Verizon's advice to parents buying phones for kids [telecom]

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LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - In today's digital age, back to school can also mean new tech for students.

And, with that, could require serious talks to have with your young ones. With those tablets and apps, comes concern about things like cyberbullying, or accessing inappropriate material.

Experts urge parents to have conversations with children as soon as the devices hit their hands. Parents are also urged to look into parental apps and controls that can block out stuff not suitable for young ones, and to learn how to use them.