I’m after a watch that I can put on a kid when they are on their own at a park etc.

What I’d like:

  • It’s own data connection so it doesn’t need a phone with it
  • Home Assistant support so I can track it remotely via home assistant, automations, etc
  • Some way of calling them when it’s time to come home, or them calling us when needed
  • We don’t have an iPhone so I think Apple is out since it needs an iPhone for setup
  • No subscriptions outside of the cost of the cellphone plan
  • Preferably doesn’t need OEM servers, just connect to Home Assistant
  • Handling knocks and bumps would be a bonus
  • If you can run a non-google OS without tracking etc GrapheneOS style then yay but I don’t know if that exists

Any suggestions?

  • danAEnglish
    3·
    17 hours ago

    You could try a Samsung Galaxy Watch. I know it supports using an eSIM, can make and receive calls, and can run the Home Assistant WearOS app. I don’t know anything about tracking though, and it might also cost more than what you’re willing to spend for a device for a child.

    • Dave@lemmy.nzOPEnglish
      1·
      7 hours ago

      Thanks I think I underestimated how much such a watch would cost. Holy hell, more than many phones.

      Technically the watch would not be for a child, but rather that they could take with them as necessary. It could very well be my watch that I lend to them on occasion, but I’m not sure I can justify the cost for me either 😅

      I might try to see if I can import the TickTalk you suggested somehow, though I’m also considering the meshtastic option someone else mentioned because it sounds like a cool thing to play with haha