Andy Walker / Android Authority TL;DR An Android Auto bug is replacing Gemini with Google Assistant. A Google community specialist has forwarded the issue to the rest of the team. One potential workaround involves going into AA settings, switching to from Gemini to Assistant, then switching back. For the last handful of months, Google has … Read More “Bizarre Gemini to Google Assistant swapping bug is driving Android Auto users mad” »
Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Google has unveiled Workspace Intelligence, a semantic layer that connects Gmail, Docs, and Drive. Unlike generic chatbots, this version has “institutional memory,” meaning it understands your company’s specific history, project context, and unique professional voice. The system leans on permission-based access and admin controls to address enterprise privacy concerns. … Read More “Gemini now connects your entire work life into one smart assistant” »
TL;DR Google announced a series of Gemini-powered upgrades for many Workspace tools last month in beta. Those new features for Docs, Drive, and Sheets are now out of beta, and ready for general access. In addition to Workspace accounts, users on Google AI Ultra and AI Pro plans can start using them. This week, Google’s … Read More “Google’s big Gemini-powered Workspace upgrades are out of beta and hitting Docs, Sheets, and more” »
Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Google is testing a big visual revamp for Gemini on Android. The interface brings brighter, more saturated colors along with new icons. In addition, we also see a changed sidebar that takes up more space on the screen. We were able to activate these changes by tweaking the insides … Read More “Google is testing a more vibrant, organized Gemini app, and I hope it sticks” »
TL;DR Google is rolling out Continued Conversation to Gemini for Home in response to user requests. The feature keeps the mic on so you can ask follow-up questions without saying “Hey Google” again. Google says Gemini will also remember context and ignore background chatter. Gemini replacing Google Assistant around the home hasn’t been the smoothest … Read More “Google fixes a major Gemini for Home upgrade pain point” »
Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Users on underpowered devices, like Android Go, have not been forced to move to Gemini yet. Now Assistant Go is preparing a new deprecation message that could signal a transition to Gemini. It’s yet unclear exactly how Gemini’s minimum system requirements may be changing. Gemini is the future of … Read More “Google could be getting Gemini ready for Android Go” »
Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Gemini’s overlay redesign is starting to roll out for some users. There are several changes, including thinner icons, a new UI sheet, and more. Gemini Live now opens on the same screen. Last week, we reported that Google was working on a big redesign for the Gemini overlay and … Read More “Are you seeing Gemini’s UI changes? Google’s update is starting to roll out” »
Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Personal Intelligence launched earlier this year, giving Gemini a holistic look at your digital life across Google products. Google is now expanding access to Personal Intelligence globally, with the key exception of European markets. The company also teases that Personal Intelligence for free Gemini users globally will be here … Read More “Google’s giving Gemini Personal Intelligence a huge expansion” »
Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Gemini sidebar in Chrome for desktop is getting “Skills” for repetitive prompts. If you use the same prompt repeatedly, you can now save it as a Skill, so you don’t have to retype it entirely again. In addition to custom Skills, you can also browse the set of available … Read More “Gemini in Chrome gets a productivity hack that you must absolutely try” »
Stephen Schenck / Android Authority TL;DR Gemini in Home is picking up a number of upgrades, with many focused on its ability to understand your voice commands. Users who work with notes and lists will appreciate support for more complex instructions, including multi-step tasks. Google’s also enhancing Parental Controls & Digital Wellbeing, letting Home users … Read More “New Gemini for Home tweaks are all about understanding you” »
