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09/02/2026

After testing KidsGuard Pro on a dedicated Samsung Android device, most of the major capabilities I evaluated worked.

But that's only half the case.

The complete investigation examines the capabilities, limitations, installation requirements, synchronization behavior, and level of access involved.

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08/30/2026

I've reached a stage in my doctoral research where this isn't about having more to say.

It's about listening.

If you've lived this experience, I'd be honored to hear your story.

08/27/2026

I took the test phone from home to the gym.

When I arrived, the dashboard still showed the previous location.

Eventually, it updated—and the location itself was accurate.

The full investigation goes deeper into what happened with synchronization.

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08/27/2026

Maybe you don't fit this study.

But think about your former coworkers.

Someone who went through an acquisition. Someone whose team changed. Someone who eventually said, “This just isn't the same company anymore.”

Did someone come to mind?

Please send this to them.

08/26/2026

Before testing KidsGuard Pro's monitoring features, I documented the installation process.

The setup involved software outside Google Play, Android warnings, Play Protect, Accessibility access, and sensitive permissions.

Those warnings alone do not establish that software is malicious—but they're part of the installation experience parents should understand.

Full investigation available on Build The Case.

08/26/2026

Research Participants Needed

I'm seeking African American/Black professionals age 25 or older who worked for a U.S.-based technology organization, experienced a company merger or acquisition, and voluntarily left following the merger/acquisition.

Participation consists of one confidential online interview lasting approximately 45–60 minutes.

Interested in learning more?

📧 [email protected]

University of La Verne DBA Research Study | IRB #2026-80-COB

08/25/2026

I tested what KidsGuard Pro's keylogger actually captured.

The partial terms I entered appeared with timestamps and application context—and the system preserved the partial text rather than turning it into complete words.

The full test is part of my KidsGuard Pro investigation on Build The Case.

08/25/2026

Organizations measure revenue, performance, headcount, turnover, and retention.

But knowing that somebody left isn't the same as understanding what they experienced before making that decision.

That's the question behind this research.

08/25/2026

Nobody fired you.

But after the merger, something changed.

Maybe it was leadership. Maybe people you trusted started leaving. Maybe meetings started feeling different.

Eventually, you decided to leave.

I'm currently conducting doctoral research exploring experiences like these among African American/Black technology professionals.

If this sounds familiar—or reminds you of someone you know—please watch or share.

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