Give babies iPads as soon as they are born: Children learn faster with tablet computers than books, say scientists

‘Babies should be given iPads as soon as they are born to help them learn, according to scientists.

New research by the University of London found that using tablets provides more stimulation for newborns’ brains than books.

The findings go against previous studies which suggested looking at a screen can damage children’s social skills.

Professor Annette Karmiloff-Smith, who led the research, told the Sunday Times that babies should be given tablet computers ‘from birth’.’