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HMD and Xplora Tease XploraOne, a Kid-Focused Hybrid Phone With Tight Parental Controls

Teasers present a pared-back starter phone that blocks third-party apps and social media, with full specifications and pricing still undisclosed.

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Overview

  • Co-developed by HMD and Norwegian kids-wearable maker Xplora, the XploraOne adapts HMD’s Touch 4G concept for children.
  • The phone supports calling and messaging while excluding third-party apps, a web browser, and social media platforms.
  • Parental controls reported by Android Central include contact approval, call restrictions, location tracking, and remote review of messages and the photo gallery.
  • Design cues visible in teasers show a compact touchscreen with a selfie camera and home button, a single rear camera with flash, a SIM slot, power and volume keys, a top button, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
  • An official product site is live and suggests 4G connectivity, but detailed specifications, pricing, and availability have not yet been announced, with more information expected soon.