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KiDCASE Launches on Kickstarter to Help Parents Manage Kids' iPad Screen TimeThe iPad has helped countless children discover the world, stay in touch with family and friends, and supplement their schoolwork. But when taken to extremes, screen time can do more harm than good. Enter KiDCASE, the first "Made for iPad" case that helps parents teach their children healthy screen time habits. Launched on Kickstarter, KiDCASE locks onto an iPad or iPad mini and allows parents to track usage; set daily time limits; block usage during selected times, like before school or after bedtime; and even reward use of educational apps, all with the swipe of a finger. Apple (News - Alert) has approved the KiDCASE product plan, which will make it an official Apple-licensed "Made for iPad" accessory. KiDCASE's patent-pending blend of hardware (the case) and software (the companion app) is currently the only automated way to know when an iPad is being used or to turn it off when it shouldn't be. Using the iPad's Lightning port, KiDCASE knows exactly when the device is in use and can turn it off at will via a proprietary internal component that contrls the sleep/wake button. "Abundant technology offers kids an unlimited well of exploration, education, and interaction, but too much screen time is proving to have an alarming number of negative effects," said Dave Einzig, Founder of KiDCASE. "We want our kids to learn from and enjoy technology, but also need to teach moderation. KiDCASE makes it easy to balance our kids' digital lives and promote healthy screen time." Parents use a special key to lock KiDCASE in place, then access the companion app to guide their child's usage. The kid-friendly case is made of a grippy, soft silicone jacket over a plastic case that protects the device, includes a kickstand for better viewing and posture, and can be customized with personalized skins. For more information, visit the KiDCASE Kickstarter page. About KiDCASE KiDCASE is an Apple-licensed mobile device accessory company based in Lake Parsippany, N.J. It provides solutions for parents and caregivers to tackle the unique new challenges of raising children in this digital age. For more information, visit www.kidcase.com. Please like us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter.
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