Google will roll out a setting,” school time,” on select Android phones and tablets, including Samsung Galaxy Watches, over the year. This feature was already debuted on the Fitbit Ace LTE smartwatch in May 2024.
School time allows parents to limit the device’s accessibility. You can lock desired apps and restrict them from calling and messaging during class hours. You can modify these settings using Google’s Family Link app, which you can get from the Play Store on your Android device.
Once School time is activated, the kid’s phone will turn into a unique home screen that allows only limited functionality. The ultimate aim is to make kids focus on their studies without distractions. You can even customize the Family Link app based on your choice.
Set the school time, edit the weekly schedule, choose available apps, and allow calls and texts from emergency numbers. Once enabled, Kids can only see this message, “School time is active,” This device is locked until the set time.”
Google also suggests parents enable the Focus mode feature to track teens who are not monitored directly. This feature is exclusively coming to YouTube later this summer. It will allow parents to link their kids’ accounts, so they can know what they are watching.