AT&T has introduced the AmiGO Jr. Phone, a modified Samsung Galaxy A16 designed specifically for children, featuring built-in parental controls. The device allows parents to monitor location, set screen time limits, and restrict content through a dedicated app. Priced affordably at $3 per month under a long-term contract, it marks the first such standalone product from a major U.S. carrier.
In a move to address parental concerns over children's smartphone use, AT&T unveiled the AmiGO Jr. Phone on February 8, 2026. This device is essentially a customized version of the Samsung Galaxy A16, a reliable budget smartphone equipped with a 50-megapixel main camera, a 6.7-inch display, and strong battery performance. What sets it apart is the integration of AT&T's AmiGO app, which enables features like live location tracking, safe zone alerts, and screen time restrictions—all manageable remotely by parents.
While parental control options exist from third-party providers such as Bark and Pinwheel, which have been available for years, AT&T's offering is notable as the first from a major wireless carrier. The phone is available exclusively through AT&T's website for $3 monthly, but requires a 36-month commitment that includes bill credits toward the device. Customers must also cover standard monthly service fees, making it a more economical choice compared to purchasing the base Galaxy A16 for $200 outright.
To bolster its family-oriented ecosystem, AT&T simultaneously released the AmiGO Jr. Watch 2, complementing an existing kids' tablet. This expansion aims to provide comprehensive tools for safeguarding young users in an increasingly digital world, without fully restricting access to essential technology.