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- Google has added a new Parental Controls hub in Android Settings, which is now rolling out in Android 16 QPR2 beta.
- The hub combines on-device, PIN-protected controls with existing Family Link features.
- On-device controls are more straightforward for quickly setting limits, while Family Link remains better for remote, multi-device management.
Keeping kids safe on their phones can be tricky. Between screen-time battles and ensuring TikTok isn’t being scrolled at midnight, the tools you need aren’t always obvious. Google’s trying to make that a little easier in Android 16.
In a Google Blog post, the company confirmed that a new Parental Controls hub in Settings is rolling out in beta, something we spotted last week in our Android 16 QPR2 preview.
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