Adding Reply Archived Topic: It will not be bumped to the top of the forum. Topic How young is too young? Membername   Not a member? Sign Up Free (takes 20 seconds) Password   Forgotten your password? Post Font: Verdana Arial Black Georgia Comic Sans Impact   Size: Tiny Normal Big Huge   Color: Default Dark Red Red Orange Brown Green Olive Cyan Blue Dark Blue Indigo Black [ Check Spelling ] [ Post Preview ] [ LiveTags ] FAQ Keyword Search: Post Options Favorites Manager Notify me of new replies to this topic by email Notify me of new replies to this topic by private message Original Post MiNNiCK Posted at 10:23 am on Aug. 11, 2008 For a cell phone? What do you think is an appropriate age for someone to have a cell phone?

Replies GOREGASM Posted at 12:29 am on Sep. 12, 2008 13-14. BBallAsh23 Posted at 9:06 am on Sep. 9, 2008 I would say when the kid has a part time job, so they can call to get a ride.  At least high school, any age younger doesn't really need one. kornkid9 Posted at 4:19 pm on Sep. 7, 2008 Highschool LittleItaly Posted at 8:20 pm on Aug. 22, 2008 13 Watch this Posted at 10:23 am on Aug. 22, 2008 I think 14 is the right age to start having a cell phone SimplisticComplexity Posted at 12:39 pm on Aug. 20, 2008 Kids have no need for cell phones.  Period.  I see 5 year olds at the mall texting on their cell phones and I just shake my head sadly.  If people want a cell phone, they should pay for one themselves, not rely on mommy and daddy to pay for one for them.  It's just stupid.  The minimum age that I think it's ok to have one is 16, because then you can have a job and pay for the phone and the bills yourself, plus you'll be considered a tad more independent then anyways.  I mean, hell, I'm an adult and I've never had one, and I've survived just fine.  Cell phones are NOT a necessity! GOREGASM Posted at 2:12 pm on Aug. 19, 2008 6. R1Joel Posted at 4:59 pm on Aug. 18, 2008 Whenever they need one for other reasons that using there parents money to call and text their friends. BikerTeen Posted at 4:45 am on Aug. 18, 2008 10 to 11 noproblem7331 Posted at 6:29 pm on Aug. 17, 2008 When you are old enough to be doing something to earn it. That might be extra chores at home (in which your parents can justify it), a job away from home (where you learn the value of a dollar paying for it yourself), outstanding grades (proving you're responsible enough, and that you don't need a job to prove it), or something of the like. nikki Posted at 8:10 am on Aug. 17, 2008 13 is the right age. Seanee Posted at 8:05 am on Aug. 17, 2008 10. JennyColada Posted at 8:56 am on Aug. 16, 2008 I don't think a 16 year old should be allowed to go our driving with their friends. Driving to a specific point, sure. Driving aimlessly? No. Anyway, I don't want to go derail this topic with what I approve of and what I don't, because that could get quite long-winded. :P TigressaLynnMae Posted at 8:22 am on Aug. 16, 2008 I guess that's where we vary. I don't drive alone, at night. If I'm ever in a car, and the sky is pitch black, I'm with someone else, or many 'someone elses', lol. I think, up 'til at least 16, yes, the parents should know where the kid is going, and who they're going to be with. I never had to be asked to tell that information. Heck, I'm 20 years old, and I live away from the house, and I still tell my mom, "Hey, going out to a bar, probably going to come back a bit tipsy." :P But, I think once you hit that age of having a car, you should be granted a bit more freedoms with that. 16 isn't 2, and it's 16 for a reason. JennyColada Posted at 8:09 am on Aug. 16, 2008 I just know that myself, personally, my phone gives me the comfort and security to drive around late at night, to go places without really feeling like I need to tell anyone where and why. If I get stranded or have a problem I have my phone. Yes, that's great nad all, but as a younger kid I feel like I don't deserve to have that feeling. As a younger kid (especially where I live) I feel like your parents should know where you are going at all times (or, at least, feel like they know, since I know people lie). Having a cell phone, having a credit card, having a car, those are all things that in a metropolitan city most people don't deserve until they are a bit older. I dunno, maybe that's just because it's what I'm used to. If my situation were different I may agree with most saying that 11-13 is the perfect time for a cell phone. Having a mobile phone just seems like quite an adult thing for me, so I don't feel it's something that non-adults should have. That being said, when I was younger (when I was in high school) my family had ONE cell phone (like I said, I grew up with them being a bit newer). Whenever someone went out (mom to the grocery store, me to the movies, etc.) that person would take the phone. So although I did not have a personal phone, I did sometimes have use of one. Not sure how well that would work nowadays though, and when I have kids it may be commonplace to have a cell phone in their pacifier! Most recent 15 of 64 previous replies displayed.