Google has recently introduced several new features to its Gemini app, aiming to make the app more user-friendly. Now, the company is reportedly working on a version of its Gemini app just for kids. This version will help children with their homework, answer their questions, and even help them create stories. This is good news for families, as kids will soon be able to use generative AI safely for learning.
Google app teardown hints at kid-friendly version of Gemini AI
Folks over at Android Authority have recently conducted a teardown of the Google app for Android (version 16.12.39) and found several strings that point to Gemini for kids. The string names all mention โkid users,โ suggesting Google may launch a special version of Gemini for kids. Right now, Googleโs Gemini AI assistant is only available for adults and teenagers.
Speaking of what to expect from this version, the strings reveal that it will allow kids to create stories, ask questions, and get help with homework. Now, you might be wondering about the safety of your children when using Gemini for Kids. Rest assured, Geminiโs policy guidelines aim to prevent potentially harmful content from appearing in Geminiโs responses.
The company has strict content policies and default protections for teens only that help prevent age-inappropriate content, such as content related to illegal or age-gated substances. So, when Google launches Gemini for Kids, the company may implement even stricter content policies specifically for children. One of the strings suggests that Gemini for kids will process the data according to Googleโs privacy policy (which has child-specific policies) and the Gemini Apps Privacy Notice.
As of now, it is unclear how Google will implement Gemini for kids. The company might automatically enable the kidโs mode if a childโs Google account is linked. Parents might also get to control how their children use Gemini. Regarding availability, there is no official word on it, but the APK teardown of the Google app hints that Google is working on a new AI tool to help kids with homework and learning.
