The Prince and Princess of Wales have decided to keep their children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, without mobile phones, a choice they describe as intentional and protective. Prince William revealed in a February 2025 interview that none of his children have phones, emphasising that he and Catherine are 'very strict' about this policy.
Parenting expert Jo Frost has praised the couple's approach, calling it 'modern, mindful parenting'. She noted that delaying smartphones is not old-fashioned but based on informed decisions about child development, emotional regulation, and connection. Frost highlighted that the Waleses are protecting their children by prioritising real-world relationships over screen time.
The Princess of Wales has written about the negative impact of technology on human connection, stating that devices often distract rather than connect us. In an essay co-authored with Professor Robert Waldinger, she described smartphones as sources of constant distraction that fragment focus and prevent undivided attention.
While the Waleses have avoided giving their children phones, Prince William indicated that George might receive a phone without internet access when he starts secondary school. William explained that the issue is becoming 'a little bit tense' but believes George understands the reasoning, particularly regarding internet access and exposure to inappropriate content.
