Gemini for kids could be in the works

According to a recent APK teardown, Google is apparently working on a version of Gemini for kids that could help with homework. The post Gemini for kids could be in the works appeared first on Phandroid.

Apr 2, 2025 - 08:33

Google might be preparing its most ambitious AI move yet—Gemini for kids. While AI development has mainly centered around flashy features and ease of use, Google’s next evolution might be to make AI child-friendly—and safe.

Gemini, already the default assistant on Android devices, is no stranger to deep integration. It’s part of Google’s long-standing push to dominate mobile AI. But hidden code in the latest Google app update hints at a version designed specifically for children.

The folks at Android Authority discovered multiple strings referencing “Gemini for kids” in version 16.12.39 of the Google app. One line stands out: “Create stories, ask questions, get homework help, and more.”

That means Gemini for kids won’t be some watered-down chatbot. It’s going to keep core functionality—just layered with tighter content filters, usage limits, and stronger parental controls. Gemini already enforces stricter policies for teen accounts. The kids’ version will likely push those safeguards even further.

One of the leaked strings also mentions data-handling policies staying the same, which might be a red flag. In many countries, laws around data collection from minors are especially strict. If Google isn’t careful, this feature could trigger regulatory scrutiny before it even launches.

Still, this move makes sense. If Apple and Samsung are playing catch-up in the mobile AI race, a product like Gemini for kids could help Google grab a new niche—one that goes beyond productivity and entertainment and enters the home, classroom, and bedtime routine.

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