Google has officially announced that it will phase out Google Assistant on most Android phones later this year, replacing it with its AI-powered assistant, Gemini.
In a blog post on Friday, Google confirmed that the transition to Gemini will continue “over the coming months,” with Assistant becoming inaccessible on most mobile devices and removed from app stores.
The shift isn’t limited to smartphones—Google plans to upgrade tablets, cars, and connected devices such as headphones and smartwatches to Gemini. Additionally, Google is working on a new Gemini-powered experience for home devices, including smart speakers, displays, and TVs.
To ensure a smooth transition, Google has been enhancing Gemini’s capabilities, especially for users who rely on Assistant for daily tasks. Recent updates to Gemini on Android include music playback, timer support, and the ability to perform actions directly from the lock screen.
This move isn’t entirely unexpected, especially since Google’s latest Pixel 9 smartphones launched with Gemini as the default assistant. According to Google, Gemini offers more advanced capabilities than Assistant, providing users with better AI-driven assistance, deeper research capabilities, and interactive features like Gemini Live.
Google has promised to share more details in the coming months as it continues to roll out the transition to Gemini across its ecosystem.
Gemini, which was first introduced with Google’s Pixel 9 smartphones, promises to bring a host of new features to enhance day-to-day tasks. For example, it will offer a more advanced version of voice recognition, making interactions faster and more seamless. Additionally, users will benefit from features like Gemini Live, allowing for real-time, contextual answers, and Deep Research, a tool designed to provide more in-depth and accurate information on complex topics.
As the migration unfolds, users can expect several benefits that will elevate their experience. The updated Gemini assistant will support music controls, timers, and allow users to take action directly from the lock screen, improving convenience. Meanwhile, tablets, cars, and other connected devices will also see an upgrade to Gemini, ensuring a consistent and streamlined experience across all platforms.
Although Assistant will no longer be available for most users by the end of this year, Google has reassured users that the transition to Gemini will be gradual, with more information and tutorials being provided in the coming months. With this move, Google aims to keep pace with the rapid advancements in AI technology, pushing the boundaries of what a virtual assistant can do.
As consumers move toward more interconnected smart devices, the shift to Gemini reflects a growing demand for smarter, more adaptable assistants that can better understand context, provide actionable insights, and perform a wider variety of tasks. Stay tuned for further updates as the rollout begins and more details about the features and capabilities of Gemini are revealed.
