# **Features of Galaxy Watch for Kids Coming to Android Devices**
Google is enhancing its parental control offerings by incorporating features from the Galaxy Watch for Kids into Android devices. The company has unveiled a significant update to its **Family Link** app, featuring a revamped design and new supervision tools aimed at parents. These enhancements are intended to simplify the process for parents to oversee their children’s digital interactions on various devices.
## **Notable Changes in Family Link**
The Family Link app will undergo a **redesign**, organizing its layout into three primary sections:
1. **Screen Time** – Provides insights into a child’s device and app utilization, enabling parents to establish limits and oversee Downtime and School Time constraints.
2. **Controls** – Grants access to parental controls, such as app approvals, website filtering, and account configurations.
3. **Location** – Displays a child’s most recent location, device battery status, and cellular connectivity.
These modifications aim to equip parents with a more **efficient and user-friendly** method for monitoring and managing their children’s digital activities.
## **School Time Feature Now Available on Android Devices**
One of the standout features making its way to Android devices is **School Time**, initially launched on child-friendly smartwatches like the **Galaxy Watch for Kids** and the **Fitbit Ace LTE**. This feature assists parents in minimizing distractions during school periods by:
– **Muting notifications**
– **Disabling certain apps**
– **Limiting phone capabilities**
– **Offering reports on app usage during school times**
Beginning next week, parents utilizing Family Link will be able to activate **School Time on Android devices**, ensuring their children remain focused during lessons.
## **Parent-Managed Contacts on the Horizon**
Another upcoming feature migrating from smartwatches to Android devices is **parent-managed contacts**. This functionality enables parents to **regulate who their child is allowed to call or text**, ensuring communication is limited to approved contacts. Google has announced that this capability will be available on Family Link devices **in the upcoming months**.
## **Google’s Commitment to Child Safety**
Google has been progressively enhancing its parental control measures. Alongside these updates, the company also rolled out **Google Wallet for Kids**, which empowers children to conduct limited transactions under parental oversight.
With these new functionalities, Google is reaffirming its dedication to **child safety and digital wellness**, facilitating easier management of children’s online experiences across various devices.
For parents interested in starting with Family Link, be sure to check out **[this comprehensive guide](https://www.androidcentral.com/how-create-google-account-your-kid-through-family-link)** on setting up a Google account for your child.
