In the category of "you can never be too careful," we're introducing you to FiLIP 2 ($100 plus mobile phone plan), a wearable device for kids that operates like a first mobile phone and safety monitor. Developed by a father after losing his son for 30 minutes in a crowded shopping mall, FiLIP 2 is worn, like a watch, on kids' wrists. Parents can call, text, and locate their children on the device, and kids can call and text up to five preset numbers. The FiLIP 2 Emergency mode is triggered if the child holds down the red button for three seconds — an emergency alert is sent to all five preset numbers and the device begins to call each of these numbers until someone picks up. Consider it a starter cell phone for kids who are too young to carry one — or a security blanket for their parents.
