How can Santa call or text your kids this Christmas?
WRITING to Santa Claus is a centuries-old tradition, but it seems even Santa Claus himself has adopted modern technology.
Instead of putting pen to paper, Santa now keeps in touch with those on his naughty and nice list via text and Facetime – but how can you get a call from Jolly Old St Nic? We reveal everything.
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How can Santa call or text your kids this Christmas?
Fortunately, parents have a way to negotiate with their children ahead of the big day.
All kids want presents, so they don’t want Santa to know they’re misbehaving.
Phone apps
Using the phone app, Message from Santa ClausMoms and Dads can now request a special message from Santa Claus himself.
You can have St. Nick issue an alert by text message, phone call or video call.
You can add names, ages and your children’s hobbies and interests to tailor the message.
And you don’t have to wait long for Santa’s answer, because he will contact you immediately.
The app can also be used to encourage good behavior, with Santa calling your children to keep up the good work.
It is free and can be downloaded from the Apple Store and Google Play.
The app has been around for a while and some features are still free.
However, to get rid of all the ads and access more personalized features, you’ll need to pay for a premium upgrade that automatically renews every month.
Portable North Pole
PNP is another app that allows parents to bring Santa Claus to their children without leaving the house.
You can create magical, personalized messages from Santa and let your loved ones know if they made it onto his Nice List!
In addition to the ability to message and call Santa, you can also take the magic one step further by using this app to arrange a video call with Santa himself.
Catch Santa Claus in my house
Catch Santa in My House is another useful app if you want to convince your growing child that Santa Claus is real.
With this app you can make it look like Santa Claus was at your home by adding him, his reindeer or elves to your house photos.
Facetime
Santascallingyou.co.uk is one such website that allows you to set up a private video call with the man himself.
The 10 minute calls start at £26.99 and the price depends on when you want to call.
If you want to call the week or weekend before Christmas the price jumps to £31.99.
For a conversation on Christmas Eve the price is €41.99.
You can also achieve the same success by asking one of your friends to make a phone call and pretend to be Santa Claus.
Unfortunately, we don’t think this trick will work on moody teens, so you may have to use an alternative form of bribery with them!
Naughty or nice list
There is an official naughty or nice list that you can consult online.
All you have to do is include your child’s first name on the note website and see which category they fall under.
It all looks very official and convincing, so not only is it a bit of Christmas fun, but it can also be a good way to keep the kids on the same page as they see Santa taking his list very seriously.
