Google has announced updates to its parental control software, Family Link, which now includes tools for managing kids' screen time and allowing parents to restrict device access during school hours. Additionally, the company is set to test machine-learning techniques to better estimate the ages of users across its products, similar to methods utilized by other social media platforms. Features like the new 'School Time' setting, which limits access to certain apps during specified hours, aim to create a focused environment for children while using their devices.
Google's Family Link software is introducing new features including screen time management tools and age estimation, improving parental control and age-appropriate experiences across its services.
The new features will help parents manage their children's screen time and communication, like the 'School Time' feature that limits device accessibility during school hours.
With age estimation technology, Google aims to ensure a safer digital experience for kids, similar to existing systems used by platforms like Facebook and TikTok.
Parents will soon have the capability to restrict children's contact lists on devices, improving safety for younger users.
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