Parents to discreetly monitor child's location.
The Guardian reports on a new service going on sale in UK high streets. The KidsOK service allows parents to send a text message to the service and receive back a picture message containing a map detailing their child's location.
Being able to find this out without involving the child is seen as a great advantage. "Receiving an embarrassing call or text message from your mum or dad wanting to know where you are is the last thing kids want when they're with friends."
The service costs GBP39.95 plus the GBP0.50 per location request. "Parents must undergo Home Office-approved checks before they register, and any child tracked has to opt in to the service before it can start."
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