{"id":67,"date":"2024-08-21T12:37:33","date_gmt":"2024-08-21T16:37:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tabletmonkeys.com\/?p=86581"},"modified":"2024-09-06T12:41:32","modified_gmt":"2024-09-06T12:41:32","slug":"google-is-expanding-school-time-to-phones-and-tablets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tabletmonkeys.com\/blog\/google-is-expanding-school-time-to-phones-and-tablets\/","title":{"rendered":"Google’s ‘School Time’ Feature Expands To Android"},"content":{"rendered":"

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In an era where digital distractions are at an all-time high, Google is taking a significant step to help students stay focused during school hours. The tech giant has announced the expansion of its “School Time” feature to select Android phones, tablets, and Samsung Galaxy Watches over the coming year.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is ‘School Time’?<\/b><\/h2>\n

Originally introduced on the<\/span> Fitbit Ace LTE smartwatch<\/span><\/a> in May, “School Time” is a feature designed to limit device functionality during school hours. This expansion to a wider range of devices aims to minimize distractions in the classroom, helping students stay engaged with their studies.<\/span><\/p>\n

Key Features<\/b><\/h2>\n
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  1. App Restrictions<\/b>: Parents can set limits on which apps their children can access during school hours.<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Communication Control<\/b>: The feature allows parents to restrict phone calls and message notifications to certain contacts only.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Customizable Settings<\/b>: All these controls can be adjusted through Google’s<\/span> Family Link app<\/span><\/a>, giving parents flexibility in managing their child’s device usage.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Beyond ‘School Time’<\/b><\/h2>\n

    Google isn’t stopping at just expanding “School Time.” They’re rolling out additional features to help students and parents:<\/span><\/p>\n