sensor keeps tracking perfect when rolling. After pairing via Bluetooth, it can be used up to 32 feet away from the connected Mac or Windows operating system.

Computer ports are an endless demand for accessories, which is the highlight of the desktop Satechi USB-C combo hub ($34.99). Through a USB-C output connection, it adds three USB-A 3.0 data ports and a micro/SD memory card reader. It supports devices that require SuperSpeed ​​USB 3.0 up to 5 Gbps. The wheels (5.38 x 2 x 1.13 inches) are finished in aluminum and are available in space gray, silver and blue.