SkieCan an old tablet become a kids' tablet?
Yes, if it runs Android 12 or newer. Back up what you need, remove the Google account, reset it once, and set it up with Skie. A tablet from a few years ago is often ideal for reading, drawing and approved videos, and costs nothing new.
A tablet in a drawer is the cheapest kids' tablet you can have. The question is whether it can be managed.
Check Settings, About tablet, Android version. If it says 12 or higher and the tablet has the Play Store, you are in good shape. If it says 11 or lower, it is too old for Skie, and you may prefer to leave it as it is.
Next, the battery and screen. A tablet that lasts a couple of hours and has an intact screen is fine for a child. Charging cables are cheap to replace.
Then the reset. Back up photos and files, remove every Google account from the tablet, and reset it. Set it up with the Provision app or with a computer and cable. If your model is new to Skie, a one-time model review is part of setup.
After setup, the old tablet is a new device. You choose a short app list, hide the Play Store, lock the filter, and add a bedtime window.
One caution: if the tablet had your own accounts, passwords or photos, make sure they are removed. A reset does that, but check the backup first.
You do not need to buy a branded kids' tablet for a young child. A sturdy case is usually the only extra.